SQL Server Database Administrator (252226)

12 month contract
Submissions Due 5/21/12
Location DOES: 4058 Minnesota Ave NE, Washington, DC  20019
Short Description DBA Level 3 8+ Years

The primary purpose of this position is to develop database systems solutions, maintain existing databases and to support agency business objectives through advanced data analysis, modeling and management.

1. Programming with SQL Server 2005/2008, SQL stored procedures, user defined functions, cursors and query batches
2. Database design, development and management
3. Data modeling
4. Defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions
5. Analyzing business processes and performing in-depth work analysis
6. Interfacing with end-users or clients
7. Work with Technical Team Lead and clients to define program requirements
8. Database Administrator Level 3 Responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance and monitoring of database technologies and related software. Conducts analysis, creates system specifications, develops, tests and implements engineering, scientific and business applications, operating systems, and file/database servers. Utilizes existing or new technology in the automation of processes. Database management through maintenance of data dictionaries, data models, performance tuning. Coordinates database changes and tests.

Behavioral Characteristics
1. Excellent prioritization and organization skills including ability to establish priorities independently
2. Strong self-initiative
3. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively in a team environment
4. Clear communication skills

Required Experience:
Building and maintaining data mart extraction processes. (Required 5 Years)
Building and maintaining DTS packages. (Required 5 Years)
Building and maintaining ETL scripts.  (Required 5 Years)
Building and maintaining production SQL jobs. (Required 5 Years)
Building and maintaining SQL scripts in Microsoft SQL Server. (Required 5 Years)
Building & maintaining complex SQL queries for data analysis & data extract (Required 5 Years)
Clear/excellent comminication skills for interface w/ end-users & clients (Required 5 Years)
Database design, modelling, installing, upgrading SQL server (Required 5 Years)
Programming w/ SQL Server 2005/2008, SQL stored procedures (Required 5 Years)
SQL Server Configuration (Required 8 Years)
User Data and Log File Management (Required 5 Years)
Experience in the Unemployment Insurance industry (Highly desired)