Geospatial Analyst or Senior

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Company: Idaho Power Company

Location: Boise, ID 83709

Description:

**If you are a current Idaho Power employee, please apply through the Employee Portal.

Application Deadline:
04/27/2025 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 Geospatial Analyst or Senior to join our Information 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 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 Geospatial Analyst or Senior do for us?

This individual will support the geospatial information needs of company business processes. They apply geospatial and computing technologies to solve problems and facilitate decisions, in support of internal customer projects. They also apply technical Geographic Information System (GIS) knowledge and expertise in the design, development, management, analysis, integration, and administration of geospatial and relational database systems. They manage geospatial data to ensure the accuracy, integrity, and security of enterprise information system components. Will apply Enterprise GIS technology to create web-based applications consuming enterprise and project geospatial data to support business decisions and workflows.

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:
  • Geography, spatial analysis, and remote sensing
  • Application and best practices of Esri GIS software
  • Requirements management from planning through execution
  • Enterprise and cloud computing systems, including the interrelationships between components such as servers, storage devices, networks, desktop computers, and mobile devices

Preferred:
  • Requirements management and business case development
  • Digital image and LiDAR data processing Calcite and JavaScript

Skills in:
  • ArcGIS Pro, Arc Catalog, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, Field Maps, and Survey123 Providing GIS project-level support and troubleshooting
  • Effectively communicating with internal customers to assess and fulfill GIS support needs
  • Using GIS tools to design, develop, document, and analyze spatial data Integrating spatial and non-spatial data for enhancing decision-making
  • Querying, cleaning, and analyzing data using Python, SQL, and Excel

Preferred:
  • Business case development Developing and tracking project requirements
  • Managing application release cycles and versioning
  • Python, C#, and Arcade for geospatial automation and scripting
  • Working with ArcGIS, GeoEvent Server, and ArcGIS Image Server

Ability to:
  • Effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
  • Interact effectively with other employees regarding GIS issues
  • Understand and carry out complex written and verbal instructions
  • Adapt readily to new situations
  • Work in a team environment under moderate supervision
  • Troubleshoot problems with computer hardware and software


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Geospatial Analyst:

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Cartography, Computer Science, or closely related field

OR
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred:
  • College course work specific to ArcGIS, ArcGIS Enterprise, and other Environmental Systems Research Institute (ESRI) software

Experience:
  • 3 years of experience in the application of GIS technology, including a minimum of 2 years of experience with ArcGIS software

Preferred:
  • Demonstrated experience in managing GIS projects and release cycles
  • Demonstrated experience in developing centrally managed GIS applications, particularly as they related to ESRI software ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, Field Maps and Survey 123
  • Experience creating Power BI dashboards and reports


Senior Geospatial Analyst:

Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Cartography, Computer Science, or closely related field

OR
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred:
  • Master's degree in Geographic Information Systems (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:
  • 6 years of experience in the application of GIS technology, including a minimum of 5 years of experience with ArcGIS software

Preferred:
  • Demonstrated experience using ArcGIS, and other ESRI software
  • Demonstrated experience in managing GIS projects from business case development to implementation
  • Demonstrated experience in developing centrally managed GIS applications, particularly as they relate to ESRI software, ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online, Field Maps, Survey 123, and Workforce
  • Experience creating Power BI dashboards and reports Demonstrated experience using DRONE2MAP and/or Pix4D


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 Customer Loyalty, Communication, Continuous Learning, Decision Making, Work Standards

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: jobs@idahopower.com

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.

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