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Geography Teachers, Postsecondary

SOC 25-1064.00Job Zone 5 · Extensive Preparationv.26.05

Context coveredThis framework covers the full scope of postsecondary geography instruction, research, and academic leadership in university settings, from entry-level teaching and scholarly apprenticeship through advanced curriculum direction, original research productivity, and institutional influence.

Sources:O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.SkillsCrosswalkSkillsCrosswalk — O*NET enrichment + adjacency index. Opens in new tab.
Emerging
Entry / Apprentice
  1. Course syllabi and assignment handouts — draft and organize under faculty mentorship for undergraduate geography sections at a research university.
  2. Foundational lecture content on urbanization and environmental systems — prepare and deliver with structured notes to small undergraduate cohorts in a supervised teaching role.
  3. Current geography literature and peer-reviewed journals — read and summarize to stay abreast of disciplinary developments during an early faculty or postdoctoral appointment.
  4. Student assignments and short-answer papers — evaluate and return with written feedback following departmental grading rubrics in a postsecondary classroom setting.
  5. Classroom examinations — compile and administer according to course policies, escalating grading decisions to supervising faculty when edge cases arise.
  6. Student attendance records and grade entries — maintain accurately in the institution's learning management system as required by departmental administrative standards.
  7. Geographic information system software — apply at a basic level to illustrate spatial concepts during introductory lab sessions under senior faculty guidance.
  8. Classroom discussions on cultural geography topics — participate in facilitating with structured prompts, progressing toward independent moderation under observation.
  9. Word processing and document management tools — use to produce course materials and correspondence consistent with departmental formatting expectations.
  10. Research data and disciplinary findings — begin collecting and organizing in support of a faculty mentor's project, developing foundational scholarly habits in an academic geography department.
Developing
Mid-level / Established
  1. Undergraduate and graduate course syllabi — design independently, aligning learning objectives with departmental curriculum standards and student needs across multiple geography sections.
  2. Lectures on topics such as cultural geography, environmental systems, and geospatial analysis — prepare and deliver with consistent clarity and engagement to mixed undergraduate and graduate audiences.
  3. Original research manuscripts — draft and revise for submission to peer-reviewed geography journals, incorporating reviewer feedback within an active faculty research program.
  4. Student papers and project-based assignments — evaluate with calibrated, criterion-referenced feedback that promotes critical thinking in a postsecondary geography course.
  5. Midterm and final examinations — compile, administer, and grade with partial delegation to teaching assistants, maintaining assessment integrity across course sections.
  6. Professional conferences and disciplinary workshops — attend and engage regularly to integrate emerging geographic scholarship into course content and personal research agenda.
  7. Classroom discussions on complex spatial and societal topics — facilitate with targeted questioning strategies that encourage student analysis beyond surface-level responses.
  8. Geographic information system and map creation software — apply routinely in course instruction and research to produce spatial analyses and instructional visualizations.
  9. Student grade records and required institutional reports — maintain and submit accurately on schedule using the university's administrative information systems.
  10. Active learning strategies — deploy across varied lesson formats, adapting instructional approaches to student comprehension levels and course modality in a postsecondary environment.
Proficient
Senior / Expert IC
  1. Advanced topical lectures integrating geospatial technology, quantitative methods, and theoretical frameworks — develop and deliver autonomously to graduate seminars and upper-division courses at a research university.
  2. Multi-course curriculum — design and revise across undergraduate and graduate levels, ensuring coherent scaffolding of geographic knowledge domains and transferable skills.
  3. Peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters, and electronic scholarly media — produce and publish independently, advancing knowledge within a specialized geography subdiscipline.
  4. Complex student research projects, theses, and dissertations — evaluate with expert judgment, providing substantive mentorship that guides graduate students through non-routine scholarly challenges.
  5. Comprehensive examination programs — architect, administer, and assess at the program level, delegating components strategically to teaching assistants while preserving academic standards.
