Job Description

A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact. 
As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What We Offer:
• Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. 
• Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? 
• Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
• Benefits - We care about your well-being.

The Office of Innovation & Technology (OIT) is the central IT agency for the City of Philadelphia headed by the Chief Information Officer (CIO). OIT oversees all major information and communications technology initiatives for the City of Philadelphia - increasing the effectiveness of the information technology infrastructure, where the services provided are advanced, optimized, and responsive to the needs of the City of Philadelphia’s businesses, residents, and visitors. OIT responsibilities include: identifying the most effective approach for implementing new information technology directions throughout city government; improving the value of the city’s technology assets and the return on the city’s technology investments; ensuring data security continuity; planning for continuing operations in the event of disruption of information technology or communications services; and supporting accountable, efficient and effective government across every city department, board, commission and agency.

Job Description

The Oracle Database Administrator is a full performance technologist responsible for providing operational data management services to the City. This responsibility includes functioning as an experienced professional able to understand and independently implement the standards of OIT’s Oracle practice. This position reports to the IT Director, Data Management and receives guidance and direction from Principal Database Administrators.

Essential Functions

• Provides hands-on operational support to the City’s mission critical databases: Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL.
• Contributes to the sustainability and ongoing support of the Oracle Enterprise Database Platform under the guidance of the Principal Oracle Database Administrator.
• Collaborates with the GIS team to ensure that their PostgreSQL databases are properly supported.
• Performs general Database Administration: DBMS software install, database object management, startup and stoppage, patching and upgrade, etc.
• Identifies performance issues and carries out Performance Tuning.
• Participate in database software products evaluation.
• Monitors database management systems (DBMS) and data reporting platforms across the Solution Deployment Life Cycle (Development, Test, Production) and insures that they perform within the expected service level.
• Participates in the collection of database operations metrics for reports and capacity planning.
• Execute the established database operation policies, procedures and processes.
• Understand and execute the database security policies, procedures and processes.
• Perform reliable backup and restore operations that meet the operations level requirements.
• Provisions DBMS user access in accordance with the established data management procedures and policies.
• Participates in the database operation cost accounting and budgeting process.
• Abides by the various data management compliance requirements: HIPAA, Criminal Justice System, IRS, etc.
• Regularly communicates with the customer and address or escalate any identified dissatisfaction.
• Shares technical knowledge with the Database Management Group team.
• Participates in the review and approval of software solution architectures.
• Writes database and reporting systems operations automation scripts.
• Performs various data management operations and configurations: Data ETL(extraction, transformation and load), data replication, data profiling, etc.
• Create and maintain documentation on architecture, standards, and processes

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Ability to:

• Learn, implement and operate enterprise class database management and reporting systems.
• Understand and execute the architecture and design of database management system solutions.
• Understand and execute data management and data security policies and procedures.
• Write database and reporting systems operations automation scripts.
• Work collaboratively
• Work independently
• Think systemically
• Make presentations
• Provide support to a customer base

Knowledge Areas:

• Conceptual grasp of Database Management systems, including Oracle, SQL Server and PostgreSQL
• Familiarity with data management principles and practice
• Experience with cloud based service offerings (GitHub, etc.)
• Operational Knowledge of Database Programming Languages
• General Knowledge of Software Programming (mastery of a programming language is a plus).
• Knowledge of ITSM/ITIL concepts and processes (Incident Management, Change Management, Problem Management, Release Management, etc.)
• Working Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products: Visio, PowerPoint, Excel, Word
• Knowledge of a database reporting software: SSRS, Business Objects, Oracle BI, Power BI, etc. is a plus
• Knowledge of Data Warehousing Concepts is a plus.
• Knowledge of Information Security Concepts: Identity and Access Management, etc.
• Knowledge of Network Architecture concepts.

 

 

 

 

Qualifications

Education

• Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree program at an accredited college or university which has included a course in computer science, mathematics, business or equivalent.
• Completion of a Masters in Information Systems (MIS) is a plus

Experience

• 5 years in information technology and data management

Additional Information

Salary: $75k-85k

Important: To be considered, candidates must provide a cover letter and resume.

All applications should include the following: 
• A one-page cover letter clarifying your interest and

qualifications

for the role. It really helps us understand why you’re interested in this position. We read every single one!
• Your resume or curriculum vitae. 
• Optionally, an online professional portfolio or public GitHub account.

We won’t accept or review incomplete applications.

Work Setting: in-person (onsite)

Discover the Perks of Being a City of Philadelphia Employee :
• We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
• Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
• Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Generous retirement savings options are available
• Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.
• Enjoy a Free Commute on SEPTA - Starting September 1, 2023, eligible City employees will no longer have to worry about paying for SEPTA public transportation. Whether you're a full-time, part-time, or provisional employee, you can seize the opportunity to sign up for the SEPTA Key Advantage Program and receive free Key cards for free rides on SEPTA buses, trains, trolleys, and regional rails.
• Unlock Tuition Discounts and Scholarships - The City of Philadelphia has forged partnerships with over a dozen esteemed colleges and universities in the area, ensuring that our employees have access to a wide range of tuition discounts and scholarships. Experience savings of 10% to 40% on your educational expenses, extending not only to City employees but in some cases, spouse and dependents too!
Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!

*The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

Effective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.

The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to faqpchr@phila.gov.

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