Database Administrator - Oracle, SQL Server

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Kforce has a client that is seeking a Database Administrator - Oracle, SQL Server in Phoenix, AZ.

Overview:

We are seeking an Open Data Administrator to join our Data Services team. This role is responsible for collecting, organizing, evaluating, and publishing datasets, while collaborating with internal departments to ensure data quality and compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of data governance, experience with data management platforms, and a passion for leveraging data to drive transparency and innovation. You will manage the daily administration and expansion of two Open Data Portals-ArcGIS Online (AGOL) and OpenGov-and support internal analytics projects as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, execute, and monitor data-related projects to ensure successful implementation
• Oversee the collection, storage, and maintenance of datasets
• Identify datasets suitable for publication in collaboration with data owners and compliance teams
• Engage with external users (developers, researchers, civic tech groups) to understand data needs
• Maintain metadata standards for discoverability and documentation
• Develop and maintain SOPs, user guides, FAQs, and dataset documentation
• Conduct workshops, webinars, and training sessions to improve data literacy
• Create tutorials and use cases to help users apply open data effectively
• Build and nurture communities of data users, including civic tech groups, startups, and academia
  
  

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Data Science, or related field
• Proven experience in data management, preferably in an open data environment
• Data Management: Proficiency in data collection, storage, and maintenance; Experience with database systems (e.g., Oracle)
• Data Quality Assurance: Ability to ensure data accuracy and integrity; Familiarity with data cleansing and validation techniques
• Data Security: Knowledge of security protocols and best practices; Experience implementing measures to protect sensitive information
• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in data analysis tools (Python, R, Excel); Familiarity with open data platforms (OpenGov, Socrata, CKAN, Esri AGOL); Experience with GIS spatial data
• Regulatory Compliance: Ability to ensure compliance with relevant standards and policies
• Communication & Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to work with diverse stakeholders
• Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Documentation: Ability to create clear technical documentation and reports
• Training & Support: Experience providing training and explaining complex concepts clearly
• Data Visualization: Familiarity with visualization techniques and tools
• Additional Details: Candidates must be local at the time of submission and able to start within 2 weeks of an offer
  
  

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

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