Theocc

Theocc

Manager, Database Administration

Chicago - 125 S Franklin

Sponsorship not specified$130k-$185kDetected 30 days ago
SQLPostgreSQLLinuxAccountingExcelHRISCustomer SupportLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationMicrosoft Office

About the role

  • To be considered for this position, applications and resumes are accepted only through our careers site by directly applying to the posted job.
  • We do not accept unsolicited resumes or sales solicitations from staffing agencies.
  • Any OCC employee wishing to submit a referral must do so through their Workday account.

Responsibilities

  • This role manages day to day activities of database administration staff in support of all databases for projects and production.
  • Manages the availability and usability of corporate databases in accordance with requirements
  • Manages database department efforts in support of project teams, review and approve proposed changes by project teams to the logical database design and approve changes to Corporation's databases
  • Provides timely support to all production databases
  • Manages activities with other departments (e.g. information technology, unix administration, technical support, production automation, project office, etc.)
  • Maintain a high level of leadership and management
  • Develop, publish and maintain a department assessment consisting of Departmental Mission/Function, Performance Standards, Goals and Objectives, Strengths and Weaknesses
  • Develop and communicate a challenging, clear and measurable Performance Review for each in-line management staff member; assist in the development, review and approval of clear and measurable Performance Review and Employee Development Plans for all staff members and provide regular and constructive feedback regarding the achievements of expectations
  • Hold regular staff meetings to keep employees informed regarding relevant industry, corporate, departmental issues, projects and concerns; support staff decisions and give recognition of accomplishments; and encourage cooperation, collaboration and teamwork within staff and team members
  • Initiate, manage and participate in corporate projects or departmental initiatives

Requirements

  • The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
  • [Required] Broad knowledge of different SQL databases such as DB2, Sybase, Informix, SQL Server, EDB and Postgres SQL
  • [Required] Iin-depth knowledge of how database department fits into development lifecycle
  • [Required] Experience with Microsoft Office desktop tools (Project, Word, Excel)
  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily.
  • [Required] Excellent communication skills, analytical abilities, strong judgement and management skills, and ability to work with customers, managers and staff

Skills

  • [Required] Experience with multiple database management system technologies across two or more operating systems
  • Education and/or Experience:
  • [Required] Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science or a related discipline
  • [Required] 3+ years of managing all areas of a database group
  • [Required] 7+ experience in database and data administration
  • Certificates or Licenses:
  • [Preferred] Cloud certification
  • The Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) is the world's largest equity derivatives clearing organization.
  • More information about OCC is available at www.theocc.com.
  • A highly collaborative and supportive environment developed to encourage work-life balance and employee wellness.
  • Some of these components include:
  • A hybrid work environment, up to 2 days per week of remote work

Compensation

  • The salary range listed for any given position is exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. If hired at OCC, your final base salary compensation will be determined by factors such as skills, experience and/or education.
  • In addition, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.
  • We typically do not hire at the maximum of the range in order to allow for future and continued salary growth. We also offer a substantial benefits package as noted on www.theocc.com/careers
  • $130,400.00 - $185,300.00
  • Incentive Range
  • Develop, manage, monitor and revise annual departmental operating budget in accordance with Accounting guidelines

Benefits

  • Tuition Reimbursement to support your continued education
  • Technology Stipend allowing you to use the device of your choice to connect to our network while working remotely
  • Generous PTO and Parental leave
  • Competitive health benefits including medical, dental and vision

Company info

  • Founded in 1973, OCC is dedicated to promoting stability and market integrity by delivering clearing and settlement services for options, futures and securities lending transactions.
  • OCC has more than 100 clearing members and provides central counterparty (CCP) clearing and settlement services to 19 exchanges and trading platforms.
  • As a Systemically Important Financial Market Utility (SIFMU), OCC operates under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.

Equal opportunity

  • OCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This listing is sourced directly from Theocc's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.