1050 Lane Allen Road, Lexington, KY 40504 | 859.278.0501 | www.thelexingtonschool.org

Position Title: Database Manager

Department: Information Technology

Reports to: Chief Information Officer

FLSA: Exempt

Term: 12-Month Employee

The Lexington School IT team fosters collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning. You’ll

be part of a dynamic group dedicated to leveraging data-driven insights to drive and support the

school’s mission. We offer a supportive atmosphere where creativity is encouraged, and

employees are empowered to take ownership of their projects. Additionally, we provide

opportunities for professional development and growth, including access to training resources

and certification programs. Our workplace promotes diversity and inclusion, and we value the

unique perspectives and contributions of every team member.

Job Summary

As a Database Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the design, implementation,
maintenance, and optimization of our organization’s data. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring
data integrity, security, and availability while supporting the ongoing needs of various
departments within the school. This role requires a strong understanding of data management
systems, data modeling, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Essential Functions

• Database Design and Implementation

o Design, develop, and implement efficient data systems and schemas to meet the

organization’s needs.
o Work closely with stakeholders to understand data requirements and translate

them into technical specifications.

• Data Integrity and Security

o Implement and enforce data security protocols to ensure the confidentiality,

integrity, and availability of sensitive information.
o Monitor database performance and troubleshoot issues related to data integrity,

consistency, and access control.

• Database Maintenance and Optimization

o Perform regular database maintenance tasks such as backups, indexing, and

optimization to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
o Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, tuning database parameters as

necessary.

• Data Governance and Compliance

o Establish and enforce data governance policies and procedures to ensure

compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards.
o Collaborate with compliance and legal teams to address data privacy and

regulatory compliance concerns.

• Database Documentation and Training

1050 Lane Allen Road, Lexington, KY 40504 | 859.278.0501 | www.thelexingtonschool.org

o Maintain comprehensive documentation of database schemas, configurations,
and procedures.

o Provide training and support to internal users on database usage, best practices,
and troubleshooting techniques.

• Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity

o Develop and maintain disaster recovery and business continuity plans for critical

database systems.
o Conduct periodic testing and simulation exercises to ensure the readiness of

disaster recovery procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Database Administrator, Database Developer, or a similar role.
• Proficiency in database systems such as MySQL, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL.
• Strong understanding of database design principles, data modeling techniques, and

managing databases in a virtual environment are advantageous and preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Mostly indoors with regulated temperatures

• Physical Requirements

o Ability to sit for long periods of time at a workstation with a computer, keyboard

and mouse required.

o Ability to move around campus to attend in-person meetings and collaborate with

stakeholders in-person required.

o Ability to occasionally lift up to fifty [50] pounds for short periods of time.

• Availability to participate in an on-call rotation schedule is required. While not physically

present on-campus during on-call periods, the ability to maintain accessibility using a

mobile phone and/or laptop with internet connectivity and prompt response times are

required.

Please note, this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities,
duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, Responsibilities, and

activities may change at any time, with or without notice, to meet the needs of the school.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions,

in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).