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Senior Communications Specialist

Requisition ID: 139856

Location:

Bagdad, AZ, US, 86321

Category: Public Relations

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Why You Should Apply For This Job:

_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

Looking to live in a small town with big opportunities? Our Bagdad operations in Arizona offers housing at a subsidized rate, a family-friendly atmosphere and numerous amenities including an aquatic center, golf course and fitness center. Located 100 miles northwest of Phoenix, Bagdad is home to the world's first commercial - scale concentrate leach processing facility, as well as one of the longest continuously operating solvent extraction/electrowinning plants in the world.  Visit the Bagdad town website (https://bagdadaztown.com/) to learn more.

What You Will Do

Seeking a strategic internal communications professional to drive impactful messaging that aligns site initiatives with company-wide goals. This role involves crafting clear, engaging content, promoting employee feedback, and ensuring timely delivery through appropriate channels. The ideal candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, uphold brand values, and connect local communications to the broader enterprise narrative.

+ Partner with site leadership to craft and execute communication strategies that align with site and enterprise goals.

+ Develop engaging content—such as employee stories, recognition pieces, and newsletters—for local and company-wide use.

+ Manage key communication channels, including weekly packets, monthly newsletters, and digital displays, ensuring content is timely and aligned with priorities.

+ Support change management and engagement through targeted campaigns that reflect company values and resonate with local teams.

+ Establish feedback loops to evaluate communication effectiveness and adapt strategies based on employee input and evolving site needs.

What You Bring To Freeport

+ High School Diploma/GED and eleven (11) years of experience in Communications, Marketing, Recruiting or related field, OR

+ Bachelor's Degree AND seven (7) years of experience in Communications, Government Relations, Community Relations or related field; OR

+ Master's Degree AND five (5) years of experience in Communications, Government Relations, Community Relations, or related field.

+ Strong writing, storytelling, and verbal communication skills

+ Experience in external communications and simplifying complex topics

+ Excellent project management and collaboration abilities

+ Comfortable working under pressure with sensitive, high-visibility content

+ Adaptable, detail-oriented, and responsive to shifting priorities

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience in global, multi-site organizations, ideally in mining or natural resources

+ Bilingual with strong communication and emerging leadership skills

+ Creative, adaptable communicator who thrives in ambiguity and challenges norms

+ Quick learner with a collaborative mindset and ability to navigate complex organizations

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.

+ 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 (https://jobs.fcx.com/content/Benefits/?locale=en\_US) 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 [email protected]. _