Chief Environmental Scientist

Freeport McMoRan•Phoenix, AZ

7d•$112,000 - $160,000•Hybrid

About The Position

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!

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Technology, Earth Science or related natural science (such as Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Hydrology, Forestry, Agriculture, Meteorology, Environmental/Natural Resource Management); or Mathematics/Computer Science including Accounting and Finance, or, Business Management or other Bachelor’s degree, and seven (7) years related experience; OR Master’s degree in a related field, and five (5) years related experience.
Ability to travel domestically up to 30% and internationally up to 5% is required.

Nice To Haves

Additional certification or licensure appropriate to the job may be required or preferred.
Knowledge/experience with Federal and Arizona air quality regulation and programs (SIP, FIP, NSR, Emission Standards, Etc.).
Experience with evaluating permitting needs for projects and process changes and the preparation of air quality permit applications and modifications.
Experience communicating with and leading personnel from operational departments through air quality compliance requirements.
Familiarity with data analysis and validation.
Familiarity with environmental compliance and management systems.

Responsibilities

Under limited supervision, plan, organize, manage and evaluate the environmental programs and systems.
Supervise, enhance and monitor air quality environmental practices for the site.
Report environmental compliance issues and make recommendations to appropriate site management for correction.
Serve as Project Manager on large/complex environmental projects (e.g., air quality compliance, permitting, remediation, or reclamation).
Evaluate and administer contracts with vendors for the provision of services and equipment.
Provide guidance and counsel to the site management team on applicable programs, practices, and existing/proposed local, State and Federal regulations.
Contribute to site strategic planning and budgeting efforts for environmental systems and issues.
Maintain current working knowledge of Federal, State and local environmental and occupational health regulations (e.g., CERCLA, RCRA, TOSCA, SARA, CWA, EPCRA etc).
Oversee and coordinate all training mandated by EPA, DEQ or other body. Serve as contact with EPA, DEQ or other regulatory body in designated areas.
May represent the site on company-sponsored steering teams, e.g., Freeport-McMoRan Environmental Steering Team.