Database Administrator
Germantown Academy, located in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, is seeking qualified, experienced candidates for the position of Database Administrator, beginning August, 2017. This is a 12-month position which offers an excellent array of benefits and a highly competitive salary. The Academy, founded in 1759, is a non-sectarian, coeducational, college preparatory school of more than 1,100 students in Grades PK-12, located in the northwest suburbs of Philadelphia on a campus of 126 acres. At Germantown Academy, we are committed to creating a learning environment that is as diverse as the broader, global world of which we are a part.We value this diversity because it makes us a stronger community, enriches our thinking and helps us to develop our collaborative spirit. Qualified applicants will meet the following criteria:
Position Purpose:
The Database Administrator is responsible for the performance, integrity, maintenance, and security of all school databases. They will also be involved in the streamlining of all data related processes and act as a resource for the training of end users and departments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Standardize, document, and maintain data handling procedures for all database users
- Run regular reports to verify and ensure data integrity of all school databases
- Create usernames, passwords and email addresses for new employees
- Populate all school databases in preparation for the next academic year
- Export student transportation data and email it to school district transportation coordinators
- Provide database customization (i.e. create templates, run queries and special reports)
- Provide support for all ancillary database systems
- Serve as Assistant Registrar (report cards, course selection, transcripts, scheduling)
- Serve as a liaison among database users of the student information systems
- Provide formal and informal training to faculty, staff and administration
- Develop and maintain electronic documents and records for providing up-to-date reference and audit trails for all database projects
- Assist in the implementation of school-wide database upgrades
- Assist with help desk tickets and calls when needed
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Information Technology related field
- Three years of experience in the field or in a related area
- Experience working with and maintaining complex relational databases
- Experience using and maintaining Blackbaud databases
- Experience using the Microsoft Office suite (Excel required)
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve database problems
- Proven ability to multi-task with a high degree of accuracy in a busy environment
- Strong organizational skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to collaborate within a diverse community and build strong working relationships
- Crystal report writing experience is not required but preferred
Candidates who meet these criteria should send a cover letter, resume, and a list of at least three current references to:
Ms. Rachel Elwood
Human Resources Director
Germantown Academy
340 Morris Road
Fort Washington, PA 19034
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