Job Specifications
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At Access Credit Union, we support a professional and innovative work environment with a corporate culture that uniquely embraces empowerment, accountability, and trust. We recognize and value each employee's contributions to our success, which is why we offer competitive compensation, 100% company paid health benefits, employer-matched pension plan, continuing education, and career advancement opportunities within our credit union.
At Access Credit Union, our values are straightforward:
Do good
Be better
Own it
Move forward
The Database Administrator (DBA) is responsible for the performance, integrity, and security of the organization's databases. This role involves planning and development of database architecture, as well as troubleshooting issues on behalf of users. The DBA ensures that data remains consistent across the database, is clearly defined, and is accessible to authorized users. They also play a key role in database backup, recovery, and disaster planning.
The successful candidate must live in Manitoba or be willing to relocate to Manitoba.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Install, configure, and maintain database systems (e.g., SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL).
Monitor database performance and implement tuning strategies.
Ensure data security, integrity, and availability.
Develop and maintain database backup and recovery procedures.
Collaborate with developers and analysts to design and optimize data models.
Implement and manage database access controls and user permissions in collaboration with the information security department.
Perform regular audits and capacity planning.
Stay current with emerging database technologies and best practices.
This list is not inclusive and other tasks and/or responsibilities may be assigned by your supervisor.
Essential Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or similar accredited certification in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
Proficiency in datacenter and cloud-based database administration.
Proven experience as a DBA or in a similar role.
Strong knowledge of database structure, theory, and best practices.
Experience with database performance tuning and optimization.
Familiarity with data warehousing and Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) processes.
Demonstrated interest in continuing education
Attention to detail with high degree of accuracy
Highly effective project management skills
High degree of resourcefulness, and adaptability to change
Ability to follow standardized policies and procedures
Strong prioritization skills
Strong customer service and troubleshooting skills
Able to work independently on projects, and with third parties
We welcome diversity, value inclusion, and take pride in our vibrant corporate culture. Our team is a reflection of the members we serve and the communities we live in.
Access Credit Union welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.
About the Company
Access Credit Union supports a professional and innovative work environment with a corporate culture that uniquely embraces empowerment, accountability, and trust. We recognize and value each employee's contributions to our success, which is why we offer competitive compensation, continuing education, and career advancement opportunities within our credit union.
Our employees also have the opportunity to participate in some of our well-known community programs such as financial literacy education, and community events such...
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