Environmental Engineer Consultant

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7/6/2024 (8:00 PM EDT)

24-03741

Environmental Engineer Consultant

Pay Grade 18

Salary

$6,880.26 - $7,453.88 Monthly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Energy & Environment Cabinet | Department for Natural Resources

Location

300 Sower Boulevard

Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.

Description

The mission of the Kentucky Energy & Environment Cabinet (EEC) is to improve the quality of life for all Kentuckians by protecting our land, air, and water resources by utilizing our natural resources in an environmentally conscientious manner. We do this by helping families connect with nature and preserving the Commonwealth's natural heritage; and by supporting innovative, resilient, and sustainable energy solutions that together bring economic benefit to the commonwealth.

If you are looking for a positive work environment and a career where you can make a difference in the environment we live in, then EEC is the cabinet for you. For more information on what our cabinet has to offer, check out our YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSuC43XqlHchYeQ66tP7tg and our Careers page: https://eec.ky.gov/Pages/careers.aspx

By joining the Division of Mine Permits as an Environmental Engineer Consultant in the Director's Office, you will have the opportunity to provide a vital link between the Field Enforcement staff, Management, Industry officials and the public by providing technical assistance pertaining to complex engineering problems and serving as a liaison to the Commissioner, the Division of Abandoned Mine Lands and field services.

Holders of the Environmental Engineer Consultant position will complete tasks such as:

• Review technical and regulatory literature to develop engineering guidelines

• Provide technical assistance pertaining to complex engineering problems

• Coordinate the engineering review of unique permit applications

• Develop engineering guidelines

• Participate in the development of regulatory and legislative proposals

Desired candidates possess the following requisite skills or experience applicable to the position:

• Communication and organizational skills

• Attention to detail

• Time Management

• Teamwork

• Decision-making skills

EEC provides opportunities for development and upward movement. There is room to grow your skillset as you build your career. Come join our team and make an impact in the future of Kentucky. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: See Special Requirements.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Must have four years of engineering experience in addition to that required for licensure as a Professional Engineer.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: A master's degree in engineering will substitute for one year of the required experience. Graduate work in engineering beyond a master's degree will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be licensed as a professional engineer by the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors. http://kyboels.ky.gov/. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in an office setting. Travel throughout the state may be required.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Wesley Jones at wes.jones@ky.gov or 502-782-6674.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D