I’ve read a lot of good blog posts about things people look for in a DBA. A lot of those are skill-related. I think a monkey could do my job if properly trained. Here are a few non-skill related items I’d be looking for if I were hiring a DBA.

• analytical skills
• attention to detail
• aptitude for mathematics
• ability to document processes
• writing skills
• creativity
• problem solving skills
• ability to work with all levels of business users
• ability to translate technical concepts for business users

And if anybody in the Boston area is looking for a DBA with these skills, just let me know.