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The role focuses on generating and advancing projects to key decision points on the path to discovery of Tier 1 silver and gold assets aligned with Hecla's corporate growth strategy.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\nThis list is not all-inclusive and may be revised as needed; additional duties may be assigned.\nPromote and maintain a strong safety-first culture across all exploration activities including a strong commitment to following all applicable company, state, and federal safety guidelines.\nEnsure alignment of exploration goals with Hecla’s overall business objectives.\nOpportunity Generation & Research\nIdentify new exploration opportunities, with a focus on Northern Cordillera, using cost-effective methodologies, including analysis of technical literature, application of geological principles, and innovative targeting approaches\nLead compilation of data for target regions and properties into quality-controlled, analysis-ready datasets\nDevelop and maintain comprehensive databases of mineral deposits and exploration properties within the Northern Cordillera; analyze datasets to identify prospective districts with Tier 1 deposit potential\nEvaluate field data in conjunction with technical reports, geological maps, and engineering/economic studies to prepare detailed recommendations for the Manager of Exploration, Alaska and the Director of Generative Exploration\nProperty Evaluation & Acquisition\nDesign regional screening programs to identify properties for acquisition, using methods such as stream sediment sampling, regional geophysical targeting, remote sensing, and prospectivity analysis\nPrepare comprehensive evaluation reports with actionable recommendations for properties of interest\nConduct field investigations of exploration properties and assess acquisition of third-party holdings in collaboration with the Sr. Principal, New Exploration Opportunities.\nCoordinate property acquisition through claim staking, government applications, or direct purchase/option agreements\nProject Advancement & Program Leadership\nLead execution of field programs from planning through delivery - mapping, sampling, geophysics, and drilling - including crew supervision, contractor and drilling management, camp and aviation logistics, and seasonal scheduling\nOwn safety leadership in remote settings, where helicopter and float-plane support, wildlife, weather, and isolation drive the risk profile\nMaintain data integrity across the project portfolio - sampling protocols, QA/QC, database discipline, and documentation to a standard that supports future resource work and public disclosure\nManage and monitor generative exploration budgets and timelines for assigned programs\nSet and apply clear decision criteria for each project, and make the call to advance, divest, or drop on the evidence\nMentor and develop project geologists and seasonal staff, building regional exploration capability alongside the projects themselves\nDesign focused exploration programs that efficiently advance projects to clearly defined decision points\nStakeholder & Business Support\nDevelop and maintain positive, culturally respectful relationships with Indigenous nations and local stakeholders in areas of exploration interest\nSupport Corporate Development with project and company evaluations, including due diligence studies\nWork in collaboration with Hecla’s sustainability, permitting, legal, and land teams to ensure our license to operate is maintained in the communities in which we work\nQualifications and Experience\n15+ years of progressive experience in generative exploration, opportunity recognition, and project management with demonstrated success leading exploration project teams\nMaster’s degree or other advanced degree in Geology required \nActive membership in a recognized Self-Regulating Organization, and Qualified Person certification under NI 43-101, SK-1300, or JORC (preferred)\nProven track record identifying underexplored Tier 1 silver/gold opportunities, securing land positions, and designing effective exploration programs\nBroad experience across the geologic domains and deposit types of the Northern Cordillera, with demonstrated expertise in VMS systems required; experience with structurally controlled silver-polymetallic vein systems a plus\nProficiency in field mapping and systematic, hypothesis-driven geological interpretation, complemented by strong working knowledge of geochemical, geophysical, and remote sensing methods - and the ability to integrate these datasets into coherent exploration models\nProficiency in ArcGIS, Leapfrog, ioGAS, and Microsoft Office\nStrong analytical and data interpretation skills\nExcellent verbal and written communication abilities and experience preparing executive-level reports and presentations\nSelf-directed, collaborative, and effective at building relationships with government agencies, Indigenous communities, industry partners, and multidisciplinary teams\nCreative problem-solver with strong geological intuition and cultural sensitivity; able to work autonomously and lead others\nWillingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, including extended rotations at remote field camps during the northern field season\nMust have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record\nMust successfully pass background screening, pre-employment physical, and drug screening\nPhysical and Work Environment Requirements\nWork is performed in office and field settings.\nWork may involve walking on uneven terrain, standing for long periods, exposure to weather, and lifting up to 50 pounds over extended periods.\nField work is in remote northern terrain, frequently accessed by helicopter or float plane, and may involve extended stays at fly-in camps with limited communications\nConditions include cold, wet, and rapidly changing weather, difficult footing on steep or vegetated ground, and work in areas with bears and other wildlife\nAppropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is required in all active exploration and mining areas.\nNoise levels are generally quiet in the office; 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