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Database Administrator II

University of Georgia

retirement plan

United States, Georgia, Athens

Dec 20, 2025

Posting Details

Posting Number	S14532P
Working Title	Database Administrator II
Department	FACS-Inst Hum Dev & Disability
About the University of Georgia	Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Posting Type	External
Retirement Plan	TRS or ORP
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information	Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Advertised Salary	Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date	12/19/2025
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	02/01/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy	Athens Area
EEO Policy Statement	The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement	The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Position Information

Classification Title	Database Administrator II
FLSA	Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience
Preferred Qualifications	Microsoft Certified: Power BI or Azure Administrator Associate Experience with hybrid cloud environments and DevOps pipelines Familiarity with other BI tools (e.g., Tableau, SSRS)
Position Summary	The Database Administrator II is a critical, back-end focused position responsible for leading the setup, configuration, and optimization of the organization's data analytics environment. The role focuses on deploying and managing Power BI gateways, configuring on-premises and cloud-based servers, and ensuring secure, scalable, and high-performance data access for analytics teams. Key duties include building data pipelines and managing data warehousing , integrating disparate enterprise data sources (e.g., SQL Server, Azure, Oracle) , and ensuring strict compliance with data governance, security, and privacy standards, including managing UGA IT relationships for HIPAA clearance. The specialist will also be responsible for performance tuning, optimizing data refresh schedules , and collaborating with analysts to facilitate reporting needs, including sharing dashboards outside the organization.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Proven experience with Power BI infrastructure setup and administration. Strong knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server, Azure Data Services, and Active Directory. Experience with Power BI Premium, Gateway configuration, and licensing models. Experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred) and hybrid environments. Strong background in designing and developing clearinghouses, data dashboards using data analytics and visualization accessing a wide array of data sources. Proficient in Microsoft Power BI/Tableau based dashboard development, including DAX functions, Power Query, Power Automate, and integration with other business systems to create impactful visualizations, reports, and dashboards. Understanding of networking, firewalls, and secure data access protocols. Excellent problem-solving, supervisory and communication skills.
Physical Demands	Work in a standard office environment. Work for long periods on a computer.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?	No
Is this a Position of Trust?	Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?	No
Does this position require a P-Card?	No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?	No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?	No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)	Yes
Credit and P-Card policy	Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy	Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities	Design and implement server architecture to support Power BI reporting and analytics. Build data pipelines, manage data warehousing, obtain, clean and manage data and integrate disparate data systems.
Percentage of time	40

Duties/Responsibilities	Install, configure, and maintain Power BI Gateways (Enterprise and Personal) Integrate Power BI with enterprise data sources (SQL Server, Azure, Oracle, etc.) Share dashboards with people outside the organization and publish on publicly-available websites.
Percentage of time	30

Duties/Responsibilities	Optimize data refresh schedules and performance tuning. Ensure compliance with data governance, security, and privacy standards.
Percentage of time	10

Duties/Responsibilities	Negotiate shared data agreements and MOUs with outside agencies. Collaborate with data analysts and project stakeholders to support reporting needs.
Percentage of time	10

Duties/Responsibilities	Monitor system health and troubleshoot connectivity or performance issues. Document infrastructure setup, configurations, and best practices.
Percentage of time	5

Duties/Responsibilities	Manage relationships with UGA IT systems/personnel (Information Security office clearance for HIPPA and data security, UGA data center server storage).
Percentage of time	5