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Occupational Report
for Geographers (19-3092)
, Oregon Statewide
Occupational Description
Study nature and use of areas of 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.
Employment Outlook
for Geographers
| Statewide Employment Analysis |
2008 employment is estimated to be much smaller than the regional average. This occupation is expected to grow at at about the regional average rate. Total job openings are projected to be much lower than the regional average.Due to few projected job openings in this occupation, reasonable employment opportunities do not exist. |
Data Sources and Limitations
Current Employment Department Job Openings
for Geographers
There are 1 current openings for this occupation.
Openings 1 through 1
are listed below.
Job Openings from the Web
for Geographers
There are no openings for this occupation.
State of Oregon License Information
for Geographers
No statewide license is required for this occupation.
Wages
for Geographers
| Region |
---------------- 2010 Wages ---------------- |
| Percentiles (hourly wages) |
Avg
Hourly
($/hr) |
Avg
Annual |
| 10th |
25th |
50th
(median) |
75th |
90th |
| Oregon Statewide |
$19.55 |
$23.18 |
$28.27 |
$36.78 |
$47.83
|
$30.25 |
$62,917 |
| Benton / Lincoln / Linn |
20.78 |
22.33 |
24.80 |
29.18 |
41.55
|
27.20 |
56,586 |
Data Sources and Limitations
Industries of Employment
for Geographers
Industry
Click links to view infoUSA employers |
Ownership |
2008
Employment |
|
Total, All Industries
|
All |
62 |
|
Total, All Industries
|
Private |
30 |
|
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
|
Private |
20 |
|
Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services
|
Private |
15 |
|
Other Services (except Public Administration)
|
Private |
10 |
|
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
|
Private |
10 |
|
Social Advocacy Organizations
|
Private |
10 |
|
Total, All Industries
|
Federal |
29 |
|
Federal Government (Non-Postal)
|
Federal |
29 |
Educational Requirements
for Geographers
Workers must have a bachelor's degree to gain the necessary skills for this occupation. However, those with a master's degree have a competitive advantage in this labor market.
Skills
for Geographers
- Analyze And Evaluate Ecosystem Data
- Analyze And Evaluate Social Data
- Analyze Spatial Data
- Apply Cultural And Ethnic Diversity Theory
- Apply Cultural And Religious Awareness
- Apply Current Social Research
- Apply Geographic Knowledge
- Apply Mathematical Principles To Social Statistics
- Apply Mathematics To Statistical Modeling
- Apply Organizational Theory
- Apply Research Methodology To Social Sciences
- Apply Soil Science Principles
- Apply Statistical Methods
- Compile Mathematical And Statistical Data
- Conduct Field Research
- Conduct Geological Surveys
- Conduct Investigations And Research
- Conduct Statistical Surveys
- Design Tables Depicting Data
- Develop And Revise Databases
- Geocode Data
- Interpret Maps, Charts And Tables For Applied Analysis And Research
- Maintain Social Trend Awareness
- Make Presentations
- Model Spatial Data
- Prepare Diagrams And Charts To Support Conclusions From Mathematical And Statistical Models
- Present Technical Papers And Research Results
- Provide Expert Testimony On Results Of Investigation
- Research And Apply Land Use Regulations
- Research Work-Related Topics Using Library Resources
- Use Algebra
- Use Calculus
- Use Geometry
- Use Gis Software
- Use On-Line Search Techniques
- Use Physical Science Research Techniques
- Use Quantitative Research Methods
- Write Grant Proposals
- Write Technical Papers From Original Research
Schools and Training Providers
for Geographers
The training providers listed below offer programs related to this occupation. This information is updated once per year. Anyone interested in a particular program should check with the training institution regarding its availability. Listing these training providers does not necessarily constitute or imply their endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the State of Oregon.
Career Pathway Roadmaps
for Geographers
These Oregon community colleges have defined career pathway roadmaps to facilitate entry into this occupation:
Related Occupations
The scores listed below indicates how closely the skills for Geographers matches the occupation in the list.
A score of 100% means the occupations have identical skill sets. A maximum of 10 occupations are displayed
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