Geospatial Information Scientists & Technologists
What they do:
Research or develop geospatial technologies. May produce databases, perform applications programming, or coordinate projects. May specialize in areas such as agriculture, mining, health care, retail trade, urban planning, or military intelligence.
On the job, you would:
- Produce data layers, maps, tables, or reports, using spatial analysis procedures or Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology, equipment, or systems.
- Coordinate the development or administration of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) projects, including the development of technical priorities, client reporting and interface, or coordination and review of schedules and budgets.
- Provide technical expertise in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology to clients or users.
Math and Science
Engineering and Technology
Arts and Humanities
Business
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
People and Technology Systems
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Verbal
Ideas and Logic
Math
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People interested in this work like activities that include
ideas, thinking, and figuring things out. They do well at jobs that need:
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You might use software like this on the job: Data base user interface and query software
Analytical or scientific software
Object or component oriented development software
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New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
$79,930
per year, on average
This work is part of the green economy. |
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