Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Manager

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As a record-breaking, unrivaled technology leader, 8minute Solar Energy (8minute) is championing the clean energy transition in the United States and shaping the future of energy through its next generation of smart solar power plants. Since its founding in 2009, 8minute has successfully put 2 GW of solar projects in operation and currently has over 18 GW of solar and 24 GWh of energy storage projects under development. By prioritizing technology and engineering innovation, 8minute's best-in-class team has continued to set new industry records: developing the largest solar plant in the nation starting in 2011, delivering the first operational solar plant in the U.S. to beat fossil fuel prices in 2016, and securing a deal to deliver solar with storage at record-low prices in 2019. Now one of the largest solar developers in the country with an established track record of delivering above-market profitability, 8minute's relentless pursuit of smart energy generation is unlocking growth and expanding access to affordable and reliable clean energy. For more information, please visit www.8minute.com, and follow 8minute on Twitter and LinkedIn.

About the Position:

8minute Solar Energy seeks an experienced Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Manager. This important and dynamic role supports all stages of project development. Among other responsibilities, the GIS Manager will assist in site identification, initial constraints analysis, origination, land acquisition, and permitting. Candidates must have extensive experience with Enterprise and Desktop GIS, both aptitude and willingness to acquire new proficiencies and innovate to meet changing needs, and ability to work well in a cross-cultural and geographically dispersed team. Previous experience in renewable energy and/or greenfield development experience is a plus.

Essential Function and Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain geospatial data libraries
• Use GIS software to perform geoprocessing tasks, data digitization, and feature creation
• Convert geospatial data into various formats (e.g., .shp to .kmz, CAD to .shp, etc.)
• Publish and maintain geospatial datasets, maps, and apps on an Enterprise GIS Portal
• Assist the land acquisition team in market prospecting efforts
• Perform critical issues analyses to identify development risks
• Create cartographically-sound maps to support RFPs, permitting applications, and marketing materials
• Perform spatial analyses to assess site constructability issues (e.g., soils, geology, slope, hydro)
• Conduct spatial analyses to produce temporary and permanent disturbance acreage estimates
• Assist the permit compliance team by developing GIS solutions to increase permit compliance efficiency, calculate mitigation obligations, and control and reduce costs
• Assist the regulatory affairs team by conducting geospatial analyses and producing maps that depict the implications of potential policy changes
• Work effectively as a member of a cross-functional development team proactively identifying issues and develop GIS solutions to address issues

Skills:

• Master's degree in GIS, Geography, Planning, GIScience, Computer Science, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field
• 5 years experience conducting geospatial analyses
• Proficiency in ArcPro, ArcGIS 10.X, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, Python, Spatial Analyst, and ModelBuilder
• Knowledge of field data collection methods and GPS technologies
• Expertise in cartographic principles and map creation
• Relevant experience and expertise performing raster- and vector-based spatial analyses
• Experience building and maintaining geospatial data libraries
• Understanding of versioning/ collaborative data editing
• Experience creating web map applications
• Knowledge of natural resource impact analysis and development permitting implications
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a cross-functional development team and proactively identify and address cross-functional issues
• Experience working with CAD data
• Proficiency with QGIS, GRASS, and other GIS software packages
• Experience supporting greenfield development is desirable
• CEQA and NEPA experience is desirable

8minute Solar Energy offers competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package, including 401(k) and fully paid medical and dental benefits and unlimited PTO. We are an equal opportunity employer.

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