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Computer and Information Systems Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.

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17 tasks16 core, 1 supplemental
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ManagementOne of its 59 occupations
Code
11-3021.00SOC 2018: 11-3021

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16 core tasks and 1 supplemental, each quoted as published, with the survey it came from.

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  1. Task 1. Direct daily operations of department, analyzing workflow, establishing priorities, developing standards and setting deadlines.Core taskTask 968Rated by 76 people who do the job, July 2016
  2. Task 2. Meet with department heads, managers, supervisors, vendors, and others, to solicit cooperation and resolve problems.Core taskTask 975Rated by 76 people who do the job, July 2016
  3. Task 3. Review project plans to plan and coordinate project activity.Core taskTask 978Rated by 75 people who do the job, July 2016
  4. Task 4. Assign and review the work of systems analysts, programmers, and other computer-related workers.Core taskTask 969Rated by 76 people who do the job, July 2016
  5. Task 5. Provide users with technical support for computer problems.Core taskTask 15198Rated by 76 people who do the job, July 2016
  6. Task 6. Develop computer information resources, providing for data security and control, strategic computing, and disaster recovery.Core taskTask 971Rated by 76 people who do the job, July 2016
  7. Task 7. Recruit, hire, train and supervise staff, or participate in staffing decisions.Core taskTask 977Rated by 76 people who do the job, July 2016
  8. Task 8. Stay abreast of advances in technology.Core taskTask 970Rated by 76 people who do the job, July 2016
  9. Task 9. Consult with users, management, vendors, and technicians to assess computing needs and system requirements.Core taskTask 967Rated by 76 people who do the job, July 2016
  10. Task 10. Develop and interpret organizational goals, policies, and procedures.Core taskTask 976Rated by 76 people who do the job, July 2016
  11. Task 11. Evaluate the organization's technology use and needs and recommend improvements, such as hardware and software upgrades.Core taskTask 973Rated by 76 people who do the job, July 2016
  12. Task 12. Review and approve all systems charts and programs prior to their implementation.Core taskTask 972Rated by 76 people who do the job, July 2016
  13. Task 13. Prepare and review operational reports or project progress reports.Core taskTask 980Rated by 76 people who do the job, July 2016
  14. Task 14. Evaluate data processing proposals to assess project feasibility and requirements.Core taskTask 979Rated by 76 people who do the job, July 2016
  15. Task 15. Control operational budget and expenditures.Core taskTask 974Rated by 76 people who do the job, July 2016
  16. Task 16. Purchase necessary equipment.Core taskTask 981Rated by 76 people who do the job, July 2016
  17. Task 17. Manage backup, security and user help systems.Supplemental taskTask 966Rated by 76 people who do the job, July 2016

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  2. Classification
    Standard Occupational Classification 2018, 11-3021
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