Environmental Scientist III

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7/4/2024 (8:00 PM EDT)

24-03681

Environmental Scientist III

Pay Grade 15

Salary

$4,050.94 - $5,600.40 Monthly

Employment Type

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

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Hiring Agency

Energy & Environment Cabinet | Dept for Environmental Protection

Location

300 Sower Boulevard

Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute up to two days on a hybrid schedule. 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 Waste Management, Underground Storage Tank Branch, Corrective Action Section I as an Environmental Scientist III in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to provide assistance and technical oversight to contractors and the general public relating to contamination investigation and remediation activities at Underground Storage Tank (UST) sites.

Holders of the Environmental Scientist 3 position will complete tasks such as:

• Provides technical assistance and oversight by determining and developing site investigations and remedial actions for clean up at UST sites.

• Develops and writes directives and reviews reports by compiling scientific data and maintaining documentation and data in an extensive database.

• Develops No Further Action recommendations for projects that have been suspected or confirmed of petroleum releases from underground storage tanks.

• Conducts site visits and attends meetings with environmental contractors and/or owners and operators of USTs.

• Performs other duties as required.

Holders of this job will learn the following skills:

• Project management skills

• Contamination investigation and remediation techniques

• Database navigation and management skills

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

• Strong background in physical sciences

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Hold a current, valid driver's license

EEC provides opportunities for development and upward movement. There is room to grow your skill set 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: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in a natural, biological or physical science OR Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree including or supplemented by 20 semester hours in a natural, biological or physical science.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Three years of experience in natural resources, environmental control, or a related area.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Graduate study in a natural, biological, or physical science will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Experience in natural resources, environmental control, engineering, or a related area will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in an office setting. Incumbents in this class may perform work in the field with frequent travel on a statewide basis. An incumbent in the position may be subject to adverse weather conditions, exposure to snakes and insects, water-borne pathogens, broken glass, rusty metal in streams, and hazards common to operation of electro-fishing equipment, which require the following of safety procedures.

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 Nathan Lewis at nathan.lewis@ky.gov or 502-782-6400.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D