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We use our expertise, knowledge, and global resources to deliver top-quality candidates and tailor our IT and Non-IT recruitment services to your needs. This allows us to deliver the required results in a timely manner that meets your schedule at a substantially reduced cost.

We pride ourselves for having one of the fastest growth rate and also the lowest turnover rates in the industry just 2.5 percent annually. We focus on the training and retaining qualified professionals with high personal and work ethics. With the help of our extensive database of internal candidates and CATS applicants tracking system, we can provide quality resources within the limited time frame.

We have also successfully placed hundreds of candidates in the areas related to Information Technology, Engineering, professional, Scientific & Clinical, etc. for both our commercial and government clients.

1. Source: A recruiter sources candidates from various sources; the search starts from our proprietary database. Using advanced sourcing methods like social media, professional networking media, internal, and 3rd party job boards, we identify qualified candidates.
2. Validate: A recruiter validates the candidates’ experience and skill sets against our client’s position.
3. Initial Screening: Based on the position and the client’s work culture, the recruiter uses initial screening questions to determine the most suitable candidates.
4. Submit: the recruiter will submit to the technical team qualified candidates who have passed the initial screening.
5. Technical Screening: The technical team then prepares a matrix of the particular requirements and required experience for the position and using a list of questions and the results, re-validates the candidates’ technical skills.
6. Background Check: Administrative personnel will provide a detailed background check, as required, per client agreement.
7. On board: On successfully completing the above steps, the candidates are welcomed on board and assisted to ensure a smooth integration at the client’s location.

Position Details:

Job Title: SQL Server DBA

Location: Des Moines, IA

Duration: 12 Months

Job description:

The State of Iowa is looking for someone who has a strong understanding of SQL Server database administration, with experience developing in SSIS and XML. This TS3 position will be joining our database support team and assume workload coordination of 6 SQL Server DBAs. This person will help shape the department’s future SQL Server Vision from database standards and policies to automation efforts for deployment. The ideal candidate will have experience implementing databases in the cloud, and will have experience with continuous integration and automation concepts.

Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day operations (includes monitoring and maintenance, problem investigation and resolution, backup creation and maintenance, database optimization and tuning, etc.).

• Effectively prioritize and manage concurrent projects, demonstrate initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.

• Drive results and leverage past experiences to improve the environment and related processes.

• Foster a spirit of teamwork, coach and mentor staff and empower employees to take responsibility.

• Stay current on technology and industry standards; work with leadership to develop strategic plans and roadmaps.

• Coordinate with other agency departments to update and integrate processes as necessary.

Required Skills:

• Expert understanding of Database best practices
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team of at least 5 staff members
• Strong technical and project management skills, as well as the willingness to engage in a hands-on way, to provide specific technical guidance and lea
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Data Warehousing concepts
• SQL Server DBA experience with 2012 or newer
• SQL Server Database Design
• SQL Server Database Performance monitoring
• SQL Server database troubleshooting and query optimization
• SQL Server Stored Procedure Design and implementation
• SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS)
• SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)
• SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)
• Experience in implementing operational automation using scripts (knowledge of Octopus Deploy and DbUp preferred).
• Familiarity with Agile (Scrum and/or Kanban) methodology

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.