Why You Should Apply for This Job
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Where You Will Work
Our global headquarters is in Phoenix, Arizona. Several hundred employees support our operations in finance, human resources, health and safety, information technology, planning, and more. Our flexible work program allows employees to work virtually as well as come together in person when needed at our Collaboration Hub in Phoenix and/or one of our site locations. Employees can work remotely from most states in the U.S., with the exception of California, Connecticut, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma and South Carolina. Additional states may be excluded from remote work based on business factors. Should the position shift to in-person (office/site) work in the future, the company will offer relocation benefits at that time, so long as the position meets the established eligibility for these benefits.
Description
Participates in the execution and evolution of the Company's social responsibility strategy and community development policies, standards, practices and programs in areas of Tribal relationships. Identifies, develops, supports, and/or implements strategic sustainable community development programs, including both thematic, risk centered, portfolio wide or regional efforts as well as site-specific activities that mitigate risk and protect social license to operate. Participates with programs and processes key to sites ability to operate including but not limited to social investment, local contributions, stakeholder engagement, capacity building, program promotion and evaluation, and internal business coordination. Monitors and responds to actual and potential social issues, impacts and risks that will or could affect the Corporation or Operations.
- Lead the development and management of stakeholder engagement initiatives that address the unique risks, needs and opportunities of the assigned Tribal regions and company sites
- Includes management of 100 to 400+ stakeholders with some level of influence over social license to operate, with 20 to 40 that are considered “high influence/risk” related to the site’s ability to operate, and 40 to 200 that require more significant/intensive engagement approaches
- Guide the site Stakeholder Engagement team to ensure critical coordination of relationship management and monitoring of sentiment or risk profile
- Develop, maintain and build relationships with key community leaders on behalf of the company and local operations, and provide information in an accurate and timely manner as needed
- Monitor/respond to community inquiries, requests, concerns and/or questions and assist the sites or corporate Community Grievance Officers
- Facilitate any necessary community research such as public opinion/attitude surveys, baseline social needs assessments, etc.
- Coordinate with the regulatory-mandated stakeholder engagement efforts for permitting, closure, and remediation activities
- Provides guidance and counsel to the Corporate and site management team on applicable programs, practices and processes
- Advance social investment processes and projects, including the formal Community Investment Fund(s) and site contributions in consultation with Enterprise staff when necessary; ensure accountability with tribal and external organizational recipients and provide technical guidance to potential applicants on project design, sustainability effectiveness, and achievement of outcomes
- Ensure all investments are based on stakeholder input, address site risks and/or drive sustainable community development
- Develop, provide recommendations and manage activities that advance tribal and community leadership, self-sufficiency, and sustainability, ultimately reducing community dependency on the mining operations that prepares stakeholders for eventual closure
- Coordinate with Enterprise staff to provide technical expertise to external stakeholders, cultivating a self-sustaining mind-set, engaging leaders in the various capacity-building programs offered, and identifying and creating additional opportunities to diversify local economies that create long-term viability
- Consult with various technical teams and other staff to manage current or potential social impacts of operational activities
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Community/Sustainable Development, Business Administration/Economics, International Relations, or other Social or Environmental Sciences and seven (7) years of direct experience in one (1) or more of the fields listed above, and three (3) years of lead or supervisory experience; OR
- Bachelor's degree in Community or Public Relations, Social Work, Sociology/Social Science, Environmental Science, Sustainable (or Economic) Development, Marketing, Business or related field and nine (9) years of direct experience in one (1) or more of the fields listed above, and three (3) years lead or supervisory experience; OR
- Associate's degree in Community or Public Relations, Social Work, Sociology/Social Science, Environmental Science, Sustainable (or Economic) Development, Marketing, Business or related field and eleven (11) years of direct experience in one (1) or more of the fields listed above, and three (3) years of lead or supervisory experience; OR
- High School diploma or GED and thirteen (13) years of direct experience in one (1) or more of the fields listed above, and three (3) years of lead or supervisory experience
- Strong Project Management skills and Tribal inter-governmental experiences
- Leadership skills
- Microsoft Office skills
- Strong abilities in writing and verbal communication
- Breadth of Native American/Indigenous Peoples experiences and relationships
What We Offer You
The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $93,000-$130,000. 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.
- 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 auto, home and pet
- Internal progression opportunities
- Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!
What We Require
Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing as allowed by applicable laws.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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