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Database Administrators

Administer, test, and implement computer databases, applying knowledge of database management systems. Coordinate changes to computer databases. May plan, coordinate, and implement security measures to safeguard computer databases.

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Parachute skills

  1. Program - Data (5.00)
  2. Pay attention to details - Data (4.47)
  3. Use my brain - Data (4.37)
  4. Develop, improve - Data (4.31)
  5. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (4.30)
  6. Follow through, get things done - People (4.07)
  7. Create, innovate, invent - Data (4.02)
  8. Plan - Data (3.82)
  9. Consult - People (3.77)
  10. Use my intuition - Data (3.75)
  11. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (3.68)
  12. Convey warmth and empathy - People (3.67)
  13. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (3.67)
  14. Organize, classify - Data (3.62)
  15. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.62)
  16. Solve problems - Data (3.61)
  17. Listen - People (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Critical Thinking (3.50)
  2. Monitoring (3.50)
  3. Complex Problem Solving (3.50)
  1. Problem Sensitivity (3.75)
  2. Information Ordering (3.62)
  3. Oral Comprehension (3.50)
  4. Deductive Reasoning (3.50)
  5. Inductive Reasoning (3.50)
  1. Attention to Detail (4.47)
  2. Integrity (4.44)
  3. Analytical Thinking (4.37)
  4. Dependability (4.36)
  5. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.14)
  6. Initiative (4.13)
  7. Stress Tolerance (4.12)
  8. Persistence (4.07)
  9. Innovation (4.02)
  10. Achievement/Effort (3.99)
  11. Independence (3.97)
  12. Cooperation (3.94)
  13. Self Control (3.81)
  14. Concern for Others (3.67)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Interacting With Computers (5.00)
  2. Processing Information (4.31)
  3. Analyzing Data or Information (4.30)
  4. Getting Information (4.12)
  5. Documenting/Recording Information (4.02)
  6. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (3.93)
  7. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.82)
  8. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (3.77)
  9. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (3.68)
  10. Provide Consultation and Advice to Others (3.61)
  11. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.56)
  12. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.54)
  1. Use Spreadsheet Software (5.00)
  2. Use Word Processing Or Desktop Publishing Software (5.00)
  3. Operate Computer Networks (5.00)
  4. Write Computer Software, Programs, Or Code (5.00)
  5. Install Hardware, Software, Or Peripheral Equipment (5.00)
  6. Program Mainframe Computer (5.00)
  7. Revise Or Correct Errors In Computer Programs, Software, Or Systems (5.00)
  8. Test Computer Programs Or Systems (5.00)
  9. Use Geographical Information System (Gis) Software (5.00)
  10. Use Computer Programming Language (5.00)
  11. Use Computer Application Flow Charts (5.00)
  12. Use Computers To Enter, Access Or Retrieve Data (5.00)
  13. Develop Or Maintain Databases (5.00)
  14. Adjust Computer Operation System (5.00)
  15. Install Computer Programs (5.00)
  16. Implement Computer System Changes (5.00)
  17. Use Relational Database Software (5.00)
  18. Develop Or Maintain Budgeting Databases (5.00)
  19. Maintain Client-Server Database (5.00)
  20. Develop Tables Depicting Data (4.31)
  21. Analyze Programs Using Workflow Chart Or Diagram (4.30)
  22. Evaluate Computer System User Requests Or Requirements (4.30)
  23. Plan Computer Security Measures (3.82)
  24. Confer With Personnel To Discuss Security Violations Or Programming (3.77)
  25. Use Computer Networking Technology (3.68)
  26. Follow Data Security Procedures (3.68)
  27. Follow Data Storage Procedures (3.68)
  28. Use Interpersonal Communication Techniques (3.68)
  29. Use Knowledge Of Mainframe Computers (3.68)
  30. Use Object-Oriented Computer Programming Techniques (3.68)
  31. Use Structural Analysis Techniques To Analyze Computer Systems (3.68)
  32. Use Mathematical Or Statistical Methods To Identify Or Analyze Problems (3.68)
  33. Use Project Management Techniques (3.68)
  34. Provide Technical Support To Computer Users (3.61)
  35. Monitor Computer Operation (3.54)