Database Analyst

Position:	Full-time; Starting salary $ 2,962.84/Monthly.
Department:	University Relations
Location:	Arkansas Tech University, Russellville, AR
Deadline:	2/28/2013
Hire Date:	3/16/2013

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Knowledge of various computer systems.
Knowledge of design of relational database systems.
Knowledge of technology and new user applications.
Knowledge of data structures and logic.
Ability to assist staff with various problem definitions and solutions.
Ability to design effective database schema and normalization.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Develops, maintains, and monitors data processing needs, identifies user problems, and proposes solutions.
Designs, develops, implements, and maintains database tables, queries, and reports which meet customer requirements.
Performs analysis and diagnostics to isolate the source of network, hardware, and/or software malfunctions.
Schedules, coordinates, and performs maintenance, repair, and upgrade of computer systems with users and other organizational personnel.
Participates in group meetings to identify business requirements and processes.
Analyzes business requirements and comprehends business definitions of data.
Analyzes user's current information flow requirements and determines feasibility of design approach for diverse and large scale application systems.
Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field; plus two years of experience in database development and analysis.

Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management.

OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Database and application development
Monitoring and maintain current system servers
Web form to database creation
Database to web page scriptingTemplate development
Ensuring that data driven web pages are constructed meeting Tech standards as applied to web accessibility requirements; usability testing to ensure a cohesive, functional and dynamic site
Repurposing of outdated web applications currently in use by departments; Cooperating with assigned responsible individuals to propose and implement solutions
Maintaining cooperative relationships across business functions with respect to data driven systems, projects, processes, teams and external partners
Experience with CSS, HTML, Jscript, Jquery, Oracle, MySQL, PHP, SQL, and XML

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Database Analyst is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining database systems and monitoring and resolving internal database problems, using hierarchical or relational date base management techniques. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Arkansas Tech University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of this university not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of service.

If you have questions about this position or your application submission, please call the Office of Human Resources at 479-968-0396. If you desire to submit a resume in addition to your application for this position, please submit via email to: hr@atu.edu

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