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Web Administrators: reported tasks and exploration worksheet

Manage web environment design, deployment, development and maintenance activities. Perform testing and quality assurance of web sites and web applications.

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This source lists 35 tasks, including 34 marked Core and 1 marked Supplemental. Labels and dates are retained below. Employers can combine or divide these responsibilities differently; explore the task itself before assuming it belongs in every version of the role.

Task source dates: 08/2018.

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35 tasks shown

Core · Task 14734 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Monitor systems for intrusions or denial of service attacks, and report security breaches to appropriate personnel.

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Core · Task 14741 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Identify or document backup or recovery plans.

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Core · Task 14731 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Back up or modify applications and related data to provide for disaster recovery.

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Core · Task 14758 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Correct testing-identified problems, or recommend actions for their resolution.

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Core · Task 14748 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Identify, standardize, and communicate levels of access and security.

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Core · Task 14732 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Determine sources of Web page or server problems, and take action to correct such problems.

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Core · Task 14740 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Implement updates, upgrades, and patches in a timely manner to limit loss of service.

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Core · Task 14735 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Implement Web site security measures, such as firewalls or message encryption.

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Core · Task 14737 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Collaborate with development teams to discuss, analyze, or resolve usability issues.

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Core · Task 14750 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Test issues such as system integration, performance, and system security on a regular schedule or after any major program modifications.

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Core · Task 14756 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Perform user testing or usage analyses to determine Web sites' effectiveness or usability.

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Core · Task 14753 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Document application and Web site changes or change procedures.

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Core · Task 14749 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Track, compile, and analyze Web site usage data.

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Core · Task 14738 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Test backup or recovery plans regularly and resolve any problems.

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Core · Task 14751 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Recommend Web site improvements, and develop budgets to support recommendations.

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Core · Task 14733 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Review or update Web page content or links in a timely manner, using appropriate tools.

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Core · Task 14743 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Install or configure Web server software or hardware to ensure that directory structure is well-defined, logical, and secure, and that files are named properly.

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Core · Task 14744 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Gather, analyze, or document user feedback to locate or resolve sources of problems.

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Core · Task 14762 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Set up or maintain monitoring tools on Web servers or Web sites.

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Core · Task 14739 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Monitor Web developments through continuing education, reading, or participation in professional conferences, workshops, or groups.

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Core · Task 14759 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Develop or document style guidelines for Web site content.

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Core · Task 14745 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Develop Web site performance metrics.

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Core · Task 14742 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Collaborate with Web developers to create and operate internal and external Web sites, or to manage projects, such as e-marketing campaigns.

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Core · Task 14746 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Identify or address interoperability requirements.

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Core · Task 14754 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Develop or implement procedures for ongoing Web site revision.

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Core · Task 14761 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Check and analyze operating system or application log files regularly to verify proper system performance.

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Core · Task 14755 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Provide training or technical assistance in Web site implementation or use.

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Core · Task 14764 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Evaluate testing routines or procedures for adequacy, sufficiency, and effectiveness.

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Core · Task 14752 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Inform Web site users of problems, problem resolutions, or application changes and updates.

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Core · Task 14747 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Document installation or configuration procedures to allow maintenance and repetition.

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Core · Task 14763 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Develop testing routines and procedures.

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Core · Task 14765 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Test new software packages for use in Web operations or other applications.

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Core · Task 14760 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Develop and implement marketing plans for home pages, including print advertising or advertisement rotation.

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Core · Task 14757 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Evaluate or recommend server hardware or software.

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Supplemental · Task 14736 · 08/2018 · Occupational Expert

Administer internet or intranet infrastructure, including Web, file, and mail servers.

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