  6. Emerging developments in geography — synthesize continuously from literature, conferences, and collegial networks, translating new knowledge directly into instructional and research practice.
  7. Seminar-level scholarly discussions — initiate and moderate on contested geographic problems, drawing on social perceptiveness to balance participant dynamics and deepen intellectual inquiry.
  8. GIS platforms and analytical or scientific software — apply at an expert level to conduct original spatial research and teach advanced geospatial methods to graduate students.
  9. Interdisciplinary problem sets integrating geography, sociology, mathematics, and environmental science — construct and guide students through, modeling complex problem-solving in an academic research context.
  10. Student performance data and institutional assessment records — analyze systematically to identify learning gaps and refine course effectiveness across an entire geography program.
Advanced
Lead / Principal / Executive
  1. Departmental or programmatic curriculum vision — articulate and lead, shaping the strategic direction of geography education across multiple degree levels at a postsecondary institution.
  2. Research agendas in geography — establish and lead at a programmatic or center level, securing external funding and guiding teams of junior faculty, postdoctoral scholars, and graduate researchers.
  3. Scholarly publications, edited volumes, and funded research portfolios — produce at a level that defines or advances a subdisciplinary conversation within the national and international geography community.
  4. Faculty pedagogical development — mentor and evaluate junior colleagues in instructional design, assessment practice, and scholarly writing within a research-intensive geography department.
  5. Academic conference programs, journal editorial boards, and professional association committees — lead or serve in governance roles that shape disciplinary norms and standards.
  6. Institutional policies on academic standards, assessment integrity, and curriculum approval — influence and draft through faculty governance bodies and administrative partnerships.
  7. Innovative instructional methodologies integrating geospatial technology, field-based learning, and digital scholarship — champion and institutionalize across the department to elevate teaching quality.
  8. Cross-institutional and interdisciplinary collaborations in geographic research and education — initiate and sustain, negotiating partnerships with government agencies, NGOs, and peer universities.
  9. Strategic enrollment, resource allocation, and program accreditation processes — advise senior administration using data-informed judgment grounded in deep knowledge of geographic education needs.
  10. Emerging societal challenges such as climate change, urbanization, and geopolitical shifts — translate into publicly engaged scholarship, policy briefs, and media contributions that extend the university's influence beyond the academy.

AI-at-Work Competency Framework

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Authoritative source data identified for 998 occupations

How a worker at each mastery level uses, directs, and evaluates AI tools in this occupation. Each statement cites its evidence inline; click a citation chip to verify the source.

Emerging
  1. AI-assisted course material drafting — uses an LLM to generate first drafts of syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts, then reviews and edits each document before distribution Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  2. Basic lecture outline generation — prompts an AI tool to suggest organizational structures for introductory geography lectures on topics such as urbanization or environmental systems, while retaining full authorship of explanations and examples Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
Developing
  1. Grading feedback acceleration — delegates draft written feedback on student papers and assignments to an AI assistant, then revises the output to ensure disciplinary accuracy and pedagogical tone before returning work to students Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  2. Research literature synthesis — directs an AI tool to summarize and organize bodies of academic literature in cultural or physical geography, then critically evaluates the output for omissions and inaccuracies before incorporating findings into research manuscripts Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  3. Examination construction support — uses AI to generate candidate exam questions across cognitive levels, then selects, reorders, and refines items to align with course learning objectives and academic integrity standards Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
Proficient
  1. Lecture content enrichment — integrates AI-generated case studies, data visualizations, and contemporary examples into prepared lecture materials on geographic topics, exercising disciplinary judgment to verify factual accuracy and relevance Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Scholarly writing acceleration — employs an AI assistant to produce section drafts, restructure arguments, and suggest citations for journal articles or book chapters, while maintaining intellectual ownership of the research contribution Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  3. Adaptive course redesign — uses AI tools to analyze student performance patterns and propose curriculum adjustments, then applies expertise in geographic pedagogy to evaluate and implement recommendations Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  4. Assessment rubric development — directs an AI tool to draft detailed grading rubrics for written assignments and field reports, then refines criteria to reflect disciplinary standards and course-specific learning outcomes Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
Advanced
