Oracle Database Administrator - Remote

Job ID37530LocationTampa, FLFull/Part TimeFull-TimeRegular/TemporaryRegularPosition DetailsDept Number/Name: 0-3510-000 / Information TechnologyCollege Division: Info Tech-Information TechSalary Plan: AdministrativeJob Code/Title: 9578 / Database AdministratorHiring Salary/Salary Range: $105,000Position Number: 00056659Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM, fully remote, with rotating on-call evenings and weekends.ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY:Located in the vibrant and diverse Tampa Bay region of Florida's gulf coast, the University of South Florida (USF) is a Preeminent State Research University with campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee. Rated as one of the top places to live in the U.S., Tampa Bay offers a high quality of life, year-round sunshine, and easy access to top-rated entertainment. USF is one of the nation's largest public universities, serving more than 50,000 students with an annual budget of $1.8 billon. Over the past five years, USF has been the fastest-rising university in the nation, public or private, on the U.S. News and World Report's list of best universities, which it ranks as the 44th best public university in America.USF is proud to be an innovating partner within the Tampa Bay region, listed by Forbes as the top emerging tech city in the country.USF Information Technology (USF IT) provides technology services and support for the University of South Florida. The IT team, led by the Vice President and CIO, provides the following services: Administrative Services, Client Support, Communication Services, Teaching and Learning, Analytics and Reporting, Mobile and Web Services, Consulting Services, Cybersecurity Service and Research Technologies. For more information, please visit: Information Technology | University of South Florida (usf.edu)POSITION SUMMARY:The Oracle Database Administrator designs, configures, maintains, secures, upgrades, and enhances the databases underlying our core university-wide Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems including PeopleSoft, Banner, and Degree Works among others.RESPONSIBILITIES:Monitors performance of critical organization-wide databases and tunes all instances and structures of the databases proactively to ensure the overall health of the system. Utilizes custom monitoring tools as well as knowledge of Linux system commands/scripting to administer Oracle databases and systems. Enhances capacity and scalability according to IT and business needs, using industry-leading methods in combination with USF's existing platform choices. Provides analysis, research, problem diagnosis, and resolution for database related issues and provides analysis of programs developed by others for performance considerations.Ensures Oracle database software stays up-to-date through regular upgrades and patching activities. Creates databases for development, testing and production. Conducts effective backup and recovery activities. Participates in database-related migrations across systems or platforms including to cloud-based resources such as Microsoft Azure. Collaborates regularly with other teams and roles to design solutions that are optimal from a whole-system and end-to-end perspective.Participates in an on-call rotation of the Oracle DBA team members, to ensure availability and performance of business-critical databases and systems. Participates in responding to and addressing key Production Support tickets/issues reported by end-users, business areas, IT staff, and others. Applies data or structure changes to production databases upon request.Establishes and maintains database access control to ensure safety and security of the databases. Audits and monitors attempted transactions, tracks transaction logs to prevent or resolve errors and disruptions.Performs other duties as assigned.POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:MINIMUM:Bachelors degree in Computer Science, MIS or other field involving software and analytical training, and four years of IT related work experience, OR a Bachelor's degree with no specific required field and five years of IT related work experience, OR a Master's degree and three years of IT related work experience, OR a combination of eight years of IT related work experience and validated training. Preparation for a relevant IT certification is considered to be related training.SB 1310 Degree Equivalency: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree.PREFERRED:Sizing cloud database servers for optimal performance within cost constraints to support Azure migrations.Streamlining deployments with database release automation principals and toolsSource control: Git, GitHubScripting: Bash, PowerShell, etc.Participation on a DevOps team, including administrators, engineers, and architects, automating database creation and configuration.SPECIAL SKILLS/TRAINING:In-depth knowledge of the Oracle database platform; in-depth skills and abilities in supporting the effective and efficient day-to-day operation of Oracle-based ERP systems, which also includes expertise in the Linux-based operating systems which underlie the databases.USF TampaInformation for ApplicantsThis position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check.Job Opening Number: 37530Posting Date: 07/26/2024Posting End Date: 08/25/2024ADDITIONAL INFO FOR APPLICANTS:The selected candidate must have current work authorization in the United States. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.USF offers GREAT BENEFITS to full time employees!!• Medical Insurance• Dental Insurance• Vision Insurance• Paid Vacation Days• Paid Sick Days• 11 Paid Holidays• Various Retirement Options, including 401K employer match• Tuition Assistance (available for yourself, spouse, partner or dependent)For more information about your total compensation package and other USF benefits, please visit: Work at USFHow To ApplyClick on the Apply Now button. When applying to an opening you will have the opportunity to upload a cover letter and resume.Apply online by completing the required information and attaching your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME, PLUS ANY OTHER REQUESTED MATERIAL, MUST BE IN ONE ATTACHMENT. Only online applications are accepted for this position.Click here for additional tutorial information.To request an accommodation with the application or interview process, please contact Central Human Resources by telephone: 813-974-2970 or email HR-ADA-Request@usf.edu.Equal Employment OpportunityUSF is an equal opportunity, equal access academic institution that embraces diversity in the workplace.The University of South Florida does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sexual harassment. Any person may report sex discrimination, including sexual harassment (whether or not the person reporting is the person alleged to be the victim of conduct that could constitute sex discrimination or sexual harassment), in person, by mail, by telephone, or by electronic mail, using the contact information listed for the Title IX Coordinator. Reports may be made at any time either online or directly to the University's Title IX Coordinator.USF's Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Statement.Federal RightsApplicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).Work LocationCampus map and location overview: USF - Tampa CampusAbout USFThe University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report's national university rankings than USF. Serving more than 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state's 12 public universities. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference.Working at USFWith more than 16,000 employees at USF, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region. At USF you will find opportunities to excel in a rich academic environment that fosters the development and advancement of our employees. We believe in creating a talented, engaged and driven workforce through on-going development and career opportunities. We also offer a first class benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, tuition program and generous leave programs and more.To learn more about working at USF please visit: Work Here. Learn Here. Grow Here.