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_**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:

05/08/2025 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time

\# of Positions:

1

Job Type:

Regular

Job End Date:

Exemption Status:

Exempt

Pay Range:

89,918.40 - 108,284.80 Annual

Minimum Age Requirement:

Job Description:

Idaho Power — located in Pocatello, Idaho — is looking for an _Education and Outreach Energy Advisor_ 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.

What does the Education and Outreach Energy Advisor do for us?

They are a key representative for the Company in community outreach, education, and public relations. They develop and maintain relationships with local service organizations (i.e., Lions, Rotary, Kiwanis, senior centers). They coordinate regional volunteer activities (i.e., rake-up events, paint events, local fund-raising events). They help maintain the Company's presence with customers through educational outreach to public audiences. They promote a better understanding of the Company and the electrical utility industry by serving as a liaison through positive public interaction to enhance the company's mission, values, and brand identity.

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.

A COMPETITIVE CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

Knowledge of:

+ Electric utility and energy industries, both U.S. and international

+ Idaho Power Company goals, strategies, policies, and structure

+ Youth and adult learning styles

Preferred:

+ English/Spanish language skills

Skills in:

+ Adapt to various audience settings and group dynamics

+ Formal communication techniques to impact audience understanding

+ Communication, both orally and in writing

+ Effective negotiation

+ Education and training methods and techniques

+ Speaking professionally to a variety of groups/organizations

+ Effective human relations and time management

Ability to:

+ Establish, facilitate, and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and members of the community

+ Operate audio-visual computer equipment, personal computers, and various software programs

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

+ Bachelor's degree

OR

+ An equivalent combination of formal education and experience

Preferred:

+ Bachelor's degree in Education, Communication or business-related field

Experience:

+ 3 years of utility experience with demonstrated presentation experience with emphasis to public audiences

OR

+ 4 years of directly related experience in public/community/education/media relations

Preferred:

+ Experience and course work in public relations and speech/communication or an equivalent combination of appropriate training that provides the desired knowledge, skills, and abilities

Licenses & Certifications:

+ Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Job requires the ability to occasionally bend, stoop and squat, ascend / descend stairs, ladders, climb in to and out of vehicles; twist, kneel, balance; rarely crawl. Rarely lift 10 lbs. shoulder height and above; rarely lift items weighing up to 50 lbs. waist high and knee high; rarely use exertional force less than 50 lbs.; occasionally use two hands to carry items weighing up to 50 lbs. and one hand to carry items weighing up to 25 lbs. Frequent grasping and using fine hand manipulation for small hand tools, driving, computer keyboard. Applicant must be able to perform the essential functions of the job without posing a direct threat of harm to self, others, or property.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Conduct presentations after regular business hours. Occasional overnight travel. As needed may participate in media promotional campaigns.

Competencies:

Building Networks, Communication, Continuous Learning, Delivering High-Impact Presentations, Initiating Action, Planning and Organizing

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_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_** _:_ [email protected]_

_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: [email protected]

Fax: 208-388-6695

Idaho Power Company

Recruiting Office

Boise, ID 83707

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