  1. AI workflow orchestration for research pipelines — coordinates AI agents across literature review, data synthesis, and draft production stages of original geography research, setting quality checkpoints and arbitrating disciplinary judgment at each transition Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Critical evaluation of AI instructional tools — systematically assesses the accuracy, bias, and pedagogical appropriateness of AI-generated geographic content before embedding it in courses, establishing department-level standards for responsible AI use in geography instruction Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  3. Personalized learning system direction — architects AI-assisted instructional sequences that adapt reading materials, discussion prompts, and assessments to individual student knowledge gaps in geography, while preserving the instructor's role as mentor and evaluator Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Evidence pack
AEI usage
Task observations: 7284
Augment share: 95%
Time saved: 84.3%
AI autonomy: 3.04
SAFI positioning
Top skill: Instructing
Score: 57.3 / 100
precision: category_estimate
WEF cluster
Human-Technology Interaction
human_technology_interaction
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Pathsmith Durable Skills Framework

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Ten durable-skill domains mapped to four proficiency/role levels for each occupation. Each statement is aligned to the Pathsmith taxonomy, derived from trusted grounding data and mapped to occupation-specific O*NET tasks and skills.

1Communication12 statements
Emerging
  1. Lecture delivery — presents introductory geographic concepts such as map projections and spatial analysis to undergraduate audiences using structured outlines Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Syllabus writing — drafts course syllabi and assignment handouts that convey expectations and learning objectives in clear prose O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Classroom discussion facilitation — poses basic geographic questions to prompt student participation during lectures on topics such as urbanization Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Geographic explanation — translates complex spatial and environmental systems concepts into accessible language appropriate for undergraduate or graduate audiences Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Academic writing — composes research manuscripts and conference papers that communicate geographic findings with disciplinary precision O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Active listening in advising — elicits student understanding gaps during office hours and adjusts explanations of cultural geography topics accordingly Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Lecture delivery — delivers well-structured, evidence-rich lectures on diverse subfields including political geography, GIS, and environmental systems that sustain student engagement throughout the session Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Publication communication — writes and revises peer-reviewed articles for professional journals that present original geographic research with clarity and scholarly rigor O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Discussion moderation — facilitates substantive seminar debates on contested geographic topics, balancing multiple student perspectives and redirecting conversation toward learning objectives Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Multimodal scholarship communication — disseminates geographic research findings across peer-reviewed journals, books, electronic media, and public-facing platforms, adapting register for each audience Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Keynote and conference presentation — presents original geographic research at national and international professional conferences, synthesizing complex spatial arguments for expert audiences O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Mentored writing development — coaches graduate students through the full arc of academic writing from research design to publication-ready manuscripts in geographic disciplines Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
2Leadership10 statements
Emerging
  1. Classroom initiative — takes responsibility for managing daily lecture flow and ensuring course materials are prepared and distributed on schedule Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Student guidance — directs undergraduate students toward appropriate geographic resources and study strategies during course instruction Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Course design leadership — leads the development of coherent course sequences covering urbanization, cultural geography, and environmental systems aligned with departmental goals Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Undergraduate research mentorship — guides students in designing and executing introductory geographic research projects with increasing independence Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Graduate student supervision — mentors graduate students through thesis and dissertation research in geography, providing direction on methodology, fieldwork, and scholarly writing Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Departmental contribution — leads curriculum committees or assessment initiatives that shape the geographic education program's direction and quality Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Fieldwork leadership — organizes and leads geographic field courses or study-abroad programs, managing logistics, safety, and educational outcomes for student groups Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Disciplinary leadership — shapes the intellectual direction of a geographic subfield through sustained research output, editorial board service, and leadership in professional geographic associations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Program-level innovation — spearheads creation of new graduate concentrations or interdisciplinary programs that expand the institution's geographic education capacity Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Faculty mentorship — develops junior faculty members' teaching and research practices through structured mentoring, observation, and constructive guidance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
3Metacognition9 statements
Emerging
