O*NET-SOC 19-3092.00
Geographers
Study the nature and use of areas of the Earth's surface, relating and interpreting interactions of physical and cultural phenomena. Conduct research on physical aspects of a region, including land forms, climates, soils, plants, and animals, and conduct research on the spatial implications of human activities within a given area, including social characteristics, economic activities, and political organization, as well as researching interdependence between regions at scales ranging from local to global.
From O*NET 30.3
Tasks
From O*NET 30.3, by importance, as O*NET OnLine lists them
Free · O*NET 30.3- Create and modify maps, graphs, or diagrams, using geographical information software and related equipment, and principles of cartography, such as coordinate systems, longitude, latitude, elevation, topography, and map scales.Core5503
- Gather and compile geographic data from sources such as censuses, field observations, satellite imagery, aerial photographs, and existing maps.Core5509
- Teach geography.Core5508
- Write and present reports of research findings.Core5504
- Provide geographical information systems support to the private and public sectors.Core5514
- Study the economic, political, and cultural characteristics of a specific region's population.Core5511
- Analyze geographic distributions of physical and cultural phenomena on local, regional, continental, or global scales.Core5507
- Develop, operate, and maintain geographical information computer systems, including hardware, software, plotters, digitizers, printers, and video cameras.Core5505
- Locate and obtain existing geographic information databases.Core5506
- Collect data on physical characteristics of specified areas, such as geological formations, climates, and vegetation, using surveying or meteorological equipment.Core5513
- Conduct field work at outdoor sites.Core5510
- Provide consulting services in fields such as resource development and management, business location and market area analysis, environmental hazards, regional cultural history, and urban social planning.Core5512
Technology Skills
From O*NET 30.3, 45 examples in 14 categories, 14 Hot Technology
Free · O*NET 30.3Graphics or photo imaging software
- ACD Systems Canvas
- Adobe PhotoshopHot Technology
- Corel CorelDraw Graphics Suite
- Golden Software Grapher
- Lemkesoft GraphicConverter
Web page creation and editing software
- Adobe Dreamweaver
Computer aided design CAD software
- Autodesk AutoCADHot TechnologyIn Demand
Geographic information system
- Caliper Maptitude
- ESRI ArcGIS softwareHot TechnologyIn Demand
- ESRI ArcIMS
- ESRI ArcInfo
- ESRI ArcView
- Geographic information system GIS softwareIn Demand
- Geographic information system GIS systemsIn Demand
- Google Earth Pro
Map creation software
- Clark Labs IDRISI Andes
- Geographic resources analysis support system GRASS
- Golden Software Surfer
- ITT Visual Information Solutions ENVI
- Leica Geosystems ERDAS IMAGINE
- MapInfo MapMarker
- Martin D Adamiker's TruFlite
- RockWare ArcMap
- Trimble Pathfinder Office
Analytical or scientific software
- Groundwater Vistas
- HydroSOLVE AQTESOLV
- IBM SPSS StatisticsHot Technology
- Minitab
- MODPATH
- Pattern searching software
- RockWare MODFLOW
- SASHot Technology
- Systat Software SigmaPlot
- The MathWorks MATLABHot Technology
- Wolfram Research Mathematica
Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft ExcelHot Technology
Internet browser software
- Microsoft Internet Explorer
Office suite software
- Microsoft Office softwareHot Technology
Electronic mail software
- Microsoft OutlookHot Technology
Presentation software
- Microsoft PowerPointHot Technology
Word processing software
- Microsoft WordHot Technology
Object or component oriented development software
- PythonHot TechnologyIn Demand
- RHot Technology
Data base user interface and query software
- RIVERMorph
- Structured query language SQLHot TechnologyIn Demand
Detailed Work Activities
From O*NET 30.3, under their work activities; open one for the AI skills Workforce Automation maps to it
Free · O*NET 30.3Getting Information
Collect archival data.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
- No tools yet
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Conduct anthropological or archaeological research.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Processing Information
Compile geographic or related data.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Thinking Creatively
Develop software or applications for scientific or technical use.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Prepare maps.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Handling and Moving Objects
Collect geographical or geological field data.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Documenting/Recording Information
Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Training and Teaching Others
Instruct college students in social sciences or humanities disciplines.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Providing Consultation and Advice to Others
Advise others on business or operational matters.
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openWFA (Workforce Automation) analysis: 0 of 0 AI skills mapped to this activity, by automation level
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Job Zone
From O*NET 30.3
Free · O*NET 30.3Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
Workforce Automation analysis, not part of the source
WFA coverage: AI skills for this job
WFA · Part of the paid plan when accounts openPilot mapping: these skill links come from our seed list and haven’t been reviewed yet. Expect them to change as each one is checked.
Equivalents
NICE work roles, with their DCWF equivalents
Mapped to this job by the ETO-CSET NICE/O*NET crosswalk (2024); roles from NICE Framework Components v2.2.0, DCWF equivalents from DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)
Free · NICE Framework Components v2.2.0 and DoD DCWF Tool v5.3 (2026-09-25)No NICE work role maps to this job.