Our client in the Insurance Industry is seeking a Team Lead for their Database Engineering team.

　　Job Title: Team Lead: Database Engineering

　　Location: Hartford, CT

　　Pay Range: Up to $138,450 depending on experience

　　What’s the Job?

　　Overview

　　Manages team responsible for database engineering; supervises the Database Engineers responsible for day-to-day support of all data bases and data warehouses. Provides Tier 2 and 3 customer support for all service requests for client-server and Mainframe applications requiring databases.

　　Core Responsibilities

　　Responsible for staff/employee administration (staffing recommendations, performance appraisals, coaching and counseling, work assignments, resource planning, etc.).Trains or provides appropriate training for employees; coaches, provides feedback and support, counsels and motivates employees.

　　Oversees day to day support and service delivery related to the aforementioned function(s).

　　Supervises/oversees project related activities associated with his/her functional responsibilities. Encompasses working with project management professionals (internal and external), as well as self-management of less complex project activities in accordance with established project management processes and procedures.

　　Manages vendor relations for the functions he/she is responsible for; assists with vendor identification and selection, contract negotiation and statement of work (SOW) reviews.

　　Adheres to ITS/SSS policy, process and procedures and proactively seeks opportunities to enhance existing ITS ITIL processes (service requests, incident and problem management, change management, etc.). Develops and refines process and procedures specific to functional responsibilities.

　　Evaluates and recommends technology solutions; participates in decisions regarding purchase and selection, in-house development and modification, assessment and implementation.

　　Contributes to formulation of operational and tactical plans related to the functions he/she is responsible for.

　　Skills Qualifications

　　Required:

　　Strong oral and written communication skills

　　Strong interpersonal skills

　　Ability to prioritize and successfully manage multiple initiatives

　　Analytical and problem solving skills

　　Sound judgment in decision making

　　Proficient in Management of Relational Database Systems and Technologies - specifically SQL Server, DB2 (zOS and Distributed)

　　Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint

　　Quickly assess and address staff related issues or differences

　　Ensures team and individual staff goals are aligned with IT strategic vision

　　Self-motivated individual capable of thinking out of the box

　　Possesses an open minded approach, listens to the opinions of others, strong teamwork mentality, avoids or quickly resolves conflict, and completes tasks in a timely manner

　　Takes a proactive approach to identify areas needing improvement and develops plans to address them

　　Education

　　Required:

　　BS or BA in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field

　　7-10 years of IT experience including supervising team(s) responsible for database administration and support in an enterprise environment or equivalent combination of training and experience

　　ITIL Foundation certificate

　　If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

　　About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells

　　ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

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