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Job Activities

Learn about the most important job activities for Database Administrators. Also, find out how proficient you have to be in each job activity.
Importance*More Info
1.Interacting With Computers100
2.Analyzing Data or Information83
Processing Information83
4.Getting Information78
5.Documenting/Recording Information76
6.Making Decisions and Solving Problems73
7.Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work71
8.Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates69
9.Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge67
10.Provide Consultation and Advice to Others65
* Importance out of 100

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Job Activity Scores

Interacting With Computers
Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
100
76
Enter employee information into a computer databaseWrite software for keeping track of parts in inventorySet up a new computer system for a large multinational company
Analyzing Data or Information
Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
83
73
Determine the location of a lost orderDetermine the interest cost to finance a new buildingAnalyze the cost of medical care services for all hospitals in the country
Processing Information
Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
83
77
Tabulate the costs of parcel deliveriesCalculate the adjustments for insurance claimsCompile data for a complex scientific report
Getting Information
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
78
67
Follow a standard blueprintReview a budgetStudy international tax laws
Documenting/Recording Information
Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
76
53
Record the weights of trucks that use the highwaysDocument the results of a crime scene investigationMaintain information about the use of orbiting satellites for private industry communications
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
73
60
Determine the meal selection for a cafeteriaSelect the location for a major department storeMake the final decision about a company's 5-year plan
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
71
67
Organize a work schedule that is repetitive and easy to planPlan and organize your own activities that often changePrioritize and plan multiple tasks several months ahead
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
69
69
Write brief notes to othersReport the results of a sales meeting to a supervisorCreate a videotaped presentation of a company's internal policies
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
67
70
Keep up with price changes in a small retail storeKeep current on changes in maintenance procedures for repairing sports carsLearn information related to a complex and rapidly changing technology
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
65
59
Work in a position that requires little advising of othersRecommend a new software package to increase operational efficiencyProvide ideas for changing an organization to increase profitability