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Application Deadline:

12/25/2024 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time

# of Positions:

1

Job Type:

Regular

Job End Date:

Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

Pay Range:

$24.75 - $29.80 Hourly

Minimum Age Requirement:

Job Description:

Idaho Power Company (IPC) — located in vibrant Boise, Idaho — is looking for a Security Specialist to join our Corporate Security 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 Security Specialist do for us?

With general oversight, the Security Specialist is responsible for: delivering and promoting positive security interactions and customer service to employees, vendors, contractors and the public at Idaho Power facilities; monitoring the duties of contracted guard service personnel; scheduling and conducting training programs to facilitate functional understanding of Physical Security’s guard operations and processes; contributing and updating Physical Security guard operations best practices; executing and overseeing the visitor management program; responding to intrusion detection incidents; participating in reviews and updates of Physical Security standards and programs; and assisting with security incident response and reporting.

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:

Asset protection as demonstrated by ASIS International
Law enforcement agencies in the IPC service area
Microsoft Office software and PC applications

Preferred:

Utility structure and compliance requirements
Genetec security platform and technologies or other VMS/Access Control platforms
Access provisioning
CCTV systems and hardware

Skills In:

Scheduling, planning, and organizing
Strong communication skills
Building relationships
Security incident management and documentation
Investigations

Ability To:

Apply sound business practices and economic principles to ensure efficient use of resources and improve physical security guard processes
Deal safely and effectively with persons exhibiting aggressive and/or violent behavior
Learn and adapt quickly to new software platforms and processes used in the course and scope of the Physical Security role
Develop, coach, and follow up on the contracted guard program operations.

Education:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

High School Diploma or GED

Experience:

2 years of experience in physical security

Preferred:

2 or more years of demonstrated physical security supervising experience
Experience using physical security technology platforms

Licenses & Certifications:

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

Preferred:

APP – Associate Protection Professional
PSP – Physical Security Professional
CPP – Certified Protection Professional

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position is classified as sedentary/light and requires 95% office work and 5% working in the field. Must be able to perform physical tasks necessary to complete incident response; rarely lift, carry, push/pull objects during an incident investigation; work independently with management, personnel, external customers such as law enforcement to deliver corporate security objectives.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

The successful candidate for this position will be required to complete scheduled compliance training and submit to periodic background investigations as mandated by NERC. Reliable means of communication and transportation. Must be part of an ongoing revolving duty schedule involving being on-call 24 hours a day/7 days a week for two weeks straight. Must be able to respond to intrusion detection incidents and emergency response situations. Minimal travel required within the Idaho Power service territory, with rare overnight stays.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Works independently, under minimal supervision with general to moderate scope. Prepares and presents reports as needed. Ensures contract guard personnel follow IPC processes and procedures. Ability to work within a budget.

Competencies:

Adaptability, Applied Learning, Building Customer Loyalty, Collaborating, Communication, Managing Work, Quality Orientation, Safety Focus

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.

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: jobs@idahopower.com

Fax: 208-388-6695

Idaho Power Company

Recruiting Office

P.O. Box 70

Boise, ID 83707

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