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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:

05/14/2025 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time

\# of Positions:

1

Job Type:

Regular

Job End Date:

Exemption Status:

Exempt

Pay Range:

$86,632.00 - $125,673.60 Annually

Minimum Age Requirement:

Job Description:

Idaho Power — located in vibrant Boise, Idaho — is looking for a _Human Resources Professional or Senior_ to join our Human Resources 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 a Human Resources Professional or Senior do for us?

The Benefits HR Professional will play a key role in supporting our total rewards strategy and ensuring the optimal administration of our health and welfare benefit plans. Utilizing strong benefits expertise, they will oversee, administer, and advise on benefits related policies, programs, and processes; manage vendor relationships; and continuously analyze programs to improve and align with organizational and employee needs.

This individual will also:

+ Effectively apply knowledge and experience in benefits management to optimize offerings, streamline enrollment processes, and address employee concerns

+ Provide guidance and education to employees and leaders on benefits programs, policies, and available resources

+ Lead efforts focused on program/process improvements, requests for proposals, vendor negotiations, and new initiative implementations to support employee well-being and retention

+ Conduct benefits benchmarking analysis to compare company offerings with industry standards, ensuring competitive and cost-effective benefits that attract and retain top talent

+ Administer annual benefit open enrollment, including marketing and scheduling of educational meetings, and presentations on benefits offerings

+ Coordinate benefits strategic planning, including plan design, legislative changes, and funding

+ Ensures compliance with internal policies and all federal, state, and local regulations

+ Provide benefits reports and cost analysis

+ Partner and consult with HR colleagues and business leaders across the enterprise to interpret business issues and recommend solutions

+ Partner closely with external vendors, brokers, and third-party administrators to ensure high-quality service and cost-effective plans

+ Serves as the HIPAA Compliance Officer and coordinates transfer of data to external contacts for services, premiums, and plan administration

+ Oversees benefits audits, compliance filings, mandatory notices and communications

+ Collaborates and/or coordinates special projects with HR colleagues

+ May assist with the administration of retirement, and leaves and disability plans

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:

+ Benefits administration

+ Benefits-related laws and regulations at the local, state, and federal level, including ERISA, HIPAA, COBRA, ACA, FMLA

Preferred:

+ Self-funded insurance plan administration

Skills in:

+ Strong analytical skills and thorough knowledge of plan designs

+ Interpersonal skills to support sensitive and confidential situations

+ Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.) and HRIS

+ Developing benefits presentations and marketing materials

**Preferred** :

+ Workday HRIS

Ability to:

+ Manage multiple tasks/projects and deadlines, with ability to plan, prioritize, and regularly improve processes

+ Effectively summarize and present complex or unfamiliar information for a variety of audiences

+ Think critically and solve problems both independently and collaboratively as needed

+ Exercise strong judgment and decision making

+ Influence employees and leaders at all levels of the organization

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Human Resources Professional:

Education:

+ Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of formal education and experience

Preferred:

+ Bachelor's degree or related certifications

Experience:

+ 3 years of professional/advanced HR experience

Preferred:

+ 3 years of benefits related experience

Licenses & Certifications:

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

Senior Human Resources Professional:

Education:

+ Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of formal education and experience

Preferred:

+ Advanced degree or related certifications

Experience:

+ 5 years of professional/advanced HR experience

Preferred:

+ 5 years of benefits related experience

Licenses & Certifications:

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

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires working at a desk/computer for extended periods of time. It 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 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.

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Competencies:

Adaptability, Building Partnerships, Communication, Courage, Decision Making, 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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