Database Administrator I

Cherokee Nation - Tahlequah, OK

Full-time - Entry Level

Tahlequah, OK

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Database Administrator I is responsible for administering and controlling activities related to data planning and development, establishing policies and procedures for data management, security, maintenance, and utilization. This role involves monitoring database standards, advising management on database capabilities, and ensuring the performance and security of database systems.

Responsibilities

• Sets and monitors standards for database management.
• Advises management on database concepts and functional capabilities.
• Performs backup and recovery on Database Management Systems.
• Configures database parameters and prototypes designs against logical data models.
• Defines data repository requirements, data dictionaries, and warehousing requirements.
• Develops and designs database strategies and system monitoring.
• Improves database performance and capacity, planning for future expansion requirements.
• Installs and upgrades the database server and application tools.
• Modifies the database structure as necessary based on input from application developers.
• Controls and monitors user access to the database.
• Plans, coordinates, and implements security measures to safeguard the database.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Three (3) years of related experience.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Computer skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Analytical thinking skills.
• Detail oriented.