Principal Instructor - ArcGIS Enterprise

NextGenEnergyJobs; Olympia (WA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) and profit-sharing programs

Minimum 80 hours of vacation leave

Twelve paid holidays annually

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

NextGenEnergyJobs is looking for an experienced GIS Trainer to empower customers through innovative training on ArcGIS software. You will develop training programs and work closely with users to enhance their skills and address specific needs.

The role requires strong communication skills, with a focus on collaboration, and entails up to 40% travel for onsite training sessions. Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of experience with Esri software, including instructional delivery experience.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience with Esri's software, including 5 years in ArcGIS.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and needs.
• Strong ability to collaborate across teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver training programs for ArcGIS software.
• Collaborate to implement sustainable GIS workflows.
• Promote ArcGIS adoption across customer groups.
• Communicate the impact of GIS effectively.

Skills

Experience with Esri software

Classroom facilitation

Strong listening skills

Excellent communication skills

Technical writing abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Master's degree in relevant field

Job description

In this position, you will use your teaching skills and GIS knowledge to empower our customers with our innovative GIS software.

Key Responsibilities

• Grow user skills. Develop and deliver training programs through various formats and methods including in-person, virtual and hybrid offerings, to enhance users' proficiency in ArcGIS software both domestically and internationally. Identify and address skill gaps through targeted training sessions and workshops. Provide ongoing support and guidance to users, answering their questions and helping them overcome challenges. Stay updated on the latest GIS trends and technologies to ensure the training content remains relevant and up to date.
• Ensure sustainable GIS workflows. Collaborate with customers to understand their business processes and requirements. Provide guidance and training on best practices for designing and implementing sustainable GIS workflows. Deliver workshops and training sessions to educate customers on sustainable GIS workflows. Support customers in overcoming challenges and addressing any skill gaps related to workflow sustainability.
• Expand the use of ArcGIS. Actively promote the adoption of ArcGIS across customer groups. Identify potential use cases for ArcGIS in various business processes and demonstrate its value through facilitation. Develop and deliver training workshops and sessions to showcase the capabilities of ArcGIS. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their needs and customize ArcGIS solutions to meet their needs.
• Communicate the impact of GIS. Develop compelling narratives and visualizations to effectively communicate the impact of GIS. Collaborate with Content Development and Creation teams to create engaging content, such as case studies and success stories. Present the value of GIS to customers. Stay informed about industry trends and research to provide insights on the broader impact of GIS in various domains.

Requirements

• 8+ years of professional experience leveraging Esri's software capabilities 5 of those years should be in ArcGIS Enterprise or Enterprise Geodatabases 2 of those years should include professional experience in classroom facilitation and instructional delivery
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities while prioritizing student needs
• Strong listening skills and the ability to incorporate feedback to continuously improve instructional delivery and course materials
• Proven ability to collaborate with multiple cross-functional teams
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• 20% travel time within the year to support an average of 10-15 onsite customer training sessions per year
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this posting. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the US
• Bachelor's degree in Geography, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Science, Physical Sciences, Engineering, Information Science or related field
• Familiarity with web-based meeting tools
• Completion of an Esri technical certification and facilitation certification
• Demonstrated technical writing ability
• Up to 40% travel time, including international travel, to support an additional 10-15 customer engagements
• Master's degree in Geography, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Science, Physical Sciences, Engineering, Information Science or related field
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• Esri’s competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
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