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The Opportunity
Under the supervision of the Assistant Director, IT Applications, the Database Administrator is the technical expert in the maintenance, day-today operational support and monitoring of the underlying database and application environments associated with various enterprise level systems used within Saint Mary's, both in person and virtually. The Database Administrator performs continuous reviews and process improvement. This position will also perform project related duties.
The Database Administrator works out of the Enterprise Information Technology Department and reports to the Assistant Director, IT Application.
Union affiliation for this position is with Bargaining Unit 79. The position is evaluated at a Group 10 (salary range $55,651 - $68,028).
To see the full job description, please click here or please request a hard/emailed copy from HR.
What you'll do
Responsibilities
Please refer to the job description link above for a complete list of responsibilities.
What you'll need
Qualifications
To be the successful Database Administrator you will possess a combination of university and technical courses, equivalent to two (2) years' post-high school education and a minimum of three (3) years of directly related experience. The successful candidate should possess current technology knowledge. ITIL Certificate and Oracle experience will be considered assets.
A little bit about us
Saint Mary’s University
Saint Mary's University is one of Canada's top primary undergraduate universities--known for its international collaborations, leadership in entrepreneurship, and research that benefits local and global communities. Our programs in Arts, Science, Graduate Studies and the Sobey School of Business are among Canada's best and feature professors who are committed to the success of their students. Saint Mary's provides our 7,000 students with a place that fosters possibility, excellent research opportunities, and distinguished graduate and professional programs combined with a caring community. Nestled in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, on Canada's east coast, Saint Mary's University is marked by iconic buildings, green spaces and fresh ocean air. The Saint Mary's University community is committed to a prosperous future for the world-a world without limits.
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Apply for this opportunity online using our online application system through Career Beacon. Please visit https://smu.ca/about/work-at-smu.html to reference the job posting and description and click on "Apply through CareerBeacon" to submit your application or please click "Apply Now" on CareerBecaon.
Qualified candidates should submit the following with their application:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Three Professional References
The position will be posted on 19 October 2020 and applications should be received no later than 4:30pm on 01 November 2020. No telephone calls please.
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed here on the Saint Mary's University Human Resources website.
At Saint Mary's University equity and diversity are integral to excellence and enrich our community. As an institution committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and respect, we welcome applications from women, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/visible minorities, persons with disabilities and others who might contribute to the growth and enrichment of our community.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].
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