Senior Database Administrator

Multnomah County · Portland, OR · 3 mo ago

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About the role

Join Multnomah County as a Senior Database Administrator (DBA) to lead our transition from on-premise servers to a modern cloud architecture. We are seeking a technical lead to ensure our data systems are secure, optimized, and ready for the future.

Responsibilities

Keep things running: Manage our databases every day, ensuring they have enough space and are set up correctly for our team to use.
Lead our move to the cloud: Help redesign how we store data, shifting from older on-site setups to modern cloud technology like Azure, Google GCP and AWS.
Protect our data: Design plans for backing up information and ensuring we can recover it quickly if needed.
Fix and improve: Spend time identifying bottlenecks and fixing them to optimize performance.
Draw the blueprints: Create maps showing how all our different pieces of information fit together using data modeling tools.
Help the team: Mentor other IT staff, assisting with tricky coding problems or teaching them new database tools.

Requirements

Advanced knowledge of or skill in Azure Cloud (Azure SQL Managed Instance, Azure SQL Database, Azure Data Lake, Azure Data Factory, Azure DevOps, Azure Boards, etc).
Working knowledge of or skill with Snowflake.
Advanced knowledge of or skill with Business Intelligence Data Marts, and Data Warehousing, including design and best practices.
Advanced experience working with developers to build ETLs for loading data for reporting.
Advanced knowledge of or skill with database logging tools (Ex: Idera, RedGate Monitor, Splunk, etc.).
Working knowledge or skill with BI reporting platforms, functionality, and tools (Tableau and Tableau Server, Power BI and Power BI Report Server, SSRS, etc.).
Advanced knowledge in installing, performance tuning, maintaining, securing, and administering an on-prem MS SQL Server database and Cloud environments.
Working knowledge in installing, performance tuning, maintaining, securing, and administering a MS Integration Services (SSIS) environment.
Working knowledge of security, authorization, and authentication in Microsoft Active Directory and Azure Entra ID.
Working knowledge of MS SQL Server and Azure cloud backup and recovery design and implementation.
Basic knowledge of networking and firewall concepts.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server administration.
Basic knowledge of SAN/NAS Storage management and concepts.
Basic knowledge of virtualization technology using MS Windows Hyper-V or VMWare.
Basic knowledge of MS Windows Server high availability technologies Application Development, architectures, languages, and/or tools.
Advanced knowledge of RDBMS management tools including MS SQL Server Management Studio.
Working knowledge of or skill in developing on a SQL Server platform using Transact SQL (T-SQL) including stored procedures, query plans, functions, views, indexes, and triggers.
Working knowledge of or skill in database modeling, data conversion, and ETL tools, such as SSIS.
Basic knowledge of Administrative Scripting (C#, WMI, PowerShell, Rs Utility, MSBuild).
Ability to pass a criminal records check.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience will be considered
AND 5 years of experience in IT development and database administration. (Equivalency 9 years of qualifying training and/or experience).

Skills

Service-minded: Believes in acting with integrity and making sure our work helps everyone in the community fairly.
A great communicator: Can take complicated technical ideas and explain them clearly to teammates and other departments.
A natural learner: Curious and adapts quickly when technology changes.
A careful problem-solver: Looks at the whole picture to find the best long-term solution.
A team player: Enjoy building relationships and working side-by-side with others to get the job done.

The Team

You will be joining the IT Division within the Department of County Assets (DCA). Led by IT Manager Michelle Smith, our seasoned team focuses on providing the technical support that keeps the whole County moving. We are currently in the middle of a major shift to more modern cloud-based tools, and we are looking for someone who is as excited about this evolution as we are.

To qualify

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying. Please be clear and specific in your application about how your background is relevant to this role.

Screening and Evaluation

The Application Packet:

A completed online application.
A resume covering your relevant experience and education.
A cover letter that expands on your resume and addresses how you meet the minimum qualifications and why you are interested in this position.

The Selection Process:

Initial review of minimum qualifications.
Assessment of candidates, which may include a review of training by a subject matter expert, a technical screening interview or exam.
Consideration of top candidates, which may include panel interviews and a final hiring interview.
Reference and background checks for finalists.

Additional Information

Type of Position: This is an hourly, AFSCME Local 88 union-represented position and is eligible for overtime.
Work Location: The official work location is the Multnomah Building, 501 SE Hawthorne Blvd., Portland, OR 97214.
Telework Schedule: This position is designated for Routine Telework, meaning you will work primarily from home. However, you will be required to attend routine team meetings, performance coaching, and other required onsite meetings.
A variety of work schedules are available. Some examples:

5-8s: 8 hours a day Monday through Friday
4-10s: 10 hours a day Monday through Thursday
4-10s: 10 hours Tuesday through Friday
4-9-4: 9 hours a day Monday through Thursday 4 hours on Friday. Etc…

Residency: All employees must reside in Oregon or Washington.

Visa Sponsorship: We are unable to sponsor work visas (H-1B, F-1 OPT, STEM OP).

Equal Pay Law: Please be advised that the pay range listed for this position is intended to provide general guidance on the earning potential for the role. However, actual compensation will be determined in accordance with the Oregon Equal Pay Law and will take into account factors such as the candidate’s relevant experience, education, seniority, training, and/or tenure. Candidates should expect that initial offers will be made within the listed pay range and may not be at or near the top of the range.

Our Commitment to Safety, Trust, and Belonging

Multnomah County is dedicated to developing and improving workforce equity. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone can reach their full potential by addressing structural and policy barriers to equal opportunity. Our work is guided by the 2024-2028 Workforce Equity Strategic Plan, a roadmap created by employees to ensure an inclusive and racially just environment for all.

Serving the Public During Disasters

Every day, Multnomah County staff work together to serve as a safety net for our communities. During a disaster, this safety net becomes even more critical. All County employees have a role in serving the public during inclement weather, natural disasters, or other types of community emergency responses. You may ultimately be reassigned from your current position to a role in the emergency response to support the critical needs presented by our communities.