Computer Systems Programmer
AKA: Business Programmer
Converts data from specifications and statements of problems to computer code. |  | | Consults with supervisor, systems analysts, other programmers, and end users to gather information about program intent, functions, features, data requirements, input requirements, output requirements, internal and external checks and controls, hardware and operating system environment, and interfaces with other systems ... designs or writes program specifications based on consultations with supervisor, systems analysts, other programmers, and end users ... converts designs and specifications into computer code ... compiles code into programs and corrects errors detected in compile process ... creates test transactions and runs tests to find errors and confirm program meets specifications ... analyzes code to find causes of errors and revises programs ... writes and maintains documentation of changes to computer code, programs, and specifications ... designs and codes layouts for onscreen user interfaces, printed outputs, and interfaces with other systems ... reviews user and technical documentation written by others to confirm consistency with program operations ... provides technical assistance by responding to inquiries regarding errors, problems, or questions with programs ... revises program for corrections, enhancements, or system environment changes ... trains end users or technical support staff to use and support program ... coordinates with other programmers about program revisions ... modifies and maintains software programs written by others. |
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DataCom Technical Supervisor
AKA: Network Control Supervisor
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in monitoring or installing data communication lines and resolving user data communication problems. | | | Distributes work assignments and monitors daily logs of Network Control Operators ... explains data communications diagnostic and monitoring procedures to operators ... explains and demonstrates installation of data communication lines and equipment to operators ... enters diagnostic commands into computer and determines nature of problem to assist operators to resolve data communication problems ... enters record of actions taken to resolve problem in daily log ... attends staff meetings to report on and resolve recurrent data communications problems ... attends vendor seminars to learn about changes in data communications technology ... interprets company policies to workers and enforces safety regulations ... establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules ... initiates or suggests plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals ... maintains time and production records. |
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Local Area Network Specialist
AKA: LAN Specialist
Installs, configures, and troubleshoots local area computer networks and associated assemblies. | | | Performs analysis of network needs and contributes to design of network architecture, integration, and installation ... installs and maintains local area network hardware and software, including servers, peripherals, network nodes, terminals, and wiring ... evaluates local area network hardware and software requirements and capabilities and makes recommendations ... coordinates installation of hardware and software by others ... provides support to and trains users in local area network administration and usage ... monitors and maintains network stability ... communicates and coordinates network schedule, backups, and downtime to users ... coordinates third-party maintenance for network hardware, software, and telecommunications services ... prepares and maintains documentation of network configurations and cabling layouts. |
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Network Control Operator
Monitors data communications network to ensure that network is available to all system users and resolves data communications problems. | | | Receives telephone call from user with data communications problem such as failure of data to be transmitted to another location ... reviews procedures user followed to determine if specified steps were taken ... explains user procedures necessary to transmit data ... monitors modems and display screen of terminal to mainframe computer to detect error messages that signal malfunction in communications software or hardware ... enters diagnostic commands into computer to determine nature of problem, and reads codes on screen to diagnose problem ... attaches diagnostic equipment to phone line to learn if line meets specification ... reads technical reference manuals for communications hardware and software to learn cause of problem ... instructs user to enter specified commands into computer to resolve problem ... calls service technician for service when problem cannot be resolved ... enters operating commands into computer to restart program ... records number of daily data communications transactions and number of problems and actions taken ... updates documentation to record new equipment installed, new sites, and changes to computer configuration ... inspects communications wires and cables ... trains staff and users to use equipment ... coordinates installation of or installs communications lines. |
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Network Control Supervisor
AKA: Data Communications Technical Supervisor
Supervises and coordinates activities of workers engaged in monitoring or installing data communication lines and resolving user data communication problems. | | | Distributes work assignments and monitors daily logs of Network Control Operators ... explains data communications diagnostic and monitoring procedures to operators ... explains and demonstrates installation of data communication lines and equipment to operators ... enters diagnostic commands into computer and determines nature of problem to assist operators to resolve data communication problems ... enters record of actions taken to resolve problem in daily log ... attends staff meetings to report on and resolve recurrent data communications problems ... attends vendor seminars to learn about changes in data communications technology ... interprets company policies to workers and enforces safety regulations ... establishes or adjusts work procedures to meet production schedules ... initiates or suggests plans to motivate workers to achieve work goals ... maintains time and production records. |
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Network Librarian
