Job Profile of a GIS Analyst
GIS analyst abides by the City manager's direction and performs various computer related applications, implements and develops several services for the users in the departments making use of GIS and its technology and also performs designs based on data. As a GIS analyst, one must support policies, procedures, accuracy, consistency and authenticity of all GIS information.
As a GIS analyst, you have to make implementation, plan and develop some complex applications software of GIS for all the users and also the operators of the system. You have to make designs and assist in the development of database template, models, edits, writes, installation and verification of various GIS programs for any kind of debugs.
You as a GIS analyst also have to edit various programs for the maintenance, accessibility, population and linkage of databases. Then you also have the responsibility of administering servers of GIS, assist in the process of installation, troubleshooting of software programs, work towards the administration of system accessibility and security.
Presentation and development of cartographic elements of mapping, GIS systems, integration of the elements with technologies for the purpose of marketing and communication on the basis of web are all responsibility of a GIS analyst. As an analyst, you also have to provide response to various inquiries from all the developers, end-users, customers and contractors; this is in relation to requirements of GIS.
Having a career as an analyst is not an easy job, as you would have to participate in various economic and developing functions that needs the support of GIS, transposing data of complex nature from maps and records, Drawing CAD, demographical models, maps of county based lands, economic sources etc.
As an analyst you also have the duty to implement and maintain GIS policies, procedures and databases, along with their development. This way the accuracy of all information is coordinated and maintained, keeping within the integration and balancing with all financial deals and services. As an analyst of GIS, you would also be responsible to aid the City manager and all the other employees, in the analysis, resolve and test various productions and their problems. You would be assisting in the process of procedure writing; this is required to be done for the utilization of GIS applications and software. A GIS analyst also needs to perform all the assigned duties with complete efficiency.
Requirements to be a GIS Analyst
For getting a job as a GIS analyst, applicants must have a graduate degree in geography, computer science or equivalent fields. Employers would prefer B.A, B.S, or M.S in Geography, IT and Earth Sciences.
For getting a GIS analyst job, one must have certain skills and expertise and these are strong skills of GIS with GIS packages, skills in basic programming, inclusive of Macro, C, C+ + etc. Then one must also have strong comprehending power to learn and understand statistics and math. Good Oracle, RDBMS related skills should be a part of the many skills and expertise. As a GIS analyst, you must possess both written and verbal communications skills, enthusiasm, ability to work under pressure, seek solutions, analytical skills, comprehension of data management and its various concepts, technical and IT skills etc.
Apart from these technical skills, one also requires to have personal and people's skill, to prosper as a GIS analyst. These are communicational ability on one-on-one basis, possess a positive attitude towards life, people and work and the most important aspect is to be honest.
A minimum of 5 years work experience with the system of GIS or any data management system or enterprise. Experience may be substituted for relevant education at a ratio of 2 years of experience for 1 year of education.
Career Prospects (globally)
The field of GIS and its various job opportunities are rising. In spite of a global financial meltdown, the job market in this particular field has increased. Therefore, if you are an applicant with all the above knowledge, qualifications and abilities then there are umpteen numbers of opportunities awaiting you as a GIS analyst.
Salary structure of a GIS analyst varies on the basis of level, position, experience and expertise. In the medium level it starts from $40,000.
GIS is an extensively interesting and engaging field that makes use of upgraded cutting edge technology so that it becomes possible to go steady with the latest developments within the field of programming language/tools and software. The field of GIS and its various job opportunities are rising. In spite of a global financial meltdown, the job market in this particular field has increased. Therefore, if you are an applicant with all the above knowledge, qualifications and abilities then there are umpteen numbers of opportunities awaiting you as a GIS analyst.
