GLOUCESTER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
COORDINATOR, DATABASE SERVICES
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for the operation and ongoing support of the GCPS Informix database environment and associated applications while leading projects related to this environment which includes both the Student Management and Financial Management Systems.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
Provides database-programming support of applications through development and maintenance of application software.
Maintains the Informix database environment to include: installation, modification, and maintenance
of databases software.
Develops and maintains database documentation.
Maintains the Citrix server and GSMS software (server and client). (Citrix, NT)
Maintains Cognos and IWR server and software.
Maintains Sub-Finder Database as required.
Maintains Grade Book database software as required.
Maintains Parentlink Servers and software. (0S2).
Establishes and maintains security for all Informix databases: OSMS, TWS, Cognos, IWR, Homework Hotline, Parent Link.- Student Management System, Financial Management System, and Unix.
Develops processes and actively performs database tuning processes and procedures.
Performs disaster recovery and backup of the Informix databases.
Make technical recommendations regarding division-wide data access and database connectivity.
Maintains custom programs and the databases that they interface with.
Provides training for IWR. Cognos. and Pentamation software.
Develops reports to meet the needs of GCPS including reports needed for state requirements.
Performs related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to work in a diversified team environment. Skilled in the programming of database applications. Complete knowledge of the Informix and Access database engines. Ability to communicate effectively with non-technical users in the use of Pentamation (Informix and related products). Knowledge of Microsoft Windows 2000 server. Knowledge of Microsoft ITS server. Knowledge of Microsoft SQL server.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Associates Degree. Informix Database Certified. Javascript certified. Microsoft Windows NT4/2000 Server certified. Microsoft SQL certified. Two years experience as a database technician or administrator.
A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. No significant climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, repetitive motions.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
None.
Exempt
Rev. 2/03
Gloucester County Public Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.
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