Oracle Database Administrator

Description
Responsible for the operational management, reliability, security, and performance of enterprise database systems supporting the institution's core administrative services. This role manages a team of database administrators and works collaboratively with enterprise systems, application development, infrastructure, and functional business units to ensure high availability, integrity, and security of institutional data, with a strong emphasis on Oracle database environments and proactive multilayered monitoring. The position also manages and optimizes mid-tier application environments by ensuring efficient database connectivity, performance, security, documentation, and integration with enterprise systems.
25%
Manages the administration of enterprise database platforms and mid tier platforms, including installation, configuration, tuning, upgrades, and patching, ensuring performance, stability, availability, and compliance with institutional standards. Oversees performance monitoring, capacity planning, and support for ERP systems.
15%
Leads and contributes to the planning and execution of long-term database strategy, including the modernization and optimization of enterprise data platforms through the adoption of cloud and hybrid technologies, ensuring scalability, security, and alignment with institutional digital transformation initiatives.
15%
Supervises and leads the database administration team, assigning and prioritizing work, monitoring performance, and ensuring timely and effective support of
enterprise systems and projects.
15%
Manages large-scale database, mid tier, and platform implementations and upgrades, including resource allocation, prioritization, and decision-making to
ensure successful, on-time delivery. Communicates project status, risks, and outcomes to leadership, colleagues, and key stakeholders. Leads and
supports initiatives such as platform conversions, major upgrade cycles, cloud integrations, enterprise tool development, monitoring solutions, system implementations, integrations, disaster recovery enhancements, and ongoing patch management.
10%
Develops, implements, and maintains database backup, recovery, and disaster recovery strategies, ensuring data integrity, business continuity, and compliance
with institutional policies and regulatory requirements; oversees database security, including access controls, encryption, auditing, and support for data governance initiatives.
10%
Establishes and maintains database standards, procedures, and documentation, ensuring consistency and adherence to best practices across environments;
ensures integrity across development, test, and production systems, supporting release management and change control processes.
Skills
Oracle, 19c, Oracle database
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Kalamazoo, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Kalamazoo,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 4, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.