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The Perfect Job
Since I am no longer tethered, I can talk about my perfect job without fear of offending.
Company Size I don't necessarily care how big the company is, but I know the bigger it is, the more bureaucratic it gets. Small usually means more nimble. I like large companies because that's a lot of people to get to know. Culture Casual. Definitely casual. I've been spoiled the last 6 months...shorts, t-shirt and flip-flops to work everyday. I met a recruiter the other day and I actually had to wear (long) pants and a button-up shirt. Yuk. I like to dress up...just not every day. Cursing. Have to have cursing.  More points if you add in a swear jar. Even professional. I want to work with people who have Jedi skills. I want to work with Good Lazy people, not Bad Lazy. Benefits Health Insurance, 401k plans, vacation time...all of those are important. On site gym? WIN! Even though I fail to go, it's nice to have that option. That was one of the big selling points in moving to Tampa. WellCare had a massive (to me anyway) campus, weight room, basketball and racquetball courts. They even had a softball field. The last place I worked had a great gym and a car wash guy that came every week or so (though I never partook). Environment This definitely crosses path with some of the other categories, but I decided to create a new one because I wasn't sure exactly where it fit. By environment, I mean your desk set up. Must haves: --2 or more 21 inch monitors --kick ass desktop machine --a very nice chair. If I spend a lot of time in that thing, in better be comfortable. --Ergonomic keyboard. I've been using Microsoft's Natural Keyboard (the rounded one) since I started using a computer in 1996 or 1997. I even take it to work if they don't provide one. I left mine at the last place and sent a frantic email to the HR lady to retrieve it for me. +1 if this is your setup.  Location I don't want to work at home all of the time, but I do want to be close. Spending more than an hour on the road a day is a waste of time. Traffic sucks too. The past couple of months I would have baseball practice at 6:30 on Mondays and Tuesdays which means I had to leave the office no later than 5:15. I'd then swing by home, pick up LC in the driveway and off to practice we went. Thursdays were similar with tutoring at 6. I'd also like to be able to work from home once in awhile. Some places never let you do it...I work a lot and I get into the zone at night typically. If you don't want to allow me to work from home once in awhile, why should I work at home at all? More than anything I just want the flexibility. So what's your perfect job? Anything like mine? ¶ 10/28/2009 05:46:00 PM 8 Comments Links to this post  
Free Oracle Developer/dba
There is a serious lack of work in the Tampa market and desperate times call for desperate measures.
Now, I've always wanted to do this, but was never in a position to do so financially...I'm still not, but something is way better than nothing. I'm going to offer my services for free. Not forever mind you, somewhere between 2 and 4 weeks. It is negotiable. If it works out, i.e. you like what I can bring to your organization, I prove that I pick new systems up quickly and I fit in well with your team; and I like working in your organization, then you pay me for that time worked and I sign up full-time either as a permanent employee or some sort of contract. If it doesn't work out, we part ways and no one is worse for wear. You get free work from me and I get to experience a new environment (i.e. meet new people, expand my network, etc). You can view my resume here (permanent link up top coming soon). Some basic highlights: PL/SQL: Expert (I don't like that term) DBA: Junior to Mid-level (or DBA in lowercase, "dba") APEX: Worked with up to version 3.2, admittedly rusty, but passionate about the product. Design: Love modeling data. Model just about everything in my head (in normal life). Use Visio extensively for visual representations. Experience with SQL Developer Data Modeler, ERwin, etc. Documentation: Give me a wiki or something similar and I'll document just about everything that I do. That's it. Contact info is on my resume or up top on the "email" icon. It's now posted on craigslist as well. Labels: database, dba, development, jobs, plsql, work ¶ 10/27/2009 12:25:00 PM 3 Comments Links to this post
"They're just not working out..."
Yup, let's stop the clock.
189 days isn't so bad is it?  Read the timeline for more info on my brief stint in Tampa. ¶ 10/16/2009 04:31:00 PM 2 Comments Links to this post
Job: Oracle DBA
This one is from a recruiter (seems to make a difference to some). I believe this position is in the Lakeland, FL area. If you are at all interested, let me know at chet at oraclenerd.
Job Title: Oracle DBA ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: Provide installation, configuration and instance management on Corporate Oracle Databases and support SQL / PLSQL development. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES None listed. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Labels: jobs ¶ 8/25/2009 02:46:00 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Job: Contract Data Warehouse DBA
This is from a former colleague of mine. If you are interested, drop me a line or apply directly through their web site.
