Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title
APEX Programmer/Oracle Database Administrator

Role Title
Info Technology Specialist II

Role Code
39112-SW

FLSA
Exempt

Pay Band
05

Position Number
29500449

Agency
Tidewater Community College

Division
Tidewater Community College (Div)

Work Location
Norfolk - 710

Hiring Range
$80,000 - $115,000, commensurate w/ experience

Emergency/Essential Personnel
No

EEO Category
2-Professionals

Full Time or Part Time
Full Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
No

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
No

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM.

Sensitive Position
No

Job Description

This position will work on multiple complex projects to support the development and maintenance of complex information systems supporting the administrative functions of Tidewater Community College using Oracle APEX. Tasks include serving as lead APEX Programmer for complex financial, academic, and administrative applications, serves as Oracle Database Administrator and APEX administrator which includes installing patches and upgrades on both systems.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Substantial knowledge of Oracle (current release) database administration, including patching.
• Substantial knowledge of Oracle Apex instance and workspace management, including installations and upgrades.
• Ability to develop complex computer and web applications to meet functional requirements of business processes with Oracle APEX or equivalent.
• Substantial knowledge of application analysis and programming techniques.
• Advanced knowledge of personal computers, operating systems and desktop computer applications including Windows 10/11 and Microsoft Office 365.
• Ability to analyze complex business processes, interpret users' needs and evaluate alternative solutions.
• Ability to understand program coding and logically apply it.
• Ability to troubleshoot and debug complex programs quickly.
• Ability to handle multiple, complex programs simultaneously while meeting day-to-day needs and periodic deadlines.
• Ability to work independently or as a member of a team with direct supervision.
• Ability to provide periodic updates and progress reports to supervisor in written and oral formats for yourself and subordinates who report to you.
• Ability to communicate effectively at a technical and end-user level both orally and in writing.
• Ability to develop procedures and written documentation for complex information systems.
• Ability to install and configure web server software such as Apache Tomcat and SSL Certificates
• Knowledge of backup and restoration procedures and performance monitoring
• Substantial experience with Client/Server development tools such as TOAD, SQL Developer, Jasper Reports.
• Extensive experience in writing, testing, and debugging complex computer programs.

Additional Considerations

• Substantial knowledge of business processes and administrative functions in a large educational environment.
• Ability to provide technical leadership and training to less experienced personnel.

Operation of a State Vehicle
No

Supervises Employees
No

Required Travel

No

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
CLS_4609P

Recruitment Type
General Public - G

Number of Vacancies
1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date
07/23/2026

Job Close Date
08/06/2026

Open Until Filled

Agency Website
tcc.edu

Contact Name

Email

Phone Number

Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information

Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/98873