Database Analyst

The International Students Services at the Office of Global Engagement has an immediate opening for a database analyst to maintain data storage, gather, organize, and interpret statistical information as it pertains to international students.

Responsibilities include:

• Provides technical support to analyze, design, and implement software, systems, and operating system
  capabilities.
• Assists in coding and maintaining utilities, job control language, compilers and system software.
• Provides software support in loading, dumping, and maintaining data on databases. Designs and performs
  various tests on all systems.
• Makes recommendations about the methods and ways to obtain and analyze data to improve quality and
  efficiency of data systems.
• Assists systems and programming staff using data debugging tools.
• Assists with updates and reorganization of the databases to support user's requests.
• Assists operations in defining and maintaining backup and recovery.
• Analyzes and assists in performance monitoring of database activity. Identifies patterns and trends in data
  sets.
• Assists in providing data security for users. May coordinate users' requests for database usage.
• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function or the position.
• Oversee a small advising load.

Required Education: Bachelor's degree, AND:

• 24 months experience in Data Processing, Database Management Systems, or related experience.

Equivalency Substitution: Will accept 48 months related experience in lieu of bachelor's degree for a total of 72 months related experience.

Skills:

• Ability to analyze large datasets.
  
• Ability to problem solve.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Organization skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to understand computer languages used within databases.
• Ability to understand database design and construction.

Certifications:

• None
  

Advertised Physical Requirements:

• Sits for prolonged periods.
• Use of a computer.
• Communicates effectively and listens.
• Manual dexterity.
• Environmental:
• Office Work Environment.

Department Preferences:

• Experience working in International Services
• DSO designation

Supervision: None

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma, fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.

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