Contract Data Warehouse DBA needed to work with one of the world’s largest Data Warehouses! Catalina Marketing is directly (i.e. this is not a recruiter, well...a Catalina Marketing Recruiter) seeking a Data Warehouse DBA to participate in our world renowned Netezza Data Warehouse, nearly a petabyte in size! This would be a 3-6 month contract role with an opportunity for a full-time position at the end of the contract period. This Data Warehouse DBA is responsible for enterprise-wide administration of a Netezza Data Warehouse. Responsibilities include database administration, data modeling, and ETL support. QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: Bachelors' degree or equivalent experience EXPERIENCE: - 2+ years DBA experience with a Data Warehouse and significant ETL experience. - Expertise in the following areas is required: Data modeling, star schema database design, SQL, UNIX (AIX, linux), Korn shell, bash, C/C++ programming, design & implementation based on established standards, database backup and recovery; database connectivity and security, software development lifecycle including requirements gathering, design, coding, testing and production support. Nice to have areas include: performance monitoring and tuning; disk space management; software patches and upgrades; automate manual tasks; conduct database training; provide on-call support & troubleshoot technical issues. SPECIAL SKILLS: Netezza, ERwin ER Diagramming Tool, AutoSys Job Scheduling Tool - SyncSort for unix - SAS • Exposure to Business Intelligence tools (MicroStrategy, Hyperion IRS query and reporting tool) • Application Development experience preferred The intent of this job description is to describe the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be required to perform other job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. Labels: jobs ¶ 8/25/2009 10:54:00 AM 0 Comments Links to this post
(Old) Social Media and Travis Page
Driving home on Wednesday listing to the local AM station, 970 WFLA, there was an announcement for the radio resumes and the most recent winner, Travis Page.
Travis then came on air, told us a little about himself and what he was looking for. I couldn't believe it when I heard Database Technologies. Really? On the radio? I couldn't believe it. When I got home I had to check this guy out. First thing I wanted to know, was he an Oracle guy or a Microsoft guy. Reading through his resume I found that he did have a little bit of Oracle, but he was obviously focused on SQL Server. Boo. I had to give the guy credit though. I look(ed) for jobs through twitter, dice, monster, etc., pretty much all the places where you didn't have to talk. This guy used the radio. The radio isn't new, or shiny. Perhaps it can be shiny...but I digress. So I dropped Travis a line telling him about tonight's SOUG meeting and encouraged him to attend. Sure enough he did. I love that kind of dedication. I've tried to help people in the past only to see them ignore my advice. So, if you're in the Tampa Bay area and looking for a junior developer, either Oracle or SQL Server (ugh), call Travis immediately for an interview. We talked for a bit after the meeting and seems like a very genuine guy (plus, he showed up!). Besides his little SQL Server problem, I think a company could find good use out of a guy like him. Resourceful and dedicated are two very good traits to have in an employee. If you missed it up above, you can find Travis' resume here. ¶ 7/24/2009 12:13:00 AM 0 Comments Links to this post
Jobs: Senior Oracle DBA (Datawarehousing)
Anyone looking to move down to sunny Florida?
Email (chet dot justice at the gmail) or leave a comment and I'll pass along the contact information to you. Job Responsibility: ...seeking a senior level Oracle Datawarehousing DBA to support Oracle 10g in a datawarehouse environment. You will be one of two DBA's supporting databases in excess of 6 Terabytes. This is a production/ application environment and requires 24/7 support. The DBA will be responsible for all Oracle database administration and programming efforts on the Data Warehouse database system. This includes installing Oracle 10g, Oracle RAC, partitioning, ETL and purge efforts. Should be proficient writing stored procedures/triggers and understand how to tune those stored procedures to be able to run without impacting the production system. Job Requirement: - Most important requirement is that you have experience as a Senior Oracle DBA in a UNIX Data warehouse environment and proficient in an Oracle 10g environment. - Must have the skills to support multiple Unix systems - Strong Unix shell scripting experience - Oracle software installation and patch management. - Must have experience with RAC, Oracle encryption, PL/SQL programming, RMAN and backup and recovery. - Must have experience with Database cloning, partitioning, Oracle auditing, materialized views and VLDB performance tuning. ¶ 3/10/2009 04:40:00 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Looking for Oracle Financials Support
My company is currently seeking a company/individual to support and maintain our Oracle Financials application.
The company is in St. Petersburg (check my LinkedIn profile for specifics). Leave a comment or email me. ¶ 2/11/2009 11:55:00 PM 2 Comments Links to this post
Looking...Again!
Not once, not twice, but three times in one year!
So if you know anyone who needs an ORACLENERD, forward them on! Thanks. ¶ 12/26/2008 02:21:00 PM 8 Comments Links to this post
Need Part Time Work?
My little monster Kate has suggested that she may need Growth Hormones to catch up. She turned 4 years old last Saturday (12/13) and she's a tad on the small side.
