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GIS (Geographic Information Systems) is the field and technology concerned with capturing, storing, analyzing, and visualizing spatial or geographic data. It is used by urban planners, environmental scientists, logistics companies, and government agencies to make decisions involving location, such as mapping infrastructure, analyzing demographic trends, or planning disaster response. GIS professionals combine cartography, database management, and spatial analysis skills.

GIS in the job market

Last checked October 28, 2026

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Open roles requiring GIS (21)

Land Surveyor

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Portland, OR · $96,443 – $125,378

This federal position oversees surveying contracts and field operations for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, managing multiple survey types and coordinating with other agencies. It suits experienced land surveyors who can lead teams, ensure quality standards, and take responsibility for complex mapping and alignment work.

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Supervisory Emergency Management Specialist (Geospatial)

Federal Emergency Management Agency

Oakland, CA · $133,060 – $172,980

This role leads geospatial and GIS teams supporting federal emergency management operations, requiring supervisory experience coordinating complex projects, stakeholder communication, and technical program oversight. It suits experienced GIS professionals or geospatial managers ready to direct staff and shape agency-wide data and mapping standards in a high-stakes environment.

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Agriculturalist (Risk Analyst)/Biological Scientist

Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

Raleigh, NC · $74,678 – $101,383

This federal role involves quantitative risk analysis and modeling of exotic plant pests to support regulatory plant health programs, or biological and diagnostic work to identify and detect quarantine-significant pests. It suits scientists and analysts with backgrounds in biology, agriculture, or related fields who want to contribute to invasive species management and plant protection at the USDA.

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Biological Science Technician (Fish)

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Full-time · Anderson, CA · $20 – $25 / hour

This role involves field and laboratory work monitoring fish populations and aquatic habitats, collecting specimens and environmental data, and potentially assisting with fish hatchery operations. It suits people with a background in fisheries biology, aquatic science, or related fieldwork who are comfortable with seasonal employment and data management technologies.

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Engineering Technician-CADD/GIS

Washington Headquarters Services

Full-time · Fairfield, PA · $85,447 – $111,087

This federal role supports infrastructure and facility projects at a Department of Defense installation by creating and maintaining technical drawings and geospatial data. It suits candidates with hands-on experience in drafting, CAD, GIS, or related engineering work who can work independently and manage complex design projects.

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Geologist

National Park Service

Full-time · Big Bend National Park, TX · $74,678 – $97,087

The National Park Service seeks a geologist to lead field-based monitoring and research initiatives at Big Bend National Park, managing data analysis, database systems, and scientific publications to support resource management decisions. This role suits someone with professional geological experience or advanced education who can independently plan investigations, coordinate field work, and communicate complex findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.

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Maritime Analyst (Hiring Event)

National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency

Springfield, VA · $57,736 – $101,097

This role analyzes maritime navigation data and safety information to maintain navigational databases and issue worldwide warnings to the maritime community. It suits candidates with substantial sea-going experience or formal maritime academy training who can work with charts, navigation systems, and geospatial data.

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Robotics Software Engineer

Voyager

Full-time · Pittsburgh, PA · $110,000 – $160,000

This role develops perception and sensor processing software for autonomous robotic rovers and spacecraft, working on computer vision, LiDAR, and sensor fusion algorithms for navigation and hazard detection. It suits engineers with 2+ years building real-world robotics or perception systems who want to apply those skills to space exploration and defense missions.

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The New York Times Company

Graphics/Multimedia Editor, News

The New York Times Company

Full-time · New York, NY · $113,946 – $136,000

The New York Times Graphics department seeks an experienced visual journalist to produce breaking news graphics, maps, interactive visualizations, and multimedia stories on deadline. This role combines rapid-response news execution with opportunities for deeper visual storytelling, working collaboratively across the newsroom.

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Staff Mission Solutions Engineer

BlackSky

Full-time · Seattle, WA · $165,000 – $205,000 · Remote

This role combines deep technical expertise in satellite imaging systems with hands-on sales leadership, positioning you as the technical authority for BlackSky's international defense and intelligence customers. You'll guide complex satellite procurement deals from initial qualification through close, traveling internationally to brief government stakeholders and translate their mission needs into tailored constellation designs.

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Employers hiring for GIS

15 in total, most open roles first.

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