Database Administrator I

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As a next-generation public research institute and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to shape the future and solve the world’s most challenging problems. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you’ll play an integral role in pushing us forward to become among the most impactful universities in the country. You’ll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with uniquely talented faculty, staff, and students across 13 colleges and multiple campuses and regional locations. That means greater challenges to tackle, more meaningful opportunities to grow, and rewarding experiences that go beyond a paycheck. We’re seeking qualified, motivated individuals who will help UCF fulfill its mission in unleashing the potential of every individual, enriching the human experience through inclusion, discovery, and innovation; and propelling broad-based prosperity for the many communities we serve.

Planning and Knowledge Management:

To collect, organize, store, and analyze medical education and institutional data, providing timely reporting and analytics to support decision-making.

The Opportunity:

The Database Administrator I is part of the UCF College of Medicine’s Office of Knowledge Management and Analytics (KMA) Report team and reports to the manager of application systems. The team is critical in supporting the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of various college reports critical to our organization’s operations. This position is tasked with ensuring the integrity and reliability of College of Medicine’s reporting flow.

Responsibilities:

• Participates in the design, development and/or selection of data-related systems, processes, and approaches for units and projects in the College of Medicine. 

• Participates in the design, development, and maintenance of the COM Knowledge Management architecture and related systems, including the COM KMA database and applications, specifically including the college assessment and curriculum databases.

• Works with the KMA, PKM, HealthIT, and other COM personnel on the data reporting, analysis, and integration needs of the college, including direct assistance to other PKM and COM units upon appropriate request.

• Provides guidance and advice on the design, development, and maintenance of reporting and data analysis tools and techniques, including direct assistance developing and using those techniques upon appropriate request.

• Works with KM and other units on the recommendation, selection, design, development, and maintenance of data reporting, analysis, and integration tools and techniques for use with COM’s educational, assessment, and decision-support data systems, considering COM and University policies and procedures.

• Assists as requested on an ad hoc basis by providing reporting, data analysis, and expertise regarding COM technological projects and issues, both within KM and, upon appropriate request, to other PKM and COM units.

• Promotes the COM KM vision through publication, participation in professional journals and conferences, and grant proposals. 

• Stays abreast of BI products/tools, future features, and of business strategies and direction.

• Performs additional duties as assigned including, but not limited to, timely completion of all required university and college training and updates.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree; or High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 4 years of relevant work experience in lieu of degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6) . 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of best practices in coding systems such as SSRS, Power BI, Excel, and Office 365.

• Knowledge of data analysis.

• Knowledge and experience with data molding.

• Knowledge and use of Visual Studio.

• Ability to solve complex problems and identify alternative solutions when the primary solution does not work.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

In addition to your application please submit a Cover letter and Resume.

Are Benefits Important to You?

Working at UCF has its perks!  In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
• Paid time off, including annual and sick leave and paid holidays
• Retirement savings options
• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
• Education assistance
• Flexible work environment
• And more…For more benefits information, go to the UCF Employee Benefits page click here .

Who Are We?

Founded in 1963 to fuel the region’s talent pipeline and support the growing U.S. space program, UCF is built to make a better future for our students and society. It’s one of the reasons U.S. News & World Report ranks UCF among the nation’s top 20 most innovative colleges, while Forbes, Kiplinger, and The Princeton Review rank us a best-value university. UCF is one of 14 universities nationwide designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a Research 1 university. With 13 colleges, including a fully accredited College of Medicine, UCF offers more than 220-degree programs between its main campus, downtown campus, hospitality campus, academic health sciences campus, and 11 UCF Connect centers located throughout the region. In addition, UCF extends its reach to communities in and beyond Central Florida by offering complete, online programs leading to bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, Ph.D.’s., certificates, and more.

Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF’s expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins

Department

College of Medicine (COM) – Health Information Technology – Operations

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday; 8:00AM – 5:00PM

Type of Appointment

Regular

Expected Salary

$64,518.00 to Negotiable

Job Posting End Date

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets.  Click on UCF’s Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President’s Statement.

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