Job Description

At Freeport-McMoRan, we are committed to providing an employment package that recognizes excellence, encourages safe production and a culture supported by our core values. Here, you’ll find a collaborative environment where safety is a top priority, all opinions are valued, and people are empowered to grow in their career. Apply Today!  

Where You Will Work 

Located approximately 50 miles northeast of Safford, Arizona on U.S. Highway 191, Morenci operations (an open-pit copper mining complex) has been in continuous operation since 1939. The operation consists of two concentrators, crushed-ore leach pad and stacking system, a low-grade run-of-mine (ROM) leaching system; four SX plants; and three EW tank houses that produce copper cathode.

Morenci is a unique company town where our employees and their families can reconnect with nature through hiking, fishing, camping, hunting and numerous parks. The company offers several amenities, including company housing OR employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines, a newly constructed daycare and community center, library, health-care facilities, state-of-the-art fitness centers, a movie theater and a skate park. Our dedicated Parks and Recreation Division plans activities for people of all ages, making sure there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Visit the Morenci town  website to learn more.

This position may be eligible for Freeport-McMoRan immigration work visa sponsorship.

What You Will Do

Assist operations in resolving land and water right issues, in order to secure sufficient land and water resources to support operations and protect share holder value.

• Prepare land and water audits and other land and water right reports, and assist operations in resolving land and water rights issues
• Lead specific land and water rights research projects; develop Scopes of Work and RFPs; procure and supervise consultants, administer projects, manage budgets, and edit reports
• Conduct land and water right related regulatory and technical research
• Provide assistance to operations with land and water right applications, land and well permitting, and regulatory water use reporting
• Manage land and water issues tracking, land and water rights databases, and land and water asset valuation databases
• Assist in evaluating of water supply issues and planning
• Perform other duties as required

What You Bring To Freeport

• Bachelor's degree in Geography, Hydrology, Political Science, Environmental Resource Management or equivalent experience, and five (5) years experience related to water rights regulation and administration, including planning, project management and database administration
• Knowledge and understanding of applicable water right policies and water laws and regulations as they apply to the various mining operations
• Excellent research skills; ability to conduct Internet research and analyze land water related policies, laws and regulations and to draw valid conclusions
• Ability to take the initiative and manage issues proactively
• Ability to use appropriate analytical and problem solving techniques and software, think creatively to conceive innovative solutions
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Work, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions
• Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) Certification

Preferred

• Competent with GIS software
• Basic knowledge of hydrogeology
• Basic knowledge of real estate transactions
• Familiarity with the 1872 Mining Law
• Basic accounting skills
• Project management experience

• What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently  $85,000-$116,500 This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional discretionary and incentive payment considerations based on company and individual performance. More details will be shared during the hiring process. Click here to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role. 

• Employees who are required to work on-site are eligible for a $750 monthly housing allowance, provided they meet program guidelines
• Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits 
• Company-paid life and disability insurance 
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match 
• Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave 
• Tuition assistance 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Discounted insurance plans for pet, auto, home and vehicle 
• Internal progression opportunities 
• Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package! 

What We Require  

• Candidates may be required to pass a medical exam. 
• Candidates must pass all required training and/or testing. 
• Employees may be required to work a non-standard schedule, which may include shift work (other than day shift) at a 24/7, 365-day operation. 
• Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing and on-going drug and alcohol testing, as allowed by applicable laws. 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Please be advised that Freeport-McMoRan will never request payment for job-related expenses from applicants. If you receive any suspicious emails, please disregard them, and report the incident to HRSC@fmi.com