GIS Specialist, Entry Level

About the Role

Barr is seeking a GIS specialist to join our renewable energy team in our Minneapolis, Minnesota, office. This is a hybrid role supporting renewable energy civil design and geotechnical investigation projects (wind, solar, and storage) across North America.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform spatial data analysis using raster and vector datasets.
• Manage, format, and edit datasets to support project needs.
• Create maps and report figures using GIS software.
• Provide GIS support for field investigations, including data collection and processing.
• Complete database entries and queries.
• Support web mapping applications and GIS platforms.
• Coordinate GIS data with other applications such as AutoCAD and Google Earth.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of GIS outputs.
• Identify and communicate best practices and technical solutions.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, geology, environmental science, geography, or a related field; or equivalent experience.
• Experience using Esri ArcGIS Pro for mapping, spatial analysis, and data management.
• Experience sourcing and working with geospatial data from public sources.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship.

Helpful Additional Experience (not Required)

• Master’s degree in GIS, geography, environmental science, geology, or a related field.
• 2+ years of GIS experience, particularly in consulting environments.
• Experience with ArcGIS Online, ArcSDE geodatabases, and scripting (Arcade, Python, JavaScript, etc.).
• Experience with GPS data collection and mobile applications (Esri Field Maps, Survey123).
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, QGIS, Adobe Illustrator, and gINT.