  1. Teaching reflection — reviews student performance on assignments and exams to identify areas where lecture delivery or course materials require adjustment Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Research self-monitoring — tracks progress on scholarly writing and identifies gaps in geographic literature review coverage Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Pedagogical strategy assessment — evaluates the effectiveness of instructional methods used to teach GIS or spatial analysis and adjusts approaches based on student comprehension data Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Scholarly self-regulation — plans research timelines, monitors writing productivity, and redirects focus when geographic inquiry reaches methodological obstacles Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Course iteration — systematically analyzes student feedback, grade distributions, and assessment results across semesters to redesign course materials and learning activities for greater effectiveness Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Research strategy calibration — reflects on the theoretical and methodological choices in geographic research projects and revises analytical frameworks when findings diverge from hypotheses Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Learning strategy modeling — explicitly demonstrates metacognitive reading and analytical strategies to students engaging with dense geographic scholarship Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Scholarly identity reflection — critically examines one's own positionality, theoretical commitments, and methodological preferences to produce more rigorous and self-aware geographic scholarship Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Curriculum metacognition leadership — leads departmental conversations about collective pedagogical assumptions in geography education, prompting faculty to examine and update instructional frameworks Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
4Critical Thinking10 statements
Emerging
  1. Geographic source evaluation — assesses the credibility and relevance of geographic data sources, maps, and spatial datasets when preparing course readings Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Assignment analysis — examines student submissions to identify patterns of misunderstanding in core geographic concepts such as scale, region, and spatial relationships Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Research problem framing — identifies assumptions embedded in geographic research questions and evaluates alternative spatial or theoretical frameworks before designing studies Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Scholarly literature critique — evaluates methodological strengths and limitations of published geographic research when preparing course content or advancing original inquiry Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Evidence-based argument construction — builds and defends original geographic arguments in research publications by rigorously evaluating spatial data, case comparisons, and theoretical evidence Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Assessment design — constructs examinations and assignments that require students to analyze geographic evidence, identify assumptions, and form reasoned spatial judgments rather than reproduce facts Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Complex geographic problem analysis — deconstructs multifaceted issues such as climate migration or urban inequality by systematically applying geographic frameworks to identify causal relationships Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Paradigm critique — challenges dominant theoretical frameworks in geographic scholarship through original research that exposes unexamined assumptions in the discipline Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Critical pedagogy integration — designs courses in cultural or political geography that explicitly train students to interrogate power, representation, and bias in geographic knowledge production Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Cross-disciplinary synthesis — evaluates and integrates insights from history, mathematics, and environmental science to construct more robust geographic arguments in research and teaching Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
5Collaboration9 statements
Emerging
  1. Collegial exchange — participates in departmental meetings and shares course materials with geography faculty colleagues to support program coherence Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Student group facilitation — structures collaborative learning activities in geography courses where student teams analyze spatial data or case studies together Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Interdisciplinary coordination — works with faculty in history, environmental science, or urban planning to develop cross-listed courses or joint research initiatives Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Research collaboration — contributes as a co-investigator on geographic research projects, coordinating data collection and writing responsibilities with team members Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Co-authored scholarship — produces peer-reviewed geographic research with collaborators, managing shared responsibilities for methodology, data analysis, and manuscript preparation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Conference network building — engages productively with peers at professional geography conferences, sharing findings and identifying opportunities for collaborative inquiry Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Graduate committee participation — serves on thesis and dissertation committees, providing collaborative mentorship alongside other faculty to support graduate student geographic research Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Research team leadership — builds and sustains interdisciplinary geographic research teams, aligning diverse expertise toward shared scholarly goals and managing productive group dynamics Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Institutional partnership development — forges collaborative agreements between the university geography program and government agencies, NGOs, or international institutions for joint research and fieldwork Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
6Character9 statements
Emerging