The doctor said that she was small for her gestational age (36 weeks, 17 inches long). She's been growing, despite the steroids (inhibit growth) she took most of her first two and a half years, just very slowly. She needs to catch up. Kris was told by the doctor that this could cost anywhere from 15 to 20K per year. Naturally insurance doesn't cover it. But we will appeal. Seriously, Kate's not getting college money or wedding money from me. Being salaried, I can't earn any more money at work. So I'm asking all 12 of my usual readers if they have any work or know of anyone looking for a fairly rounded Oracle type like me. Strong developer skills, juniorish DBA skills, strong (if rusty) ApEx skills. I'll even throw a little Java in there (keyword, little). Twenty to thirty hours a month if possible. Any leads you could throw me would be great too. I'm actually very delightful in person. Especially if I can tell the tales of woe in regards to Kate (don't think I won't pull out the sympathy card). ;) ¶ 12/21/2008 10:47:00 PM 4 Comments Links to this post
Job: Oracle DBA in Tampa
Here's another one. If interested, leave a comment (I won't publish) or email me, chet dot justice at the google mail domain (does this spelling out really work?).
DESCRIPTION:The Database Analyst provides database administration support for production, development, and test environments to include day-to-day monitoring and maintenance, problem investigation and resolution, backup creation and maintenance, SQL and database optimization and tuning as well as researching, analyzing, and recommending patches, upgrades, and new technologies surrounding all aspects of data management using relational databases. RESPONSIBILITIES:* Provide support for all Oracle database environments to include problem identification, reporting, tracking, analysis, and resolution. * Research and analyze all assigned anomalies - record, track and log all findings and recommendations. * Participate in production on-call rotation (one week at a time of 7x24 on-call support for production environments). * Monitor database performance and space utilization – investigate and resolve reported issues. * Establish, maintain, and monitor database backups and DRP sites. * Establish, maintain, and monitor database security, roles, user-role assignments, and individual logins per company security policies and procedures. * Establish and maintain data replication as required for each application. * Assist project teams in setting up and testing development, test, and production environments. * Research, analyze, and recommend patches, tools, and/or database upgrades to resolve issues and add features/functionality. * Architect, design, and implement replication and/or data synchronization. * Assist project teams in designing efficient data access methods and procedures, including data structures (physical data modeling), SQL techniques, and use of database tools/utilities. * Provide technical leadership to the DBA team by assisting junior team members and sharing knowledge and research of tools/techniques, and Oracle features. * Serve as team liaison to project managers for database administration and system administration services. REQUIREMENTS:* 7 years Oracle database administration experience to include versions 9I and 10G. * 7 years SQL experience with expert-level skills in the SQL language. * 3 years near-real time replication experience - any tool (streams, golden gate, etc). * 1 year RAC or ASM experience. * RMAN/Legato backup experience. * 4 year BS or BA degree required in a computer related field or 6 years of directly related work experience in a large-scale IT environment. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:* PL/SQL development experience. * Oracle advanced replication, streams, or Golden Gate replication. * Oracle Application Server (not Oracle Applications 11i). * Experience in Oracle RAC (10G). * Experience in Oracle Advanced Security & Data Encryption. * Transparent application failover. ¶ 9/26/2008 11:34:00 AM 0 Comments Links to this post
Jobs: Data Architect/Software Developer
Does anyone get anything out of me posting jobs? For or against?
So I like helping people out? What's wrong with that? ;) I will receive no money from this... This is a job I never interviewed for. I did a phone screen with the Recruiter (a Chase Paymentech recruiter), but I received an offer from Revolution Money later that afternoon and accepted. She found me resume on Monster and when I read it (the font size was like 72!), I thought this was tailor made for me. Either post a comment (I won't publish it) or email me at chet dot justice at gmail for contact information. Here are the requirements: Data Architect/Software Developer will work as part of a team to refractor Chase Paymentech's current data structures and design new solutions. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Oracle Developer who is looking to move into a Data Architect role. Bachelor's degree with major in Computer Science with seven years of progressive development experience. Ideal candidate will have experience working in an Oracle environment with OLAP and DSS databases along with strong PL/SQL coding skills. This position also requires strong data modeling skills and knowledge of Informatica and database release process in order to be successful. Candidate should be able to demonstrate experience in a mentoring or training role. I will add that this position is new and so is the "department." It's kind of "start-uppy" within this giant organization. That's something that really appealed to me. ¶ 9/04/2008 10:10:00 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
Jobs: ETL Developer
This position is in Tampa, Florida. If you are interested you can email me at chet dot justice at gmail.
Position Description: · Develop and implement applications that support the business strategy of measuring and optimizing performance · Support existing data warehouse applications and users Mandatory Skills/Experience · 2+ years experience working on data warehouse/data integration solutions · 2+ years working with vendor ETL tools to design/build/test (Business Objects Data Integrator XIR2) · 1+ years working with Oracle database; good PL/SQL knowledge · Experience with dimensional data models (star schemas) Preferred Skills/Experience · Java programming experience · Data Quality XIR2 · SQL Server 2005/SSIS · Business Objects Enterprise XIR2 · Crystal Reports XIR2 Labels: database, datawarehouse, jobs, oracle ¶ 8/28/2008 03:54:00 PM 0 Comments Links to this post
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