How do they match: Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians

  • Assist scientists 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.

  • Conduct research, data analysis, systems design, or support for software such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or Global Positioning Systems (GPS) mapping software.
  • Perform computer programming, data analysis, or software development for Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications, including the maintenance of existing systems or research and development for future enhancements.
  • Perform integrated or computerized Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analyses to address scientific problems.

  • Conduct research to gain information about products or processes.
  • Develop scientific or mathematical models.