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Mandatory skills: Perform database management activities using Microsoft SQL Server 2016/2019 Write and Use SSIS (SQL Server Integration Services) and PowerShell Scripts Assist with conversions from older SQL versions to current version Assist with database server infrastructure and software analysis and recommendations Help ensure databases are backed up appropriately and can be restored if necessary Maintain database access security and database integrity Responsibilities: ·Perform database management activities using Microsoft SQL Server 2016/2019 ·Install database software ·Analyse, design, and review logical and physical data models ·Support the application system development life cycle. ·Perform data analysis and correction activities ·Load data tables and perform data migrations from one database structure to another ·Review and migrate stored procedures; recommend improvements to enhance performance ·Write and Use SSIS (SQL Server Integration Services) and PowerShell Scripts ·Follow and help enforce established PDE database standards. ·Monitor database performance and space requirements and give recommendations to improve ·Analyse and resolve database performance issues ·Assist with conversions from older SQL versions to current version ·Maintain database access security and database integrity ·Help ensure databases are backed up appropriately and can be restored if necessary ·Assist with database server infrastructure and software analysis and recommendations ·Conduct work in a team environment ·Use strong communication skills; both written and spoken ·Determine time estimates and schedule for own work ·Use Azure DevOps for source control, manage work items, for documentation versioning, and to report time spent on all assigned work item activities ·Complete assigned work activities; Anticipate and resolve issues in a timely manner ·Communicate accurate and useful status updates to the Database Administration Section Chief, and to each Application Lead analysts/project managers ·Execute all assigned responsibilities with little direct supervision from the Database Administration Section Chief ·Represent DBA staff at status meetings and other meetings as requested ·Keep current with the features of new database releases and related database products and make recommendations as to their use ·Make recommendations on best practices and improvements surrounding database administration practices

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