The following examples are from the State of South Carolina.
Cartographer I
Performs specialized cartographic drafting work for mapping and topography. Salary: $21,359 to $39,516 per year.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of standard and specialized cartographic processes and techniques.
Skill in the use of drawing instruments and drafting materials.
Ability to read and interpret maps, plans and survey notes.
Ability to execute complex cartographic projects.
Ability to train other employees in proper cartographic drafting procedures.
Cartographer II
Performs advanced cartographic drafting duties or plans and coordinates mapping and topographic work. Salary: $25,989 to $48,083 per year.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of the principles and techniques of cartography.
Knowledge of state and federal mapping procedures and regulations.
Skill in the use of cartographic drafting equipment, instruments and
materials.
Ability to plan, schedule and supervise the work of others.
Ability to train lower-level workers in cartographic drafting processes
and techniques.
GIS Analyst
Uses a geographic information system (GIS) to generate graphic products and facilitate spatial analysis. Salary: $25,989 to $48,083 per year.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of spatial analysis techniques and cartography.
Knowledge of graphic hardware and GIS software.
Ability to operate GIS equipment.
Minimum Requirements:
A bachelors degree in geography or a related field; or an associate degree in geography or a related field and experience in the use of GIS software.
GIS Manager II
Directs the staffing, development and implementation of a geographic information system (GIS). Salary: $38,478 to $71,187
Examples of Work:
Supervises a GIS staff and manages GIS facilities and programs.
Develops goals and implements long range plans, policies and procedures
to guide GIS operations.
Establishes and implements cooperative efforts with other governmental
and public organizations to accomplish program objectives.
Develops budgets and identifies sources of additional funding.
Serves as the staff expert on GIS matters.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of GIS hardware and software standards, capabilities and
applications.
Knowledge of applicable state and federal regulatory programs.
Knowledge of state administrative, legislative and budgetary procedures.
Ability to plan and oversee the activities of others.
Ability to develop and manage grant funding.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Minimum Requirements:
A bachelor's degree in geography or a related field and experience in the management and application of a geographic information system.
Wage Variation by State
Salaries vary considerably from one location to another. Below is a table of salary midranges for Surveying and Mapping Technicians in various states, gleaned from the website Americas CareerInfoNet (http://www.acinet.org/acinet/). The data is from 1998 surveys, so salaries are likely to be a little higher now.
| Location | Midrange Annual Salary 1998 |
| United States | $20,500 - $34,400 |
| Alaska | $33,400 - $46,200 |
| California | $31,300 - $52,700 |
| Florida | $17,800 - $30,100 |
| Hawaii | $25,400 - $36,200 |
| Mississippi | $16,500 - $26,900 |
| New York | $21,900 - $35,700 |
| Texas | $16,300 - $29,700 |
| Washington | $27,800 - $41,700 |
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