Rhode Island College invites applicants for the position of Lead Application Administrator/DBA. This is a full-time, calendar year, continuing position.

The Lead Application Administrator will serve as lead administrator for administrative applications and their databases, installing, updating, tuning and diagnosing application/database issues within a complex higher education environment. Manage/configure integrations among applications/databases (including secure messaging and data transfer) as well as user roles, permissions and groups within the applications. Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures for ensuring the security and integrity of the applications and their databases. Assist users with adjustments to business practices to make effective use of the software, providing training resources and guidance for the applications as needed.
 
Assume leadership role and project lead responsibilities in database and application administration. Work with management, leadership and clients to lead application evolution efforts: help inform selection of new products, gain buy-in from affected clients, manage RFP and other selection processes, design and execute communication plans and manage projects related to application maintenance and deployment.

Required qualifications:                                                                                                                                                  

• Bachelor’s degree                                                                                                                                                     

• Minimum of six years of experience/in system/application/database administration.