  1. Grading integrity — applies stated rubric criteria consistently and transparently when evaluating student assignments and examinations in geography courses Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Attendance record accuracy — maintains accurate and complete student attendance, grade, and academic records as required by institutional policy Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Academic honesty enforcement — addresses instances of plagiarism or academic dishonesty in geography coursework through established institutional procedures and constructive student communication Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Scholarly attribution — accurately cites all sources and collaborators in published geographic research, upholding standards of intellectual honesty Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Equitable instruction — designs and administers geography assessments and classroom participation structures that provide fair opportunity for students of diverse backgrounds Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Research ethics compliance — conducts geographic fieldwork and human subjects research in full compliance with IRB protocols and disciplinary ethical standards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Professional accountability — meets course preparation, grading, and administrative deadlines reliably while maintaining transparency with students and departmental colleagues Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Ethical leadership in the discipline — advocates publicly for ethical geographic research practices, responsible use of spatial data, and equitable representation in geographic scholarship Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Mentorship integrity — provides honest, constructive, and developmentally appropriate feedback to graduate students and junior colleagues even when difficult messages are required Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
7Creativity9 statements
Emerging
  1. Assignment innovation — designs geography homework activities and in-class exercises that move beyond textbook recitation to engage students in spatial problem-solving Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Visual teaching aid creation — develops original maps, diagrams, or multimedia materials to illustrate geographic concepts such as environmental systems or cultural diffusion Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Novel course design — builds thematically integrated courses that combine geographic subfields—such as political ecology and urban geography—in ways that generate fresh analytical perspectives for students Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Research hypothesis generation — formulates original geographic research questions that explore underexamined spatial phenomena or challenge conventional disciplinary assumptions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Pedagogical experimentation — pilots innovative instructional formats such as participatory GIS labs, role-based simulations of geopolitical scenarios, or place-based field assignments that deepen geographic learning Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Original scholarly contribution — produces geographic research that introduces new theoretical frameworks, methodological approaches, or empirical findings that advance the discipline Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Curriculum architecture — constructs an entire course sequence for a geography program with creative thematic coherence that connects foundational and advanced geographic inquiry Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Disciplinary innovation — develops new methodological or theoretical contributions in geography—such as novel applications of spatial analysis or hybrid qualitative-quantitative frameworks—that reshape research practice in the field Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Transformative course design — creates landmark courses in geographic education that are widely adopted or adapted by other institutions due to their originality and impact on student learning Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
8Growth Mindset9 statements
Emerging
  1. Literature engagement — reads current geographic literature and incorporates new findings into course preparation, treating continuous learning as a professional norm Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Feedback reception — receives student course evaluations and peer teaching observations with openness, identifying specific areas for instructional improvement Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Methodological expansion — pursues training in emerging geographic tools such as remote sensing, GIS platforms, or spatial statistics to strengthen research and teaching capabilities Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Scholarly persistence — continues geographic research projects through peer review rejection, methodological obstacles, and data collection challenges, revising and resubmitting work Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Conference-driven learning — attends and actively participates in professional geography conferences to update disciplinary knowledge and integrate new frameworks into teaching and research Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Teaching portfolio development — systematically revises course materials, assessment strategies, and pedagogical approaches across semesters based on evidence of student learning outcomes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Interdisciplinary curiosity — pursues knowledge in adjacent fields such as environmental science, history, and data science to enrich geographic research and course content Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Field evolution modeling — publicly models intellectual growth by updating one's own published positions in light of new geographic evidence, demonstrating that revision is a scholarly virtue Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Mentoring a growth culture — cultivates a growth mindset in graduate students by framing research setbacks, peer review feedback, and methodological failures as productive learning experiences in geographic inquiry Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
9Mindfulness9 statements
Emerging
