SQL Server Database Developer/Administrator

The SQL Server Database Developer/Administrator will design and create schemas in SQL Server 2008 for custom applications; create and maintain T-SQL stored procedures and functions to support custom applications; create and maintain Integration Services (SSIS) packages for data movement between SQL Server and legacy systems.

Responsibilities include:

• Protect the confidentiality of all information entrusted. Display a professional image of the department and Scholarship America as an organization.
• Design and manage the use of IS resources. Utilize Data Base Management Systems and software packages to control data usage. Insure systems efficiency and integrity.
• Prepare recommendations, proposals, estimates and schedules on assigned projects.
• Using Scholarship America IS guidelines, design, code, test, maintain, document, and support applications software systems as assigned. Support and train clients to effectively and efficiently utilize applications.
• Perform detailed evaluation of systems and operational procedures.
• Consult with the client in analyzing applications performance, make recommendations and advise the client on operations.
• Coordinate assigned projects or system analysis with the client.
• Communicate status of projects to clients, IS staff, and the IS Director, reporting on the system functions to assure understanding of the applications.
• Assist in hardware/software planning, evaluation, and installation.
• Install and maintain operating systems, communications software, data base packages, compilers, and utility programs, etc., within the organization.
• Utilize software support manuals and documentation as required.
• Keep abreast of new equipment, methods, and techniques in related business and technical areas.
• Participate in technical education.

Responsibilities of All Scholarshp America Staff:

• Adhere to Scholarship America policies and procedures.
• Travel between Saint Peter and Minneapolis.
• Perform other duties and miscellaneous tasks as required.
• Perform miscellaneous, special projects and ad hoc duties as assigned.

Requirements
Minimum requirements in terms of educational background work experience, licenses/certifications or other knowledge, skills and abilities.

• Bachelors Degree in computer science or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 5 years experience developing with T-SQL in SQL Server 2005/2008.
• Minimum 2 years experience with Integration Services (SSIS).
• Minimum 2 years experience with Reporting Services (SSRS).
• Related work experience in business environment.
• Excellent trouble-shooting skills.
• Highly organized, strong attention to detail.

Additional Skills and Experience

• Experience with Oracle database and PL/SQL.
• Exposure to OLAP reporting, PHP, MySQL, and SugarCRM a definite plus.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of several computer languages and operating systems.
• High customer service skills.
• Experience multi-tasking and project management.
• Exposure to database systems, or experience in database systems, e.g., Oracle Sql.
• Exposure to business intelligence applications and design.

Salary Range
Grade Level 11, commensurate with experience. Scholarship America offers excellent benefits including tuition assistance for employees and dependents.

Location
Minneapolis or St. Peter, MN

Application Deadline
Open Until Filled

To Apply:
Send cover letter, resume, and contact information of three professional references to:
Marilee Hedberg, Human Resources Director
Scholarship America
One Scholarship Way
St. Peter, MN 56082
hr@scholarshipamerica.org