AKA: Network Services Librarian, Shared Services Librarian
Manages the operation of a shared library system. | | | Plans upgrading and enhancements for multimember shared library system ... troubleshoots and supervises maintenance of computer equipment and software used in support of shared library system ... consults with member libraries on library applications of shared system ... tests, evaluates, and recommends library automation products ... arranges for and coordinates staff and member training in use and maintenance of shared system ... creates documentation, including print and online, related to use of shared system ... writes and distributes information to member libraries, either print or online, regarding latest enhancements and modifications to shared system ... assists member libraries with problem resolution and systems operations ... assists in preparation of budget projections and financial reports. |
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Network Manager
Directs and coordinates local area computer network activities. | | | Designs, specifies, configures, installs, and maintains local area network hardware, software, and telecommunications services such as personal computers, system software, software applications, printers, servers, routers, bridges, switches, modems, cabling, and Internet service providers ... develops and implements policies and procedures related to network hardware and software acquisition, use, support, security, and backup ... establishes and maintains network users, user environment, directories, and security ... trains users on software and equipment usage ... responds to the needs and questions of network users concerning their access to resources on the network and the operation of various software programs ... develops and communicates standards for use, operations, and security of network, personal computers, and data ... communicates with other departments to report and resolve software, hardware, and operations problems ... consults with department managers to develop system solutions consistent with organizational objectives ... researches and evaluates new technologies ... negotiates contracts with and coordinates activities of hardware, software, telecommunications, support, and training vendors ... installs and tests software upgrades ... collects and analyzes network and memory utilization ... develops and implements disaster recovery procedures. |
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Network Services Librarian
AKA: Network Librarian, Shared Services Librarian
Manages the operation of a shared library system. | | | Plans upgrading and enhancements for multimember shared library system ... troubleshoots and supervises maintenance of computer equipment and software used in support of shared library system ... consults with member libraries on library applications of shared system ... tests, evaluates, and recommends library automation products ... arranges for and coordinates staff and member training in use and maintenance of shared system ... creates documentation, including print and online, related to use of shared system ... writes and distributes information to member libraries, either print or online, regarding latest enhancements and modifications to shared system ... assists member libraries with problem resolution and systems operations ... assists in preparation of budget projections and financial reports. |
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Network Specialist
AKA: Network Technician
Provides network support to operational computer networks. | | | Assembles and configures network components and associated services ... sets up and maintains basic network operations, including assembly of network hardware, and provides assistance to the network administrator ... performs network troubleshooting to isolate and diagnose common network problems ... upgrades network hardware and software components as requires ... installs, upgrades and configures network printing, directory structures, rights, security, software and files services ... provides users with network technical support ... responds to needs and questions of users concerning their access of network resources ... establishes network users, user environments, directories, and security for networks being installed ... installs and tests necessary software and hardware |
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Network Technician
AKA: Network Specialist
Provides network support to operational computer networks. | | | Assembles and configures network components and associated services ... sets up and maintains basic network operations, including assembly of network hardware, and provides assistance to the network administrator ... performs network troubleshooting to isolate and diagnose common network problems ... upgrades network hardware and software components as requires ... installs, upgrades and configures network printing, directory structures, rights, security, software and files services ... provides users with network technical support ... responds to needs and questions of users concerning their access of network resources ... establishes network users, user environments, directories, and security for networks being installed ... installs and tests necessary software and hardware. |
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Shared Services Librarian
AKA: Network Services Librarian, Network Librarian
Manages the operation of a shared library system.
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Wide Area Network Specialist
AKA: WAN Specialist
Installs, configures, and troubleshoots wide area computer networks and associated assemblies. | | | Performs analysis of network needs and contributes to design of network architecture, integration, and installation ... installs and maintains wide area network hardware and software, including servers, peripherals, network nodes, terminals, and wiring ... evaluates wide area network hardware and software requirements and capabilities and makes recommendations ... coordinates installation of hardware and software by others ... provides support to and trains users in wide area network administration and usage ... monitors and maintains network stability ... communicates and coordinates network schedule, backups, and downtime to users ... coordinates third-party maintenance for network hardware, software, and telecommunications services ... prepares and maintains documentation of network configurations and cabling layouts. |
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