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Application Deadline:

01/21/2025 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time

# of Positions:

1

Job Type:

Regular

Job End Date:

08/28/2026

Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

Pay Range:

29.80 - 35.89 Hourly

Minimum Age Requirement:

Job Description:

Idaho Power — located in vibrant Boise, Idaho — is looking for a temporary Departmental Specialist to join our Fleet 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 a Departmental Specialist do for us?

Under minimum direction and acting on own initiative and direction, they provide complex specialized support for one or more departments or administrative units. Other job duties include:

• Support: Assisting multiple senior managers and staff
• Data Management: Maintaining and analyzing complex data systems for reports and studies and ensuring data accuracy and integrity
• Confidential Work: Handling sensitive tasks that require knowledge of company policies and procedures while maintaining confidentiality at all times

• Project Coordination: Acting as a coordinator for departmental projects and ensuring timely completion and effective communication among team members
• Leadership: Providing guidance to lower-level staff and fostering a collaborative and productive work environment

• Fleet Support: Administration and management of a fleet of approximately 1860 vehicles/equipment across five departments 
• Contract Management: Working with Contracting on fleet-related contracts

• System Management: Ensuring proper integration and management of users and vehicles in Idaho Power systems and troubleshooting issues as needed

• Administrative Tasks: Creating work orders, material requests, and procurement justifications; processing invoices; and ordering materials and parts for jobs and assisting with the setup of new vehicles
• Self-Direction: Demonstrate the ability to independently manage tasks and projects with minimal supervision, exhibit strong organizational skills to prioritize and complete work efficiently, proactively identifies and addresses potential issues, ensure high-quality output, show initiative in seeking out resources and solutions to improve processes and outcomes, and maintain a high level of accountability and responsibility for personal and team performance.

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:

• Project/Data management: Proficiency in all MS Office Apps, including advanced- level Excel, Word, and OneNote.
• Procurement: Understanding of Receiving, Accounting, and Vendor Relations
• Fleet Management: Experience with asset tracking, operator assignment, reporting, Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), event coordination and excellent customer service
• The use and navigation of an Asset Management software

Preferred:

• Familiarity with Smartsheet’s, Power BI, SharePoint, Asset Works, Asset Suit, Adobe, Kofax, and Teams

Skills in:

• Computer Systems and Software: Generating queries and reports using a variety of computer systems and software and interpreting data and provide actionable insights
• Data Entry: Process following, accuracy and detail origination, attention to detail, and process adherence
• Written Communications: Strong editing and proofreading skills for correspondence, technical documents, ensuring proper punctuation, spelling, and grammar

Ability to:

• Understand and apply basic mathematical calculations and concepts involving fractions, decimals, percentages, etc.

• Self-manage projects from multiple sources, ensuring timely and efficient completion
• Work collaboratively as part of a team, contributing to a positive and productive work environment

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• High school Diploma or GED

Experience:

• 3 or more years of related experience

OR

• An equivalent combination of formal education and work experience

Preferred:

• 2 years of company experience
• Experience in Fleet management software or Fleet Operations

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.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Temporary employees are eligible to apply for internal job postings. Internal, regular employees who are successful candidates will be placed as regular employees in a Temporary Duty Assignment job classification. In order for your current position to be held for your return, qualified employees must have supervisory approval to participate and have been in their current position for at least six months.

Competencies:

Adaptability, Collaborating, Communication, Customer Orientation, Initiating Action, Managing Work, Quality Orientation

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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.