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Geographer (US - Contract)
The Geography Data Team is looking for a Geography Contractor to join our small team of geography and mapping experts for a 1 year temporary role. As the Geography Contractor you will be responsible for curating and maintaining geographic data such as property locations, points of interest, and regional administrative data for Expedia Group brands. This includes obtaining latitude and longitude data, conducting research to ascertain the validity of information, data entry, and understanding geographic hierarchy taxonomies. You have worldwide geographic knowledge and familiarity with mapping products such as Google Maps, Open Street Maps, and other web-based mapping tools. Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize multiple projects while addressing requests in a timely fashion are required. The ideal candidate is able to explain geographic complexities and set expectations for data visibility on Expedia Group Brands to uninformed users, which may involve language and cultural differences.
This is a unique opportunity to join a talented team of Geography professionals who specialize in travel and tourism geographies!
What You'll Do:
- Your primary responsibilities include researching and analyzing multiple data sources to ascertain accurate geographic data.
- You will assist in continuous maintenance and provide feedback for improvement of databases and data systems used by the Geography Data Team.
- You will work independently to complete daily tasks and communicate status to internal and external clients, including property partners, point-of-sale, and market management representatives.
- You will contribute tourism-relevant geographies in Open Data Communities.
Adhere to and apply Geography Data Team processes in order to meet targets and due dates.
Who You Are:
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Geography or GIS or equivalent experience
- 2 years demonstrated administrative support
- Travel Industry or related experience
- Highly accurate and proficient data entry
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Proficiency with MS Excel
- Proficiency with online mapping tools such as Google Maps and Open Street Maps
- Ability to learn and apply new methods quickly
- Strong communication skills, able to develop productive relationships with peers, partners, and stakeholders
Expedia Group recognizes our success is dependent on the success of our people. We are the world's travel platform, made up of the most knowledgeable, passionate, and creative people in our business. Our brands recognize the power of travel to break down barriers and make people's lives better – that responsibility inspires us to be the place where exceptional people want to do their best work, and to provide them to tools to do so.
Whether you're applying to work in engineering or customer support, marketing or lodging supply, at Expedia Group we act as one team, working towards a common goal; to bring the world within reach. We relentlessly strive for better, but not at the cost of the customer. We act with humility and optimism, respecting ideas big and small. We value diversity and voices of all volumes. We are a global organization but keep our feet on the ground, so we can act fast and stay simple. Our teams also have the chance to give back on a local level and make a
difference through our corporate social responsibility program, Expedia Cares.
Expedia is committed to creating a solid work environment with a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. This employer participates in E-Verify. The employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.
If you have a hunger to make a difference with one of the most loved consumer brands in the world and to work in the dynamic travel industry, this is the job for you.
Please note contractors are engaged to provide services to Expedia Group on a temporary basis in connection with a specific assignment. Contractors are hired and employed through Atrium, our third-party payrolling partner.
As a woman-owned firm, Atrium values diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- GIS: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
