JOB
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Title:
Database Developer & Systems Analyst
Position Number: ****
CASUAL HIRE
Hiring Unit:
School of Nursing and Dental Hygiene
Location:
Manoa Campus / Honolulu
Date Posted:
June 22, 2026
Closing Date:
July 8, 2026
Salary Range:
Not Displayed
Full Time/Part Time:
50 % to 100% FTE; work hours, variable; 89-Days
Temporary/Permanent:
Temporary
Other Conditions:
Position is expected to begin July 2026 or as mutually acceptable.
Duties and Responsibilities:-
Develops secure database architecture using a commercial no-code platform, that is easily administered by an in-house data specialist.
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Audits and documents all data and reporting requests made across an academic year by various stakeholders.
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Centralizes disparate data formats currently held by multiple parties, integrating them cleanly into a unified database structure.
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Catalogs existing data types, formats, and sources across multiple parties and establishes security protocols based on institutional data governance requirements.
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Designs and implements robust data backup and recovery systems.
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Ensures the system architecture is feature-rich and flexible for a seamless integration with other existing platforms.
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Implements testing procedures to proactively identify and resolve database errors.
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Implements web-accessible data analytics and visualization tools tailored for faculty and staff use.
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Builds specific, reporting templates focused on student retention analytics.
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Creates thorough technical documentation, data dictionaries, and user guides to ensure smooth handoff.
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Trains administrators and users on how to use the system.
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Possession of baccalaureate degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Database Administration, or Management Information System and three (3) years of progressively responsible professional information technology experience with responsibilities for database design, development, and data modeling (e.g., SQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL).
Considerable working knowledge of database design, development, and data modeling as demonstrated by the broad knowledge and understanding of the full range of pertinent standard and evolving information technology concepts, principles and methodology.
Considerable working knowledge and understanding of the broad technology, systems, hardware and software associated with database design, development, and data modeling.
Demonstrated ability to recognize a wide range of intricate problems, use reasoning and logic to determine accurate causes, and apply principles and practices to determine, evaluate, integrate, and implement practical and thorough solutions in an effective and timely manner.
Proven ability to comprehend, interpret and implement administrative directives and guidance to ensure IT operations align with organizational standards and industry best practices.
Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals.
Demonstrated experience in ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes, specifically merging disparate data formats and consolidating decentralized data silos.
Demonstrated experience in building or integrating web front-ends with databases and implementing data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, or custom web-based dashboards).
Demonstrated understanding of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA.).
Desirable Qualifications:
Strong verbal and written skills to translate complex, technical data concepts into actionable advice for non-technical users.
Project experience using any of the following platforms: Airtable, Knack, Smartsheet, Tableau
To Apply:
Click on the “Apply” button on the top right corner of the screen and attach the required documents. Applicants must submit the following:
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Cover letter expressing interest in the position and how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications;
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Current resume;
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Names and contact information (including email address) of three (3) professional references;
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Copy of official transcripts. The original official transcripts will be required at the time of hire.
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Inquiries:
Corie O. Fulgencio-Arre, HR Specialist;
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