  1. Classroom presence — maintains focused attention on student responses during geography lectures and adjusts pacing when signs of confusion or disengagement appear Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Workload awareness — monitors personal capacity across teaching, research, and service responsibilities to prevent unsustainable overcommitment Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Intentional discussion facilitation — moderates geography classroom discussions with deliberate attention to equitable participation, managing dominant voices and drawing out quieter students Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Emotion regulation in feedback — delivers critical evaluations of student work and graduate thesis drafts with measured, constructive tone that separates judgment of work from judgment of person Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Responsive advising — conducts student advising sessions with full attentional presence, noticing signs of academic distress or disengagement and responding with appropriate support or referral Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Research focus management — maintains sustained concentration on complex geographic writing and data analysis tasks by managing digital distractions and structuring uninterrupted work periods Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Deliberate course pacing — calibrates the tempo and cognitive demand of geography lectures and seminars in real time based on observable student comprehension and energy Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Contemplative pedagogy integration — incorporates mindful observation and place-based awareness practices into geographic fieldwork and course design to deepen students' spatial attentiveness Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Organizational mindfulness leadership — models and advocates for intentional, non-reactive deliberation in departmental decision-making processes, contributing to a more thoughtful academic culture Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
10Fortitude10 statements
Emerging
  1. Research persistence — continues working through the iterative demands of geographic literature review and manuscript drafting despite slow initial progress Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Teaching challenge navigation — addresses disruptive classroom dynamics or difficult course material delivery without abandoning structured pedagogical goals Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Peer review resilience — responds to critical peer reviewer feedback on geographic research manuscripts by revising rigorously rather than abandoning publishable work Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Curriculum defense — maintains well-reasoned course design decisions under pressure from competing departmental or administrative demands Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Long-term research commitment — sustains multi-year geographic research programs through funding uncertainty, fieldwork difficulties, and publication delays without loss of scholarly momentum Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Institutional adversity navigation — continues effective teaching and mentorship during departmental restructuring, budget constraints, or institutional change that disrupts normal academic operations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Student failure confrontation — engages honestly and persistently with students who are failing geography coursework, providing structured intervention rather than accepting academic disengagement Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Scholarly courage — publishes geographic research that challenges dominant paradigms or addresses politically contested spatial topics despite professional risk or disciplinary resistance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Enduring mentorship — sustains long-term commitment to graduate student development through dissertation setbacks, personal crises, and extended timelines, modeling perseverance as a scholarly value Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Advocacy under pressure — advocates persistently for geographic education and research priorities within the institution and in public discourse even when facing indifference or institutional resistance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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Assistant Professor · Associate Professor · Cartography Professor · Cartography Teacher · College Faculty Member · College Professor · Cultural Geography Faculty Member · Geographic Information Systems Faculty Member (GIS Faculty Member) · Geographic Information Systems Professor (GIS Professor) · Geography Faculty Member · Geography Instructor · Geography Professor
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O*NET skills
InstructingWritingSpeakingReading ComprehensionActive ListeningActive LearningLearning StrategiesComplex Problem SolvingCritical ThinkingJudgment and Decision MakingTime ManagementScienceMonitoringSocial PerceptivenessCoordinationPersuasionSystems Analysis
Knowledge domains
English LanguageGeographyEducation and TrainingHistory and ArcheologyMathematicsComputers and ElectronicsSociology and Anthropology
Abilities
Oral ExpressionWritten ExpressionWritten ComprehensionOral ComprehensionSpeech ClarityInductive ReasoningDeductive ReasoningProblem SensitivitySpeech RecognitionNear Vision
Work styles
Intellectual CuriosityDependabilitySocial OrientationAchievement OrientationInnovationIntegrity
Technology
Document management softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareComputer based training softwareCalendar and scheduling softwareGeographic information systemMap creation softwareWord processing softwareInformation retrieval or search softwareElectronic mail softwareAnalytical or scientific software
Tasks · seed anchors for statements
  1. Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
  2. Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as urbanization, environmental systems, and cultural geography.
  3. Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media.
  4. Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
  5. Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
  6. Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
  7. Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
  8. Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
CIP education codes
13.133230.440143.040745.070145.070245.079945.1501

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