Job Summary The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a Database Engineer I on the Dahlonega Campus. This position supports database administration, consulting, some programming, and technical support for the use of Microsoft SQL Server and the university’s database environment. The engineer assists with performing backup and recovery, performance monitoring, and fine‑tuning performance. The role evaluates hardware and software requirements and supports the integration of third‑party providers’ products. The engineer supports new and current data integrations between the university’s student information systems and other selected and third‑party applications purchased to provide additional capability, efficiency, and productivity to university personnel and creates documentation associated with these projects. Some project management is required. Please be advised that any offer of employment is contingent upon your eligibility to work in the United States. The university is aware of recent federal changes that may significantly increase the cost of filing H‑1B visa petitions. As a public institution, the university’s ability to cover such costs is subject to budgetary constraints and state funding policies. Therefore, while we remain committed to supporting international faculty hires, we cannot guarantee payment of any newly imposed or increased visa‑related fees. Responsibilities Creates, configures, and maintains databases in Microsoft SQL Server in order to support development of systems used by university personnel and third‑party applications requiring SQL Server. Assists with database administration for the MySQL environment. Maintains and optimizes performance in these environments. Develops integration solutions with 3rd party applications through available API's and database exports, as well as ad‑hoc database reporting as required. Consults with IT, business, and academic units to support the creation of locally developed and third‑party database applications. Gather, write and maintain documentation on database applications and integrations. Participation on UNG committees and working groups. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Must have strong oral and written communication skills. Interpersonal and teamwork skills required. Ability to multi‑task, manage workload, and meet deadlines required. Required Qualifications High School diploma or GED required. At least one year of IT experience required. Preferred Qualifications ITIL certification preferred. Lean certification preferred. Experience with Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, PL/SQL Developer, SQL Navigator, Shell scripting and/or Linux preferred. Experience with Ellucian Banner preferred. Proposed Salary Minimum Starting Salary: $58,887 Equal Employment Opportunity The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans. Background Check Position of Trust #J-18808-Ljbffr