Tag: GIS Career and Jobs
GIS Job Listing Sites
Looking for a job in the GIS field? One of the first places to start a search for a GIS job is on job listings sites that specifically list GIS jobs. Not only can you browse for jobs, you can also post resumes on certain sites specializing in employment in the GIS industry. GIS Job [...]
Essential Skills for a GIS Analyst
What skills do you need to be a successful GIS Analyst? Michalis Avraam put together the results of a discussion at the University of Washington that posed the question, “What are the essential skills to succeed as a GIS Analyst?” Avraam breaks down the critical skills into categories: general GIS, database management, programming, project management [...]
To What End, GIS?
Don Meltz blogs his thoughts on the myth of the GIS professional in his post, “GIS is Dead – Long Live GIS“. By comparing GIS to Word Processing, Meltz draws the conclusion that viewing GIS as a profession is outdated and that those looking to getting into GIS as a profession shouldn’t do so. Instead, [...]
Careers in GIS Blog
A relatively new blog, Careers in GIS is run by Todd Schuble. The posts are mainly targeted towards job seekers with tips and advice on finding a job in GIS. Recent posts discuss where to look to find jobs online, using social media to stay current on the GIS field and networking in GIS. For [...]
GeoJobs Network
GeoJobs Network provides a place to find GIS jobs around the world by connecting employers with job seekers. Registration and resume posting is free to job seekers. Companies that are on a pay plan will be featured on the front page to let anyone who visits know who they are and what they do. Job [...]
