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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior LEADS Database Administrator - **Company:** State of Ohio - **Location:** Columbus, OH, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $92,893.0 - $136,822.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, IBM AIX, Unix, Information Systems, Databases, System Configuration, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Warehousing, Linux, Memory Management, Oracle Databases, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Data Storage Management, Load Balancing, Oracle Enterprise Manager, IT Architecture, Information Technology - **Published:** June 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c02f4ceb1c7638a5 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Windows?, including 12 mos, work experience in the primary technology (Oracle) specified by the agency in the position description & job posting. Option 2 * Or completion of associate core program in computer science or information systems; AND 42 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: designing and implementing high availability solutions, performing solutions design, providing technical Tier III database support, developing project plans with project manager or recommending approach through defining tasks and/or leading meetings relating to design, implementation, operation and ongoing maintenance of databases systems including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology (Oracle) specified by the agency in the position description & job posting. Option 3 * Or completion of undergraduate core program in computer science or information systems; AND 36 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: designing and implementing high availability solutions, performing solutions design, providing technical Tier III database support, developing project plans with project manager or recommending approach through defining tasks and/or leading meetings relating to design, implementation, operation and ongoing maintenance of databases systems including 12 mos. work experience in the primary technology (Oracle) specified by the agency in the position description & job posting. * Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above. ## Description Secondary Technology: Data Warehouse, Database Support, Extract, Transform, and Load (ETL), UNIX/ Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety * Multiple pay increases over the first years of service! * Free Parking! * Free Gym Access & Walking Path! * Daycare On-site! * Cafeteria On-site! What You'll Do as a Senior LEADS Database Administrator * Designs & plans cluster node hardware selection & makes recommendations on hardware requirements based on current &/or projected usage. * Configures & prepares cluster nodes/servers for Oracle database Real Applications Cluster (RAC) software installation. * Monitors cluster-aware storage (Oracle Automatic Storage Management (ASM) usage to prevent overallocation). * Builds, configures, uses, & maintains Oracle enterprise management (OEM) interface. * Works with IT Architecture staff, CIO &/or IT Managers to design solutions that meet LEADS requirements; Assists with analysis of the solution designs business case; * Monitors database errors, warnings, load balancing, memory usage & health; Coordinates with infrastructure team on database & system maintenance. * Conducts performance tuning system configuration on Linux, Windows & AIX., 60 mos. combined work experience in any combination of the following: designing and implementing high availability solutions, performing solutions design, providing technical Tier III database support, developing project plans with project manager or recommending approach through defining tasks and/or, leading meetings relating to design, implementation, operation and ongoing maintenance of databases systems, Helpful Tips for Applying: 1. Be detailed when describing your current/previous work duties. The more the better!! Don't just write "see attached resume". 2. Tailor your application for each position you apply for. You should clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting. 3. Respond to all questions asked. If you do not have the education/training/experience that is being asked, select either "No" or "N/A". Job Skills: Database Administration Supplemental Information This position is essential, meaning the duties this job performs are critical to the continued operations of the Ohio Department of Public Safety during a public safety emergency (OAC 123: 1-46-01 & DAS Directive HR-D-11). This position will be required to report for duty during any public safety emergency. Background Check Information * A BCI and FBI fingerprint check, a background check, including a polygraph examination, may be required on all selected applicants. * A comparative analysis and/or drug-test may be a requirement of the hiring process. 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