Analyst, GIS

DESRI • Portland, ME

2d • $80,000 - $90,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

DESRI is seeking a talented and highly motivated GIS Analyst to join its Development team and GIS department. As a collaborative member of the team, this individual will apply geospatial expertise across renewable energy project development, supporting data management, spatial analysis, permitting, and land workflows. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of the renewable energy development process, the regulatory and land context behind geospatial data, and an interest in emerging GIS technologies, including AI-assisted workflows. This is a high-impact, cross-functional role with visibility across active projects at every stage of the development lifecycle. This position is based in DESRI's Portland, Maine office and requires an in-office presence four days per week.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, or a related field.
• Two or more years of professional GIS experience.
• Proficiency with ArcGIS Pro.
• Experience supporting renewable energy, environmental, land development, or utility projects through geospatial analysis and data management.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a collaborative environment.
• Ability to work from DESRI's Portland, Maine office four days per week as part of the team's hybrid work schedule.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Python, GIS automation, or AI-assisted workflows.
• Experience with utility-scale renewable energy projects.
• Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Experience with SQL.
• Experience with remote sensing.
• Experience with cloud-based imagery.

Responsibilities

• Support DESRI's Development team and GIS department by providing geospatial analysis, mapping, and data management that advances renewable energy projects from early-stage siting through permitting, construction, and long-term operations.
• Collaborate with colleagues across Land, Engineering, Environmental, Construction, and Asset Management to deliver spatial insights that inform critical project decisions.
• Develop and maintain site suitability, environmental constraints, and regulatory GIS datasets.
• Support project siting and land acquisition through parcel management, land ownership analysis, and acreage calculations.
• Prepare GIS data packages, exhibit maps, and spatial analyses for permitting and environmental review.
• Manage project geodatabases and ensure data quality.
• Perform spatial analysis and terrain modeling to support project evaluation.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants.
• Respond to mapping and analytical requests across the organization.
• Support GIS activities throughout construction and operations.
• Evaluate emerging GIS technologies, automation, and AI-assisted workflows to improve project execution.

Benefits

• Variable compensation in the form of a year-end bonus, guaranteed in the first year of hire.
• Medical and prescription drug coverage.
• 401(k) contribution matching.
• Paid time off.
• Wellness reimbursement.
• Family building benefits.
• Charitable gift match program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level