Geographic Information Systems Technicians

General Information

Description

Assist scientists, technologists, or related professionals in building, maintaining, modifying, or using geographic information systems (GIS) databases. May also perform some custom application development or provide user support.

Workplace at a Glance

What you can expect to experience while on the job

Responsibility
Exposure to job hazards
Physical activity
Decision making
Repetitiveness
Level of competition
Time pressure

Industry areas

Federal Executive Branch (OES Designation)
Computer Systems Design and Related Services
Management of Companies and Enterprises

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Salary

Average Salary

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$90,270

State-by-state Salary

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$116,920

$62,350

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Education

Most Common Education Levels

People in this career achieve this level of education.

Bachelor's degree 67%
Master's degree 26%
High school 3%
Associate's degree 1%
Post-secondary certificate 1%
Some college 0%
Doctoral degree 0%
Post baccalaureate 0%
Less than high school 0%
Post-doctoral training 0%
Post-master's certificate 0%
First professional degree 0%

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Knowledge

Geography
Computers and Electronics
Mathematics
Design
English Language

Skills at a Glance

Skills helpful in this career

Verbal skills
Critical thinking & problem solving
Equipment operation & maintenance
Math & science skills
Technology design & control
Leadership

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