GIS Utility Model Analyst or Senior

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Idaho Power — located in vibrant Boise, Idaho — is looking for a GIS Utility Model Analyst or Senior to join our Informational Technology 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, and 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 a GIS Utility Model Analyst do for us?

The GIS Utility Model Analyst supports the accuracy and integrity of the company's enterprise GIS and electric system digital twin by maintaining, analyzing and updating geospatial and electrical network data. Working closely with engineering, operations, dispatch, design, and field teams, this role ensures GIS models accurately represent real-world electric infrastructure from generation to customer meters. Responsibilities include editing and maintaining GIS data using ArcGIS and ArcFM platforms, processing as-builts, redlines, and construction updates, performing data quality validation and electrical model analysis, supporting operational and outage management systems, and producing maps and technical deliverables for internal stakeholders. This position applies GIS expertise and foundational electrical system knowledge to support safe, reliable utility operations while ensuring geospatial data remains accurate, current, and aligned with enterprise standards and business needs.

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:

• Current versions of ArcGIS Software, Windows, basic electricity concepts, electrical schematic understanding, file management

Preferred:

• ESRI’s GIS software such as ArcPro, ArcCatalog, ArcMap, etc.
• Electrical flow models, electrical schematics and design

Skills in:

• Strong interpersonal communication, problem solving, customer service, and time management skills

Ability to:

• Establish and maintain rapport with internal customers
• Accept responsibility, adapt readily to new situations, work in a team environment
• Highly accurate and detail-oriented, meet accepted deadlines

Preferred:

• Learn quickly and understand technical systems integrate with GIS

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

GIS Utility Model Analyst:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in geographic information systems (GIS), geography, cartography, computer science, or closely related field

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• An equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred:

• Master's degree in GIS, geography, cartography, computer science, or closely related field
• College coursework specific to ArcGIS, ArcGIS Enterprise, and other Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) software

Experience:

• 2 years of work experience in a GIS field including a minimum of 1 year of experience with ArcGIS software

Preferred:

• Demonstrated experience in utility energy management system

Senior GIS Utility Model Analyst:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in geographic information systems (GIS), geography, cartography, computer science, or closely related field

OR

• An equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in GIS, geography, cartography, computer science, or closely related field
• College coursework specific to ArcGIS, ArcGIS Enterprise, and other Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) software

Experience:

• 4 or more years of experience with GIS technology including a minimum of 1 year of experience with ArcGIS software

Preferred:

• Demonstrated experience in utility energy management system

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
Works in a hybrid role in Boise, ID reporting to Idaho Power headquarters to support the GIS Mapping team. Requires occasional visits to regional offices for presentations and support.

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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.

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About Us

With 17 hydroelectric power plants along the Snake River and its tributaries, Idaho Power is proud to provide safe, reliable, and affordable energy to customers in southern Idaho and eastern Oregon.

Our nearly 2,200 employees serve more than 650,000 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 hard to keep our communities safe, connected, and thriving. We hope you’ll join us.

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Phone: 208-388-2965

Email: jobs@idahopower.com

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