Job Summary - Why you'll love this positionNote for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.This position may be filled at one of the three levels based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. The entry salary is posted above, with the intermediate salary of $56,712.48, and a senior salary of $61,249.44. Job Location: Central Office (601 West Main Street Suite A, Jefferson City, MO)
Why you'll love this position: The Missouri Department of Transportation, (MoDOT) is seeking a motivated team player who has Oracle and SQL Server Database knowledge to add to our Data Service Management team. The Information Systems Technologist performs activities as a Database Administrator focusing on security, performance, recoverability, and maintenance. Responsibilities are performed under direct supervision.
MoDOT will bring candidates onto the team as entry-level, intermediate, or senior level, based on your skills and experience. This opening is for one of our CAREER-LADDER positions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position.
Responsibilities - What you'll doWhat you'll do: - Participates in maintaining existing databases. Assists in creating database accounts and applying permissions following appropriate security strategies. Monitors database activity and analyzes performance.
- Creates scripts and runs SQL statements for database administration tasks. Runs SQL statements to create and manipulate database objects and data, as requested.
- Uses database utilities to export and import data. Assists with database backups and restores.
- Assists with software installs, database upgrades and patches, creating/migrating databases.
- Prepares application documentation, including user manuals, operations procedures, and technical and testing documentation. Provides information and status updates to supervisor, leads and partners. Strong verbal and electronic communication skills are essential.
Qualifications - All you need for successMinimum Qualifications: - 60 credit hours toward a related Bachelor's Degree, OR
- Associate's Degree: Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field, OR
- High School Diploma or GED/HiSET, and two years of experience in computer systems, repairs, and operations.
Preferred Qualifications: - Database knowledge of both Oracle and SQL Server.
- Team player with strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Understanding of security and data protection.
- Competent in understanding and creating technical documentation.
- Analytical skills with a logical approach to problem solving.
Special Working Conditions/Job Characteristics: - Job requires occasional, statewide, overnight travel.
Job Details - More reasons to love this positionMore reasons to love this position:MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE.
At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.
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