Exploration Manager jobs in Alaska

Our purpose statement is, We Pursue a Higher Standard. Everything we do is fueled by this statement; it is our foundation and inspiration for our actions every day. At Coeur, we PROTECT our people, places and planet, DEVELOP quality resources, growth and plans, and DELIVER impactful results through teamwork.

Coeur Mining, Inc. is a U.S.-based, well-diversified, growing precious metals producer with four wholly-owned operations: the Palmarejo silver-gold complex in Mexico, the Rochester silver-gold mine in Nevada, the Kensington gold mine in Alaska and the Wharf gold mine in South Dakota. In addition, the Company wholly-owns the Silvertip silver-zinc-lead development project in British Columbia and has interests in several precious metals exploration projects throughout North America.

The Coeur Kensington mine, is seeking an Exploration Geologist to work in a camp-based environment rotating on 15 day on / 13 days off schedule. The Kensington underground gold mine and associated milling facilities are located within the Berners Bay Mining District on the east side of Lynn Canal about 45 miles north-northwest of Juneau, Alaska.

Position Responsibilities

• Responsible for accurate Core logging and sampling.
• Oversee the operation and function of the core logging facility to ensure that data is captured in accurately and in timely matter.
• Oversee surface and underground drilling programs from the planning stage to the interpretation stage. This includes overseeing drill rigs and drill crews for geology group, creating drill plans, providing logistical support, modeling, and presenting final data.
• Perform surface and underground mapping and sampling campaigns over prospect areas.
• Interpret and manage geochemical data.
• Create and communicate results and progress via presentations and written reports to Senior Exploration Geologist.

Position Requirements:

• Ability to work safe and promote safe behavior in others.
• Sets high standards for self and others, builds trust and takes accountability.
• Minimum of 2 years mine geology experience, previous exploration experience preferred.
• BS degree in Geology or equivalent discipline, MSc degree in similar field of study helpful but not required.
• Ability to identify rocks and minerals in drill core and in a field setting.
• Basic understanding of geologic processes and structural settings, sampling techniques, and analytical processes.
• Good oral and written communication and presentation skills.
• Skilled at the use of Microsoft Office products including Word, PowerPoint and Excel Spreadsheets.
• Experience in the use of GIS software required. Experience in use of 3D modeling software like Vulcan, Leapfrog, etc. helpful.
• Preference given to Alaska residents.

It is the policy of Coeur Mining, Inc. and its direct and indirect United States subsidiaries (the

“Company”) to provide equal opportunity employment to all Employees and applicants for

employment. No person working at the Company's facilities in the United States is to be

discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin,

disability, or veteran status.