Database Administrator

Responsible for physical databases on specific database technologies; designs and implements back-up, recovery, archiving and conversion strategies. Also responsible for the performance, availability, integrity, and disaster recovery of all databases and database systems.

Essential Job Functions:

• Develops and manages database schema and design in all production and non-production database environments

• Designs and develops logical and physical layers of various databases

• Provides technical assistance and mentoring for staff for developing conceptual and logical database design and the physical database

• Utilizes logical model to ensure efficient and reliable database performance

• C onfigures database security and generates reports and queries to insure data integrity and security is maintained and makes recommendations regarding improvements

• Maintains data in all production and non-production databases and replication servers

• C reates and manages database elements, including creation, alteration, deletion and copying of schema, databases, tables, views, indexes, stored procedures, triggers and declarative integrity constraints

• Defines and configures monitoring parameters of database and replication servers for resource utilization . Handles testing, reporting, backup/restore. Manages database distribution, security, and access requirements

• Creates security access profiles to enable access to databases

• Creates and maintains user profiles for database access, including login and password. Performs backup and recovery, configures database parameters, and prototypes designs against logical data models

• Researches and analyzes new products and/or technologies and makes recommendations to enable a more effective and secure database architecture

• Manages database distribution, security, and access requirements . Designs and develops logical and physical layers of various databases

• Facilitates, establishes and builds strong working relationships and partnerships with Business Units and Senior Management to assess operational needs and develop appropriate operational support strategies and efficient use of resources

• Perform on-call support on a rotational basis every 5 weeks in a 24/7 highly available environment as the lead database administrator for all critical applications and processes, resolving customer issues in a timely manner

• Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) preferred

• Bachelor's degree preferred

• 5 + years' database administrator experience preferred

• Knowledge of organizational politics and political tactics; ability to effectively navigate formal and informal communication and decision-making channels

• Knowledge, insight, and understanding of business concepts and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the company's business; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations

• Strong writing and communication skills

• S trong customer service orientation toward Business Units requiring financial consultation (responsive, consultative, collaborative and accurate)

• S trong project management skills: Plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of resources, to achieve project objectives and deadlines

• Strong interpersonal relationship building skills: able to work with a variety of people and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner

• Strong analytical ability with the capability to determine the root cause of problems and issues and provide solutions

• Strategic thinking; Applies organizational acumen to identify and maintain focus on key success factors for the organization

• Superior attention to detail

• Ability to juggle multiple, competing, frequently changing time-sensitive deadlines and priorities

• Ability to work independently and without supervision

• Ability to work and lead effectively as part of a team

Salary range $89,000 to $125,000. Ultimate salary offered will be based on factors such as applicant experience and geographic location. Our company offers a competitive benefits package and bonus eligibility on top of base.

Tokio Marine North America Services (TMNAS) provides professional support services to Tokio Marine Group companies in the United States, including Tokio Marine America, First Insurance Company of Hawaii, and Philadelphia Insurance Companies. Customer service is our focus and our passion! Tokio Marine North America Services adds value in all that we do, providing the best professional service to our business partners, allowing them to achieve their goals. Our talented team delivers actuarial, audit, corporate communications, financial and investment, human capital services, information technology, legal, and payroll expertise to our customers.