Resource Scientist or Senior Resource Scientist – Anadromous Fish

Idaho Power Company; Boise (ID); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Flexible schedules

Up to 40% remote

Employee incentive plan

401k employer-match

Job summary

Idaho Power Company in Boise, Idaho, is hiring a Resource Scientist or Senior Resource Scientist for our Power Supply team. The role offers flexible schedules and up to 40% remote work, with potential relocation assistance for the successful candidate.

The position involves leading an Anadromous Fish evaluation and habitat projects, coordinating with agencies, and mentoring staff while delivering data-driven reports and analyses.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Natural Resources, Environmental Science, or Biology from an accredited institution.
• 3 years of related experience are preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Valid DOT Medical Card or ability to obtain prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Lead components of an Anadromous Fish evaluation, placement, and monitoring plan.
• Coordinate with state and federal agencies; plan fieldwork and data collection.
• Mentor environmental staff and lead field crews; manage data and reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Computer proficiency

Data synthesis

Education

Master of Science in Natural Resources, Environmental Science, or Biology

Tools

Radio telemetry

Aerial drones

PIT tags

Screw traps

Picket-style weir traps

Job description

Application Deadline:

11/16/2026 at 11:59 pm Mountain Time

# of Positions:

1

Job Type:

Regular

Exemption Status:

Exempt

Pay Range:

$89,668.80 - $140,108.80

Job Description:

Idaho Power — located in vibrant Boise, Idaho — is looking for a Resource Scientist or Senior Resource Scientist 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 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. Relocation assistance may also be provided to the successful candidate.

What does a Resource Scientist or Senior Resource Scientist do for us?

Operating under general supervision and oversight, a Resource Scientist has an intermediate level of technical expertise in their field. They apply appropriate scientific methods and literature to address research questions. With increasing experience, this role plans and leads multiple simple projects or an intermediate complex project, increasingly interfacing with internal departments and external organizations, and receives guidance from leaders and other scientist or environmental professionals as needed. A Senior Resource Scientist may lead multiple complex projects with a team of employees and/or contractors on a project basis. Additionally, a Senior Resource Scientist mentors other environmental professionals and staff as needed.

The Anadromous Fish Evaluation Resource Scientist or Senior Resource Scientist will lead several components of an anadromous fish placement, evaluation, and monitoring plan. Key responsibilities include leading adult placement and spawning evaluations, evaluations of natural fish production including the collections and monitoring of juvenile fish, juvenile fish entrainment potential, and general and detailed habitat evaluations. Plan implementation will require frequent collaboration and consultation with state and federal agencies. The position will lead field crews collecting data and conducting work using a variety of sampling/monitoring equipment, including radio telemetry, aerial drones, PIT tags and permanent antennas, genetic tissue samples, screw traps, and picket-style weir traps. The position will also have a key role in planning and implementing a watershed-level habitat enhancement program focused on improving aquatic habitat and fish passage. Responsibilities will include coordinating with agency and project partners and helping lead the development and implementation of habitat enhancement and fish passage projects. Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills are required to effectively analyze data, create annual reports, and present project work plans and results to consulting entities.

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:

• General knowledge of natural resources principles and the application of scientific methods
• Moderate degree of specific knowledge related to the resource discipline and how it relates to electric utility operations and the business environment

Preferred:

• o Moderate knowledge and understanding of natural resources principles and the application of scientific methods and sampling designs and statistical analyses
• o Moderate level of specific knowledge related to the resource discipline and how it relates to electric utility operations and the business environment

Skills in:

• Interdisciplinary skills
• Effective oral and written communication
• Proficient use of computers and software related to position
• Proficiency in synthesizing data

Preferred:

• o Demonstrated interdisciplinary skills
• o Proficient in independent oral and written communication with the ability to convey complex fisheries science and management concepts to diverse internal/external stakeholders
• o Proficient use of computers and software related to environmental research
• o Moderate to high-level understanding and knowledge of fishery principles and the application of scientific data and analyses
• o Demonstrated ability to integrate and apply knowledge from multiple disciplines such as fisheries science, ecology, and resource management

Ability to:

• Manage and coordinate simple to moderately complex projects
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Work effectively both independently and on project teams
• Develop alternatives and work collaboratively with others to evaluate their value and potential for meeting company needs
• Analyze complex datasets and databases
• Produce professional written and oral reports of issues, alternatives, and recommendations

Preferred:

• o Manage and coordinate moderately complex projects
• o Establish and maintain effective, professional working relationships
• o Work effectively both independently and on project teams
• o Independently develop alternatives and work collaboratively with others to evaluate their value and potential for meeting program and company needs
• o Conduct analyses of complex datasets and databases

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Resource Scientist

Education:

• Master of Science in Natural Resources, Environmental Science, or Biology from an accredited institution

Preferred:

• o Master of Science in Natural Resources, Environmental Resources, or Biology related field – Thesis based

Experience:

• N/A

Preferred:

• o 3 years of related experience

Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position
• Valid Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Card or ability to obtain prior to hire

Preferred:

• o Relevant professional societies or organizations

Senior Resource Scientist

Education:

• Master of Science in Natural Resources, Environmental Science, or Biology from an accredited institution

Preferred:

• o Master of Science in Natural Resources, Environmental Resources, or Biology related field – Thesis based

Experience:

• 5 years of related experience

Preferred:

• o 7 years of related experience

Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record based on driving requirements for the position
• Valid Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Card or ability to obtain prior to hire

Preferred:

• o Relevant professional societies or organizations

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position walks/hikes up to 1-3 miles on ascents/descents and at times on steep, unconsolidated slopes, in all seasons/weather conditions, (with the ability to take self-paced breaks when needed). A 40 lbs. backpack may be carried. Lifting up to 50 lbs. to waist height, 50 lbs. shoulder height/overhead, and pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs. is performed occasionally. Squatting and crouching is performed occasionally. Stooping/bending, kneeling, reaching, and twisting are required frequently. Climbing is required occasionally onto/from equipment and machinery. Operation of ATVs, UTVs, and jet boats in river conditions, may be required to reach habitats. Job placement is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical evaluation, the Department of Transportation (DOT) medical certificate exam. 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 with out-of-town stays will be required.

Competencies:

Building Partnerships, Communication, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Safety Focus, Work Standards

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.