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Web Administrator I. What they do: A.Develop and design a company’s website B.Ensure that the web servers, hardware, and software are operating correctly C.Review and update web content and links in a timely manner D.Back-up data and monitor systems for security intrusions Copyright © Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved.

Web Administrator II. Tools they use: A.Desktop or laptop computers B.Web servers C.Graphics and photo imaging software D.Application and operating system software Copyright © Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved.

Web Administrator III. Working conditions: A.Indoors in environmentally controlled conditions B.Involves sitting at desks for long periods of time C.Involves phone, , and face-to-face meetings with clients D.Often requires long hours to complete projects and meet deadlines Copyright © Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved.

Web Administrator IV. Who they work for: A.Large and small companies and organizations B.Hospitals and other health related facilities C.Educational systems D.Churches and other non-profit organizations E.Government and law enforcement agencies Copyright © Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved.

Web Administrator V. Training required: A.Bachelor’s degree in computer science or information technology B.Associate’s degree in computer science, information systems, or web development C.Webmaster certification, on-the-job training, or related experience Copyright © Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved.

Web Administrator VI. Skills: A.Ability to write computer programs for various purposes B.Ability to listen, ask questions, and communicate effectively with clients C.Ability to identify strengths and weaknesses of a system D.Ability to identify problems and implement solutions Copyright © Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved.

Web Administrator VII. Knowledge areas: A.Knowledge of computer technology and electronic equipment B.Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques C.Knowledge of business and management principles D.Knowledge of web design techniques Copyright © Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved.

Web Administrator VIII. Income: A.Median income is approximately $79,930 per year (2011) B.Current employment is approximately 210,000 employees (2010) C.Projected job openings between 2010 and 2020 is approximately 51,600 employees Copyright © Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved ?redir=