Database Analyst General Overview Responsible for the development and maintenance of databases, ensuring optimum database performance and problem resolution. Analyses and designs code for database access, modification and construction and is also responsible for the tables and data dictionaries as well as the monitoring of standards and procedures. Skill Listing The ideal candidate possesses a combination of skills and experience in a variety of areas. Below is a list of the most commonly sought after skills, with highly sought after examples listed in brackets. This list is meant as a guide only. Technical Skills • Knowledge of relational databases (eg. MS Access, Oracle, Sybase) • Knowledge of database technologies (eg. SQL) • Ability to extract and report from databases • Ability to design databases • Ability to support existing databases • Knowledge of data modeling • Knowledge of data warehousing • Database diagnostics and repair • Data Modeling • Knowledge of database integrity, backup and recovery mechanisms Non-Technical Skills • Ability to prioritize • Project management skills • Interpersonal skills • Client interaction skills • Self-motivation • Analytical skills • Problem solving skills • Ability to conceptualize • Strategic thinking • Methodical approach