IT DATABASE ANALYST CLASS PURPOSE To design, install, and maintain databases; ensures the security, quality, and integrity of data resources; performs related work. GENERAL INFORMATION This is the career level. At this level incumbents are highly trained, seasoned professionals, able to perform the full range of hands-on functions in the design, analysis, installation, maintenance, and security of database systems. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS At this level, incumbents are fully knowledgeable in all aspects of database administration, design, and installation. They apply their knowledge of database design considerations and the operating interrelationships among databases, business applications, and the operating systems to complete their assignments. They have a high degree of technical expertise to work independently on all elements of design projects. May have supervisory responsibilities over a small technical staff. EXAMPLES OF WORK (May include but is not limited to): Designs, develops, installs, and tests new, enhanced, or purchased database systems; assures compatibility and efficiency of database applications through ongoing system monitoring and evaluation; prepares and updates data models and develops standards for updating the data dictionary; provides technical expertise on database management systems to clients, management, and IT personnel; develops security requirements for all on-line applications. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience: using data modeling concepts and database definitions; using database design techniques; testing and debugging databases; generating and maintaining database management systems; applying security concepts while designing and maintaining database structure’s data integrity; interacting with clients to analyze client needs.