Description:

Database Administrator, Lead

Georgia State University

Instructional Innovation and Technology

Database Administration

Why Work at Georgia State University (GSU)?

Are you ready to help transform lives through academic excellence, innovative technology, research, and strong community partnerships? Georgia State University is ranked among the top five Most Innovative Public Institutions by U.S. News & World Report (2026). As a dynamic research institution, GSU offers a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment for staff, faculty, and students alike.

Join us in driving digital transformation in higher education and making a meaningful impact on our community. GSU's vibrant culture, career growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and core values-respect, integrity, collaboration, and accountability-make it an employer of choice within the University System of Georgia.

What Makes GSU a Great Place to Work?

• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, and retirement plans.

• A knowledge-sharing organization that collaborates with various partners.

Why join our team in the Instructional Innovation and Technology (IIT) Division?

The IIT division is the hub for innovation, supporting learning, student success, research, and economic development. Here's what makes IIT a great place to work:

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

• Access to cutting-edge technologies

• A collaborative and creative team culture

• A strong sense of purpose and impact in our work

Position Overview:

Georgia State University's Instructional Innovation and Technology (IIT) division is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Database Administrator, Lead to join our Application Solutions department. This role supports Georgia State student success by being proficient in designing, architecting, and supporting the data warehouse infrastructure. The ideal candidate has experience in extracting, transforming and loading data.

NOTE: This role requires on-site work. Remote or hybrid work options are not available.

Key Responsibilities

The scope of responsibilities for this position will include but is not limited to the following essential duties:

Application Database Support

Troubleshoot and resolve application issues, including code fixes, patches, and performance anomalies.

Acquisition, Implementation, and Installation

Plan, size, install, and test databases in support of acquisition, development, and implementation of databases and related technologies.

Project Management

Develop project plans and schedules, coordinate resources and team activities, facilitate meetings, and reports status to stakeholders.

Communication

Participate in meetings and maintain regular communication with management and customers. Some moderate interaction with external vendors.

Security and Continuity

Responsibilities extend to database security management (including access management) and ensure that data is stored securely and optimally.

Solution Hosting and Management

Disclaimer:

This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties.

As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee's direct supervisor.

Qualifications:

Minimum Hiring Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and three years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

Preference may be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the Minimum Qualifications, possess the following:

Bachelor's degree and five years of experience, or a combination of education and experience

In-depth knowledge and experience with Oracle database administration and Weblogic Server technology

Experience with Ellucian Banner and related products

Experience with PeopleSoft

Experience with Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM) and Data warehousing