Responsibilities include:

·        Collaborate with senior management in the development, exploration, and evaluation of existing projects.

·        Provide technical evaluation of project submittals for potential acquisitions.

·        Collect, analyze, synthesize, and interpret complex geological data.

·        Develop drill targets and implement drill programs to reach an advance-shelve-drop decision on individual targets through the peer review process.

·        Direct and document special studies and laboratory testing.

·        Carry out interpretation of district geological, geochemical, and geophysical data.

·        Identify, propose, and implement opportunities to reduce the risk and improve the viability of the projects.

·        Perform field mapping and interpretation of structures, alteration, and lithological units for exploration target definition and development.

·        Generate district-scale balanced cross-sections.

·        Create a 3D geological-structural-alteration district model.

·        Generate geochemical correlations of surface and drill hole samples.

·        Create and maintain a pipeline ranking system for projects and for drill targets.

·        Discuss different solutions to problems with other technical staff.

·        Mentor subordinate geologic and geotechnical staff.

·        Ensure that high standards of on-site health, safety and environmental practices are continuously followed, meeting industry and Company standards.

·        Work with other intercompany groups, consultants, and drill crews to ensure the safe execution of planned exploration activities. 

·        Develop and communicate project-level summaries to a wide variety of audiences (technical, financial, corporate).

·        Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Experience:

·        Bachelor of Science in Geology or related field (Master’s preferred). 

·        At least 15 years of experience in geology and exploration.

·        At least 10 years of experience in RC/Core logging.

·        At least 10 years of experience in field mapping.

·        Strong district scale mapping skills in structurally complex areas essential.

·        Experience in Carlin-style, epithermal and Skarn-CRD style exploration models required.

·        Strong computer skills – intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Office, Project, and Excel.

·        Proficiency in Micromine and Leapfrog modeling software.

·        Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.

·        Must be authorized to work in the U.S. 

·        Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record. 

·        Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals. 

Physical Requirements:

·        Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals. 

·        Ability to sit, stand, climb stairs, walk over uneven ground for long distances, climb stairs, and withstand extreme hot and cold temperatures.

·        Ability to bend, twist, lift and carry up to 60 pounds.

·        Ability to drive extended distances over paved and dirt roads.

·        Ability to see and hear warning signs/signals, equipment and signs.