HRM Assignment 3

Using the internet, examine five(5) different on-line job services and write a brief evaluation of the services and which do you like best and why.

Different Online Job Services

1. Information Technology manager

Information technology (IT) managers plan, administer and review the acquisition, development, maintenance and use of computer and telecommunications systems within organisations. The IT manager is often the most senior person in the IT department and in large organisations may be called the IT Director or Chief Information Officer.

Duties and Tasks

IT managers may perform the following tasks:
• work out current and future IT needs by consulting with people at all levels about the current work systems and deciding how improvements could be made
• analyse the information needs of an organisation and develop technological solutions to satisfy those needs
• prepare or direct IT policy and plan strategy development
• direct activities to select and install major IT facilities
• oversee the provision of training for users and clients
• direct the integration of IT operations, computer hardware, operating systems, communications, software applications and data processing
• work out priorities for systems developments, maintenance and operations
• control the security aspects of IT systems
• provide advice to other senior managers and boards on IT issues and planning.

http://www.myfuture.edu.au/services/default.asp?FunctionID=5050&ASCO=122411A

2. Database Administrator

A database administrator (DBA) is a person who is responsible for the environmental aspects of a database. The role of a database administrator has changed according to the technology of database management systems (DBMSs) as well as the needs of the owners of the databases. For example, although logical and physical database design is traditionally the duties of a database analyst or database designer, a DBA may be tasked to perform those duties.

Duties

The duties of a database administrator vary and depend on the job description, corporate and Information Technology (IT) policies and the technical features and capabilities of the DBMS being administered. They nearly always include disaster recovery (backups and testing of backups), performance analysis and tuning, data dictionary maintenance, and some database design.

Some of the roles of the DBA may include

• Installation of new software — It is primarily the job of the DBA to install new versions of DBMS software, application software, and other software related to DBMS administration. It is important that the DBA or other IS staff members test this new software before it is moved into a production environment.
• Configuration of hardware and software with the system administrator — In many cases the system software can only be accessed by the system administrator. In this case, the DBA must work closely with the system administrator to perform software installations, and to configure hardware and software so that it functions optimally with the DBMS.
• Security administration — One of the main duties of the DBA is to monitor and administer DBMS security. This involves adding and removing users, administering quotas, auditing, and checking for security problems.
• Data analysis — The DBA will frequently be called on to analyze the data stored in the database and to make recommendations relating to performance and efficiency of that data storage. This might relate to the more effective use of indexes, enabling "Parallel Query" execution, or other DBMS specific features.
• Database design (preliminary) — The DBA is often involved at the preliminary database-design stages. Through the involvement of the DBA, many problems that might occur can be eliminated. The DBA knows the DBMS and system, can point out potential problems, and can help the development team with special performance considerations.
• Data modeling and optimization — By modeling the data, it is possible to optimize the system layouts to take the most advantage of the I/O subsystem.
• Responsible for the administration of existing enterprise databases and the analysis, design, and creation of new databases.
o Data modeling, database optimization, understanding and implementation of schemas, and the ability to interpret and write complex Structured Query Language (SQL) queries
o Proactively monitor systems for optimum performance and capacity constraints
o Establish standards and best practices for SQL
o Interact with and coach developers in SQL scripting

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Database_administrator

3. Web Designer

Web designers are responsible for creating the look and feel of World Wide Web pages for a client's Web site. This involves developing a graphic design that effectively communicates the ideas being promoted by the Web site. A web designer may take part in the initial planning of a Web site, meeting with the client to discuss ideas for the layout and organization of the site, the types of colors or images to use (photos, illustrations, videos, etc.), and other matters concerning overall graphic design. Sometimes a web producer has already developed a basic concept for the web page. In this case it is the web designer's task to create a design that matches the producer's ideas.

http://careers.stateuniversity.com/pages/142/Web-Designer.html

4. Information Technology (IT) Supervisor

Plans, organizes and manages the technical installation, maintenance, enhancement and operation of computer software or system hardware for multiple applications of a complex nature or a large, major application that is vital to program delivery. Understand the business from the perspective of a senior business person and is conversant in the customer’s business language.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Delivers county wide technical leadership specializing in one or more of the following areas:
• Business Application Support: programming, web design and programming, systems development, business analysis, database administration, business application support; systems integration; disaster recovery planning and management.
• Desktop Support: Personal Computer support, service desk environment, network support, software support and training,
• Network Support: Local and wide area networks, infrastructure support, server management, security, telecommunications support
• Manages assigned operations to achieve goals within budgeted funds and available personnel; plans and organizes workloads and staff assignments, reviews progress, directs changes in priorities and schedules as needed to assure work is performed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Participates in planning department training and employee development efforts. Recruits and recommends selection of staff, develops procedures and performance standards, provides training, monitors progress and evaluates employee performance. Works with higher-level manager and Human Resources to address employee and labor relations issues and concerns.
• Prepares and justifies budget for assigned operations based on resource requirements, cost estimates, division objectives and departmental goals. Analyzes the cost/benefit of software updates and /or hardware changes and the impacts on other software and equipment; recommends appropriate action to assure cost-effective, efficient and continued computer services. Prepares and presents information to management, IT steering committee, and/or other audiences. May develop or manage the development of IT training programs for county wide delivery.
• Resolves inquiries, problems, complaints, or emergencies affecting availability or quality of services. Responds to sensitive, technical, or complex inquiries or service complaints.
• Recommends and monitors standards for hardware and software. Recommends future directions or new IT projects. Manages assigned areas for system security, access, including internal and external access, and recovery standards and procedures.
• Plans and coordinates installation of hardware, software, and data communication updates, changes and enhancements.
• Provides technical advice to Information Technology staff and other departments on systems, software, hardware, and data communication. Interfaces with third party technical support personnel and support vendors.
• Researches information technology in order to remain current with information technology and trends.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

http://www.co.thurston.wa.us/communications/Employement/Position/IT%20Supervisor.htm

5. Information Technology Consultant

An IT consultant works in partnership with clients, advising them how to use information technology in order to meet their business objectives or overcome problems. Consultants work to improve the structure and efficiency and of an organsiation's IT systems.
IT consultants may be involved in a variety of activities, including marketing, project management, client relationship management and systems development.
They may also be responsible for user training and feedback. In many companies, these tasks will be carried out by an IT project team. IT consultants are increasingly involved in sales and business development, as well as technical duties.

Task typically involve:
• meeting with clients to determine requirements;
• working with clients to define the scope of a project;
• planning timescales and the resources needed;
• clarifying a client's system specifications, understanding their work practices and the nature of their business;
• travelling to customer sites;
• liaising with staff at all levels of a client organisation;
• defining software, hardware and network requirements;
• analysing IT requirements within companies and giving independent and objective advice on the use of IT;
• developing agreed solutions and implementing new systems;
• presenting solutions in written or oral reports;
• helping clients with change-management activities;
• project managing the design and implementation of preferred solutions;
• purchasing systems where appropriate;
• designing, testing, installing and monitoring new systems;
• preparing documentation and presenting progress reports to customers;
• organising training for users and other consultants;
• being involved in sales and support and, where appropriate, maintaining contact with client organisations;

• identifying potential clients and building and maintaining contacts.

http://www.prospects.ac.uk/p/types_of_job/it_consultant_job_description.jsp

For me, among the five online jobs that I like best is the WEB DESIGNER because it is responsible for creating the look of the web site. In this job you could show your skill in terms of designing and It is also fun because you could be able to do some things you want using your talent and your imagination and creativity. I hope this would be my future job someday.