How do they match: Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technicians

  • Computer-Aided Design and Drafting Geographic Information Systems Technician
  • GIS Application Specialist
  • Geographic Information Systems Application Specialist
  • Geospatial Engineer

  • 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.

  • Apply three-dimensional (3D) or four-dimensional (4D) technologies to geospatial data to allow for new or different analyses or applications.
  • Conduct research, data analysis, systems design, or support for software such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or Global Positioning Systems (GPS) mapping software.
  • Confer with users to analyze, configure, or troubleshoot applications.
  • Create, analyze, report, convert, or transfer data, using specialized applications program software.
  • Design or prepare graphic representations of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data, using GIS hardware or software applications.
  • Design, program, or model Geographic Information Systems (GIS) applications or procedures.
  • Develop specialized computer software routines, internet-based Geographic Information Systems (GIS) databases, or business applications to customize geographic information.
  • Document, design, code, or test Geographic Information Systems (GIS) models, internet mapping solutions, or other applications.
  • Make recommendations regarding upgrades, considering implications of new or revised Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software, equipment, or applications.
  • 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 geospatial data building, modeling, or analysis, using advanced spatial analysis, data manipulation, or cartography software.
  • Perform integrated or computerized Geographic Information Systems (GIS) analyses to address scientific problems.
  • Provide technical support to users or clients regarding the maintenance, development, or operation of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) databases, equipment, or applications.
  • Recommend procedures, equipment, or software upgrades to increase data accessibility or ease of use.

  • Analyze Geographic Information Systems (GIS) data for use in green applications.
  • Design computer modeling or simulation programs.
  • Design software applications.
  • Design integrated computer systems.
  • Provide technical support for software maintenance or use.
  • Recommend changes to improve computer or information systems.
  • Test software performance.
  • Train others in computer interface or software use.
  • Troubleshoot issues with computer applications or systems.
  • Update computer database information.
  • Write computer programming code.