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New York State Job Bank Database Administrator in Kingston, New York
JOB VACANCY: Database Administrator LOCATION: So Manor Complex
SALARY: $41.49 / hour (Grade 18) FILL DATE: April 1, 2025
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Knowledge of various computer platforms, operating systems, networking, security and software products sufficient to develop, monitor and analyze database and infrastructure services; good knowledge of Structured Query Language (SQL); ability to effectively evaluate the latest developments in the field of database administration and application trends in relation to existing facilities and both current and future needs; ability to identify and resolve challenging technical issues and problems, and research possible solutions; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to write complex technical reports; ability to review, evaluate and summarize data; ability to work with both technical and non-technical user agencies, along with various vendors; ability to solicit feedback and adjust client requests to fit business goals and maximize value added improvements; ability to generate consensus and collaborative relationships to bring about efficient and effective outcomes; ability to move equipment and work in narrow or restricted places while installing and working on equipment such as servers, storage systems, and network switches; skills in writing PowerShell and Shell scripts for build and deployment automation; skills in problem solving and data analytics; personal characteristics necessary to perform the duties of the position; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A. Possession of a Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or a closely related field AND two (2) years of full-time work experience which primarily involved server administration, database system administration, and database design; OR: B. Possession of an Associates degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, or a closely related field AND four (4) years of full-time work experience which primarily involved server administration, database system administration, and database design; OR: C. Graduation from High School, or possession of a high school equivalency diplomas and six (6) years of full-time work experience which primarily involved server administration, database system administration, and database design; OR D. An equivalent combination of training and experience as indicated in (A), (B) and (C) above. NOTE: Certification as a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA): SQL 2016 Database Administration, MCSA: SQL 2016 Database Development, or Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE): Data Management and Analytics may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience as defined above. Equivalent certifications for any currently supported version of Microsoft SQL Server may be accepted in place of those listed. NOTE: Your degree or college credits must have been awarded or earned by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If your degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United States and its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of acceptable companies who provide this service can be found on the Internet at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm. You must pay the required evaluation fee.