Database Administrator Job Description Template

Database Administrator

[Intro Paragraph] We suggest starting your database administrator job description with a short introductory paragraph (two to three sentences) describing your company and the general work environment for the role being advertised. This paragraph sets the tone for the entire job description, so it’s a great chance to use a little creativity to get the candidate excited about the position. Be authentic but don’t be afraid to be different: Setting yourself apart will help your ad perform better and generate more interest from applicants.

Database Administrator Job Responsibilities:

• Install and maintain the performance of database servers.
• Develop processes for optimizing database security.
• Set and maintain database standards.
• Manage database access.
• Performance tuning of database systems.
• Install, upgrade, and manage database applications.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot database errors.
• Recommend and implement emerging database technologies.
• Create and manage database reports, visualizations, and dashboards.
• Create automation for repeating database tasks.
• Be available for on-call support as needed.

[Work Hours & Benefits] Following the list of job responsibilities above, we recommend adding a paragraph providing some information on work hours and benefits for the position to your database administrator job description. This is another perfect opportunity to sell the candidate on your company beyond just the database administrator salary.

List the available benefits for this position (e.g., health care, 401k), but make sure to call out any special perks that you offer employees. Are there potential work-from-home opportunities? Paid training or continuing education programs? Also mention any potential weekend, after-hours, or on-call responsibilities. Adding this kind of specific information will make your ad more attractive to candidates.

Database Administrator Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong command of SQL and SQL server tools
• Advanced knowledge of database security, backup and recovery, and performance monitoring standards
• Understanding of relational and dimensional data modeling
• PowerShell and Unix shell scripting skills
• Familiarity with SSAS, SSIS, SSRS
• Strong mathematical and statistical knowledge
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Impeccable attention to detail

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field
• One to three years of experience in database administration, information technology, database architecture, or a related field
• MCSE/MCSA certifications preferred
• Experience with Linux and Windows Server environments
• Extensive experience with database technologies (MySQL, MS SQL, PostgreSQL Oracle, MongoDB)
• Experience with cloud services (AWS, Microsoft Azure) a plus

[Call to Action] Now it’s time to add a call to action that provides clear instructions for interested candidates on the preferred way to respond to your job ad. Whether it’s emailing a resume to a specific email address or submitting an application online by clicking on the provided link, adding this information will increase the response rate from interested candidates.