DATABASE SYSTEM CONSULTANT - Jobs in Toronto, ON

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Are you an innovative thinker Do you thrive working with other individuals and managing multiple priorities Are you an experienced consultant looking for a new challenge and interested in working in an environment where there is a commitment to being the Ontario Public Service (OPS) leader in digital services, innovation and excellenceIf so, consider these opportunities and join the Land and Resource Cluster (LRC) with the Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, Natural Resources, and Forestry.Working in the Technology Service Operations Branch, you will be part of a team providing infrastructure related services to Ministry clients and LRC project teams to meet the growing demand on providing digital service to Ontarians.The Land and Resources Cluster Technology Service Operations supports and maintains the solutions of five (5) ministries on a variety of platforms such as Java, Salesforce, GIS, Citrix, Siebel, Azure, and others.The successful candidate will have the option of working out of the following satellite office locations:

• 40 St Clair Avenue West, Toronto
• 300 Water Street, Peterborough
• 1 Stone Road West, Guelph
• 159 Cedar Street, Sudbury
• 70 Foster Drive, Sault Ste Marie
• 435 James Street South, Thunder Bay

What can I expect to do in this roleAs a Database System Consultant, you will:

• Manage and coordinate computer application, development and implementation of projects, provide business analysis, and systems consulting expertise in addressing a full range of clusters information management requirements
• Provide senior technical expertise on projects which have strategic significance for achieving the Clusters information technology (IT) plans and objectives
• Analyze, interpret, and resolve varied and complex problems and issues that arise with IT infrastructure and associated database software
• Perform technical business analysis and consulting expertise for clients, present and explain technical issues, identify alternatives, and address the full range of technical business solutions

How do I qualifyTechnical Knowledge and Expertise:

• You have proven expert working knowledge of Database technology products such as Oracle Database, SQL Server, Cloud data base products with a great understanding of industry technology products both new and old.
• You have working knowledge of new database delivery methods such as dev/ops, agile, lean and an extensive expert history working within the Oracle databases product line.
• You can manage, monitor, and maintain business databases and infrastructure by making changes, updates, and modifications to database structure and data; maintaining and ensuring database security, integrity, stability, and availability; and maintaining and ensuring backup and recovery strategies are in place and functional.
• You have knowledge of large-scale systems analysis, design and development, information architecture and data modeling, programming concepts and languages, Internet technology and emerging technologies
• You have the ability to interpret legislation such as the Occupational Health and Safety Act, IT plan, project planning methodology, business, and processes.

Leadership and Project Management Skills

• You can plan, organize, lead, and implement projects in a multi-project environment.
• You can analyze and evaluate key technical, human, financial, and business impacts of proposed projects.
• You are an independent leader that leads and motivates oneself and your team members.

Communication and Relationship Management Skills

• You can interview communicate effectively with client managers, determine needs and desired changes, prepare database technology related business cases, present written reports on findings/alternate solutions.
• You can write and edit systems documentation and provide explanation of technical solutions to non-technical staff.
• You can write and prepare project status, interim, and final reports.
• You can explain and discuss a variety of systems issues, options and various approached for remediation.
• You can present and illustrate recommendations to senior management.
• You can negotiate contracts with vendors for acquisition of services, equipment, software, and hardware.
• You have the ability to work well with others, work independently and within teams.

Analytical and Evaluating Skills

• You can lead and coordinate investigation and analysis of multi-client or specialized information technology requirements, including feasibility study.
• You can lead the analysis of business and systems design requirements for systems projects, including analysis and evaluation of technical opportunities, and develop new approaches to meet information management technology needs at total system level.
• You can identify information planning technology issues of corporate significance, evaluate impact, and coordinate the development of solutions/options.

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontarios Human Rights Code. Refer to the application instructions below if you require a disability-related accommodation.Additional Information:Address:

• 2 Permanent, 1 Stone Rd W, Guelph, West Region or 300 Water St, Peterborough, East Region or 159 Cedar St, Sudbury, North Region or 70 Foster Dr, Sault Ste Marie, North Region or 40 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, Toronto Region or 435 James St S, Thunder Bay, North Region or 95 Ghost Lake Rd, Dryden, North Region

Compensation Group: Ontario Public Service Employees UnionUnderstanding the job ad - definitionsSchedule: 6Category: Information TechnologyPosted on: Tuesday, January 11, 2022Note:

• W-NR-170159/21(2)The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures, including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.Effective October 1, 2021, the OPS COVID-19 Safe Workplace Directive requires all Ontario Public Service employees to provide proof they are fully vaccinated, meaning they are fully vaccinated as defined by the Ministry of Health (refer to: COVID-19 Fully Vaccinated Status in Ontario), including 14 calendar days have passed since receiving their final dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.Employees who do not provide proof of full vaccination will be deemed ‘not vaccinated under the Directive and will be required to attend a vaccine education program and undergo regular rapid antigen testing. Employees who are not vaccinated under the policy with a valid medical exemption will not be required to attend a vaccine education program but must undergo regular rapid antigen testing.

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