What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Affairs Director position at Idaho Power Company?
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Application Deadline:
11/25/2025 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time
# of Positions:
1
Job Type:
Regular
Job End Date:
Exemption Status:
Exempt
Pay Range:
Depends on Experience (DOE)
Minimum Age Requirement:
Job Description:
Idaho Power — located in vibrant Boise, Idaho — is looking for an Environmental Affairs Director to join our Power Supply 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 safe, reliable, affordable 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 Environmental Affairs Director do for us?
The Environmental Affairs Director provides strategic leadership for the utility’s environmental and hydro licensing programs. This role oversees environmental compliance, resource management, and all FERC hydro licensing and relicensing efforts. The Director ensures alignment with corporate goals, regulatory requirements, and sustainability objectives, while fostering a culture of compliance and environmental stewardship across the organization. This position serves as a key advisor to executive leadership and represents the company in regulatory, legal, and stakeholder engagements.
Why consider Idaho Power as your next employer? Idaho Power offers an extensive portfolio, a competitive base salary, excellent benefits – including a defined pension plan and short and long-term incentives, stable employment, work-life balance, challenging work in a quickly evolving industry and the opportunity to live, work, and play in a city consistently ranked as one of the best in the country.
A COMPETITIVE CANDIDATE WILL HAVE
Knowledge of:
- Extensive knowledge of FERC hydro licensing, Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act, National Historic Preservation Act, and National Environmental Policy Act
Skills in:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools
- Strong project management, negotiation, and public engagement skills
Ability to:
- Analyze complex regulatory issues and develop strategic solutions
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education:
- Bachelors degree in environmental science, engineering, natural resources, business, or related field
Preferred:
- Masters degree
Experience:
- 10 years of progressive experience in environmental management or hydro licensing
Preferred:
- Utility experience, including project management and regulatory compliance
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 REQUIREMENTS
Travel may be required.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The successful candidate must demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and will be expected to support and facilitate a workplace culture of dignity and respect. Additionally, he/she will be responsible and accountable for supporting the Company's non-union status, its safety culture, event processes, and the accident records of employees in his/her area of responsibility.
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Competencies:
Authenticity, Business Savvy, Compelling Communication, Courage, Customer Focus, Establishing Strategic Direction, Safety Leadership
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