Senior SQL Server DBA

Summary :

We’re in search of a Senior Microsoft SQL Server DBA with strong experience in database administration, performance tuning, security, and backup/recovery. Must have hands-on experience with SSRS report development and reporting tools such as Tableau and Workiva/Wdata . The role involves troubleshooting complex databases and application issues while supporting development teams and business users. Expertise in database design, data modeling, SQL optimization, and enterprise-level SQL Server environments is required.

Here are some of the specific details :

Job Title: Senior SQL Server DBA

Location: Frankfort, KY

Duration: Long-term Indefinite Contract

Job Description:

A Senior Database Administrator, based in Frankfort, Kentucky, responsible for the daily administration of three state ‑ administered retirement systems with over $24.9 billion in combined assets. These systems support approximately 421,000 state and local government employees, including state employees, state police officers, city and county staff, as well as non ‑ teaching personnel of local school boards and regional universities.

The organization’s technology team includes 43 professionals across multiple branches, with a dedicated group of 16 IT specialists focused on application development and database administration.

Key Responsibilities:

· Serve as Microsoft SQL Server Administrator, monitoring and optimizing database performance, including query tuning, indexing, and capacity planning. Managing database security, user access, encryption, backup.

· Provide technical expertise for data administration, database programming, and CABINET’s Line of Business (LOB) applications, including mentoring development staff on SQL optimization and performance enhancements.

· Design, develop, modify, and maintain SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) reports; collaborate with business users and analysts to gather reporting requirements and deliver accurate, efficient reporting solutions.

· Troubleshoot and resolve complex production database, LOB, and data integrity issues; provide technical support to development teams and serve as a subject matter expert in data integration functions.

· Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and stakeholders to evaluate user requirements and support the application development and data needs.

· Communicate complex technical concepts, processes, and solutions effectively to technical staff, non-technical users, vendors, and other state organizations.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

· Five (5) years of experience as a Database Administrator - Senior role

· Extensive knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server Management software, Visual Studio, and Team Foundation Server

· Knowledge of database design principles, data modeling, data warehousing concepts

· Experience with SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and reporting tools Tableau and Workiva/Wdata

· Solid problem-solving skills with a proven ability to manage and troubleshooting complex database, application, and data integrity issues.

· Skill in analyzing technical requirements and implementing effective database and application solutions.

· Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business and technical needs.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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