*REVISED* Oracle Database Programmers, Geoscience, College of Sciences (Part-Time or Full-Time, and Remote) [R0127167] 

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Job Description

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Oracle Database Programmers, Geoscience, College of Sciences (Part-Time or Full-Time, and Remote) [R0127167] 

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 31,000 students and more than 3,900 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 136,000 degrees, producing more than 120,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada. For more information, visit us online at: http://www.unlv.edu

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY

The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment.

ROLE of the POSITION

Housed in the Department of Geoscience, the UNLV-FIA Information Management Research Group has been federally-funded as a research program since 1998. Our group has partnered with the Research & Development division of the USDA Forest Service to provide data management, analysis solutions, and programming support for the Forest Inventory and Analysis (FIA) National Program, which researches and reports forest trends in the United States. The purpose of this position is to provide advanced system analysis, data modeling, database systems design and implementation, and support for Extract Transform Load (ETL) processes. Responsibilities include developing and updating database products in an Oracle Enterprise environment. The person who fills this position should understand how complex data structures are implemented for best performance and integrity. Primary duties include creating database designs, developing security models, implementing validation and business rules, and developing ETL tools. Additional duties include maintenance and release support for the suite of FIA applications. Two positions are available: (1) a regular full-time position at 100% FTE; and, (2) a fixed-term position based on 75% FTE (with potential for promotion to a full-time position).

NOTE: This position will work remotely from anywhere in the United States.

VACCINATION MANDATE POLICY

Per the , all NSHE employees must be vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved medical or religious waiver request. All candidates for employment must have this information on file with Human Resources prior to their start date. Information about how the policy applies to new hires is now available on the .

*REVISED* QUALIFICATIONS

A minimum of 5 years of experience is required to apply. A Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university is preferred, but not required. The ability to pass a federal background check and obtain and maintain the credentials (i.e., LincPass) to access the federal network and tools is required for this position. Similar work experience, technical skills or relevant certification may be considered in place of a Bachelor's degree.

SALARY RANGE

Salary is competitive with those at similarly situated institutions and commensurate with experience. Position is contingent upon funding.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES

UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the “Find Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the requisition number, “R0127167” in the search box.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

APPLICATION DETAILS

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.

This position will remain open until filled. Materials should be addressed to Gretchen Andrew, Search Committee Chair, and are to be submitted online as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or [email protected].

SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.