Full-Time

Sr. GIS Training Content Creator

Posted on 11/22/2024

esri

esri

5,001-10,000 employees

Provides GIS software and location intelligence

Data & Analytics
Government & Public Sector
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$70.7k - $108.2kAnnually

Senior

Minneapolis, MN, USA

Hybrid position requiring in-office presence.

Category
Content Strategy
Technical Writing
Content & Writing
Social Media
Required Skills
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • 5+ years of GIS application experience
  • 2+ years of experience working with ArcGIS Pro
  • 2+ years of experience in course development or curriculum design
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication, time management, presentation, and interpersonal skills
  • Superior initiative and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
  • Ability to explain complex concepts and tasks in understandable terms
  • Ability to create graphics for educational purposes using basic software applications (SnagIt, PowerPoint)
  • Bachelor’s in geography, geoscience, biological science, computer science, education, or related field
  • Exposure or experience working with, deploying, configuring, and managing ArcGIS Enterprise and related web applications
  • Knowledge of and experience applying the instructional design process and the ADDIE model of instructional design
  • Experience with classroom and virtual classroom facilitation techniques
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Windows, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Master's in geography, geoscience, biological science, computer science, education or related field
Responsibilities
  • Work with the latest Esri software to develop and maintain instructor-led and web-based training materials
  • Stay up to date with Esri's latest technology and expand your knowledge of the GIS industry
  • Design courses that apply instructional design and effective learning principles to engage students, encourage participation, and meet the requirements of the adult learner
  • Build virtual machines (VMs) to support course development and delivery
  • Find, verify, and prepare course data for student exercises
  • Collaborate with team members in departmental and interdepartmental projects

Esri specializes in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and location intelligence, providing mapping and spatial analytics software that helps organizations visualize and analyze data. Its main product, ArcGIS, allows users to understand relationships and trends in data through advanced mapping capabilities. Esri differentiates itself from competitors by offering a comprehensive suite of tools and services tailored for various sectors, including government, business, and academia. The company's goal is to empower organizations to make informed decisions and optimize operations using location-based insights.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Redlands, California

Founded

1969

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Integration of AI in GIS is advancing spatial data analysis for Esri.
  • 5G technology boosts Esri's real-time data processing capabilities.
  • Demand for location-based services is increasing, benefiting Esri's GIS solutions.

What critics are saying

  • Open-source GIS platforms like QGIS are gaining popularity, challenging Esri.
  • Cloud-native GIS solutions may disrupt Esri's traditional licensing model.
  • New data privacy regulations could impact Esri's data handling practices.

What makes esri unique

  • Esri's ArcGIS is a leading platform in GIS and spatial analytics.
  • The company has a strong presence in government, business, and academic sectors.
  • Esri's partnerships, like with Previsico, enhance its flood forecasting capabilities.

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