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Database Coordinator (Internship Opportunity)
Brooklyn, NY

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DATABASE COORDINATOR (Paid Internship)- A database coordinator is responsible for accurately and securely using, developing and maintaining the performance, integrity and security of a computerized database. The DBA will report to the Vice President of Research, Analytics and Information Technology and will be involved in planning and programming/ development of the database and help in troubleshooting any database issues on behalf of the agency.

RESPONSIBILITIES-

* Establish the needs of users and monitoring user access and security
* Monitor performance and manage parameters in order to provide fast responses to front-end users
* Map out the conceptual design for a planned database
* Consider both back-end organization of data and front-end accessibility for end-users
* Refine the logical design so that it can be translated into a specific data model
* Further refining the physical design to meet system storage requirements
* Install and test new versions of the database management system (DBMS)
* Write database documentation, including data standards, procedures and definitions for the data dictionary (metadata)
* Develop, manage and test back-up and recovery plans
* Ensure that storage and archiving procedures are functioning correctly
* Carry out capacity planning
* Work closely with IT project managers, database programmers
* Communicate regularly with technical, applications and operational staff to ensure database integrity and security
* Commission and install new applications and customize existing applications in order to make them fit for purpose
* Manage the security and disaster recovery aspects of a database.

QUALIFICATIONS-

* Bachelor's degree in the pertinent field preferred. In lieu of bachelor's degree, applicants with relevant coursework will be considered.
* Programming language knowledge (ideally C++, JAVA or Python)

SKILLS-

* Problem-solving and good analytical skills
* Communication, teamwork and negotiation skills
* Familiarity with the main data manipulation languages and the principles of database design
* The ability to work to tight deadlines under pressure
* Good organizational skills
* Flexibility and adaptability
* The ability to create and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues and customers
* Business awareness and understanding of business requirements of IT
* Willingness to keep up to date with developments in new technology

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