Senior Database Administrator

Department: Information Technology

About Us:

Ballard Spahr is a renowned national law firm with 600 lawyers and more than
500 business professionals and paralegals across 15 offices in the United
States. A career at Ballard Spahr offers a diverse group of mentors,
colleagues, friends, and strong leadership that provides support and
encouragement for career growth.

We are seeking a SQL Server Database Administrator to support our SQL Server
database systems in test and production environments, both on-premise and in
the cloud. Other responsibilities include ensuring backups are performed
properly, monitoring performance and key system resources, and
establishing and enforcing database policies.

Come and work for a firm where our team is committed to revolutionizing the
practice of law and client service through cutting-edge technology. Our
dedication to innovation has been recognized by The Legal Intelligencer, The
Financial Times, BTI Consulting Group, and the National Law Journal.

Why Join Us?

Innovative Work Environment: Become part of a forward-thinking firm that
enjoys substantial support and visibility from the firms executive
leadership.

Professional Development: Take advantage of continuous learning
opportunities and avenues for career growth.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Join a Business Resource Group and
share cultural, experiential, or job-related interests, experiences,
and/or backgrounds.

Impactful Contributions: Play a pivotal role in developing industry-leading
solutions that make a significant difference in legal practice and client
service.

Your Role:

As a Senior Database Administrator within our Information Technology
Department, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Designing, configuring, and supporting database servers

Monitoring and troubleshooting to effectively diagnose database problems

Documenting all programs & systems, including system changes and
maintenance plans

Planning for future SQL database needs

Working with the applications team on the installation and testing of
prospective applications and making recommendations for implementation.

What Were Looking For:

Energetic, detail-oriented individuals who are able to manage multiple
priorities and understand the cycle of a transaction.

Proactive self-starters with demonstrated experience maintaining high quality
work products in a fast-paced environment and within time constraints.

Strong writing and proofreading skills, oral communication skills,
research, organizational and interpersonal skills.

A proven track record in preparing project schedules and monitoring deadlines
and deliverables from various project parties.

The ability to work beyond the standard scheduled hours, as needed.

Required Experience:

Four-year college degree or a combination of education and related experience
and 7 years of relevant experience as a database administrator. Previous
experience working in a law firm or professional services environment is
preferred. Certification in MS SQL preferred.

Ballard Spahr offers an excellent benefits package that includes medical,
fertility benefits, travel and lodging expenses, prescription drug,
dental, and vision coverage; life insurance, short and long-term
disability; 401(k) retirement savings plan with a firm contribution and
match; and a generous paid time off program. Additional benefits provided
are health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, and a health
savings account; paid parental leave, firm subsidized emergency child and
elder care services; family and medical leave; employee assistance
program; and a pre-tax transportation program. Time worked in excess of 40
hours per week will be paid at time and one-half of the hourly rate. The
salary range for this position is from $90,000 – $110,000 depending
upon experi

Ready to Grow with Us?

If you are ready to play a vi al role in the Firms success, we encourage
you to apply and be a part of our commitment to excellence.

Ballard Spahr is committed to increasing diversity in the legal profession and
to supporting the communities where we live and work. People from all
backgrounds are valued and integrated into every part of the firm. Diverse
candidates including women, people of color, members of the LGBTQIA