Senior Oracle Database Administrator

Job Summary Our client, a leading energy and utility provider, is seeking a Senior Oracle Database Administrator to join their team. This position will support critical Operational Technology (OT) database environments across Distribution, Transmission, Nuclear, and other regulated business areas. Key Details Contract Duration: 12 Months (08/31/2026 – 08/30/2027) Contract Type: Contract Location: Minneapolis, MN Work Arrangement: Hybrid Core Responsibilities Administer and maintain Oracle and SQL Server databases across development, test, and production environments Perform database backup, recovery, performance tuning, and capacity planning activities Implement and support business continuity, disaster recovery, and high availability solutions Install database patches, upgrades, and enhancements while maintaining system stability Conduct database audits and ensure data integrity, governance, and compliance standards are met Partner with application support teams, developers, architects, and technical managers on project initiatives Provide data management consultation and recommendations to improve database performance and reliability Required Skills/Experience (Must-Haves) 8+ years of database administration experience or equivalent combination of education and experience Hands‑on experience administering Oracle databases, including backup/recovery, performance tuning, and business continuity Hands‑on experience administering SQL Server databases, including backup/recovery, performance tuning, and business continuity Experience supporting production database environments and implementing database maintenance strategies Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across technical and business teams Experience with data governance, data integrity, and database capacity planning Preferred Skills/Experience (Nice-to-Haves) Oracle 12c, 19c, and 21c administration experience SQL Server 2014, 2016, 2017, 2019, and 2022 administration experience Experience with Oracle ASM, RAC, and Data Guard technologies Experience with SQL Server Always On, clustering, replication, mirroring, and log shipping Experience performing Oracle and SQL Server major version upgrades and migrations Proficiency with T-SQL, PL/SQL, PowerShell, and Shell scripting Experience administering PostgreSQL and MySQL databases Key Competencies & Behaviors Cross-Functional Collaboration Problem‑Solving Mindset Attention to Detail Priority Management Data Quality Focus Operational Excellence Work Environment Location: Minneapolis, MN Work Arrangement: Hybrid Industry Energy & Utilities Compensation & Benefits Pay Range: The approximate pay range for this position is between $40.00 and $57.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums. Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Plans Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP) 401K offered About KellyMitchell At KellyMitchell, our culture is world class. We're movers and shakers! We don't mind a bit of friendly competition, and we reward hard work with unlimited potential for growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company known for innovative solutions and unsurpassed customer service. We're passionate about helping companies solve their biggest IT staffing & project solutions challenges. As an employee-owned, women-led organization serving Fortune 500 companies nationwide, we deliver expert service at a moment's notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr KellyMitchell Group