**_**If you are a current Idaho Power employee, please apply through the_** **_Employee Portal (https://www.myworkday.com/idahopowercompany/d/task/12709$9.htmld) ._** **Application Deadline:** 02/19/2025 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time **\# of Positions:** 1 **Job Type:** Regular **Job End Date:** **Exemption Status:** Exempt **Pay Range:** $104,332.80 - $125,673.60 Annually **Minimum Age Requirement:** **Job Description:** Idaho Power — located in vibrant Boise, Idaho — is looking for an _Event Management and Wildfire Mitigation Specialist_ to join our Customer Operations team. It’s an exciting time to work for Idaho Power. Our work plays a critical role in communities we serve across Idaho and Oregon, and we’re working hard to safely provide our customers with the reliable, affordable, clean energy they depend on. While this position is based at Idaho Power’s downtown Boise location, we offer both flexible schedules and the opportunity to work up to 40% remote. **What does an** **Event Management and Wildfire Mitigation Specialist** **do for us?** This position will play a key role in developing and implementing a comprehensive wildfire and PSPS response strategy. This includes coordinating pre-event planning, real-time event management, and post-incident reviews. The role oversees pre-season procedure development and monitors outage activities, and communication during events to ensure accurate and timely information is provided to customers and internal teams. Key responsibilities include conducting tabletop exercises, tracking action items, and refining procedures to enhance organizational readiness and resilience. This role also develops and supports customer programs, collaborates on local wildfire mitigation planning, and provides training to internal teams to ensure preparedness. By centralizing these efforts, the role streamlines event response, allowing operational teams to focus on grid safety, restoration, and wildfire mitigation. In addition to the meaningful work we do, we offer work-life balance, competitive pay and benefits, an employee incentive plan, and both a 401k employer-match and a pension plan, making Idaho Power one of the best employers in the state. **REQUIRED SKILLS** **Knowledge of:** + Common software programs such as Internet Explorer, Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint + Energy efficiency terms and products and utility company operations **Preferred:** + Wildfire hazards, risks, and vulnerabilities + Data management + Wildfire risk assessment theory and risk mitigation strategy development **Skills in:** + Strong project management, managing all facets of large, complex projects + Interpersonal communication + Clear and concise writing + Organization + Customer service + In depth data analysis and reporting knowledge, including the ability to present program information effectively to internal and external audiences + Program planning and development + Product marketing campaigns and tactics + Issue resolution **Preferred:** + Wildfire mitigation program planning and development + Identifying new and innovative wildfire mitigation strategies **Ability to:** + Manage multiple projects + Create and implement complex solutions for wildfire mitigation + Analyze root causes and recommend practical and effective solutions + Work effectively in a team environment + Prepare written and oral reports + Work effectively with a diverse group of people + Work independently/self-starter **Preferred:** + Comprehend technical issues and opportunities + Negotiate complex issues + Analyze data to produce key performance indicators **MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS** **Education:** + Bachelor's degree **OR** + An equivalent combination of education and experience **Preferred:** + Bachelor’s degree in forestry, environmental science, business, engineering, accounting, mathematics, or statistics **Experience:** + 5 years of experience in utility operations, wildfire mitigation projects, or program management **Preferred:** + Wildfire risk mitigation activity implementation, fire suppression and response, incident command procedures, management of small to medium scale projects **Licenses & Certifications:** + Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position **PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS** This position requires both office work and field work. The office work requires working at a desk/computer. It also requires the use of office equipment, fine motor skills including typing on the computer, dialing phones, filing paper, and working in close proximity to other people. There may be occasional lifts of no more than 10 lbs. The field work consists of meeting at outdoor worksites and off-site meeting areas. Driving is performed frequently. Lifts no greater than 10lbs are performed occasionally and occasional walking is required on sometimes rough, uneven ground. Stooping, bending, and standing is performed occasionally. The above is a summary of the primary essential functions of the position. This job may require the performance of additional tasks assigned by company leaders or management. Questions regarding job requirements or accommodation requests should be directed to Human Resources. \#IPC1 **Competencies:** Adaptability, Building Partnerships, Communication, Customer Orientation, Decision Making, Influencing, Planning and Organizing, Work Standards __________________________________ **_Need Assistance Completing Your Application?_** _Please contact our Recruiting Office if you have questions, require assistance or accommodation while applying for employment with Idaho Power Company:_ **_Phone_** _: 208-388-2965 or_ **_Email_** _:_ _jobs@idahopower.com_ **_Idaho Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer_** _We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer_ . _All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, marital status, and any other status protected by applicable federal and state laws._ **Please note: Idaho Power will not provide sponsorship for obtaining an employment visa, such as an H-1B visa.** About Us With 17 hydroelectric power plants along the Snake River and its tributaries, Idaho Power is proud to provide reliable, affordable, clean energy to customers in southern Idaho and eastern Oregon. Our nearly 2,000 employees serve more than 600,000 customers in a service area spanning an estimated 24,000 square miles. They live, work and play in some of the most beautiful and rugged landscapes in the West. We’re working toward our goal of providing 100% clean energy by 2045 (https://www.idahopower.com/energy-environment/energy/clean-today-cleaner-tomorrow/) . We hope you’ll join us. Contact Information Phone: 208-388-2965 Email: jobs@idahopower.com Fax: 208-388-6695 Idaho Power Company Recruiting Office P.O. Box 70 Boise, ID 83707 Important Information Your Rights as an Applicant (https://www.idahopower.com/about-us/careers/your-rights-as-an-applicant/) Careers FAQs Benefits of Working for Idaho Power (https://docs.idahopower.com/pdfs/Careers/Benefits\_Summary.pdf#page=2) Return to Careers Home