Engineering Technical Associate

FISH & WILDLIFE RESOURCES, KENTUCKY DEPARTMENT OF; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

37.5 hour work week

Paid time off (sick and vacation)

Holidays included

Overtime pay

Health insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement

Wellness incentives

Training and career development

Deferred compensation (401K)

Employee discounts

Job summary

Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources is seeking an Engineering Technical Associate in Frankfort, KY to lead capital construction project management from planning through closeout. The role requires an engineering background and capable handling of travel statewide with occasional overnight stays.

Candidate will oversee facility and infrastructure maintenance, coordinate design, and manage contracted services, supporting statewide public access initiatives for hunting, fishing, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree as specified by Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors.
• Four years of engineering related experience.
• EIT certification can substitute for one year of experience.
• Four years of engineering/construction related experience can substitute for the degree.

Responsibilities

• Manage capital construction projects from planning and design through execution and closeout.
• Oversee maintenance of facilities and infrastructure statewide.
• Assist staff on projects to enhance public access to hunting, fishing, shooting sports, and boating.
• Coordinate and participate in special engineering/construction projects and events for KDFWR.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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9/6/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

2604209

Engineering Technical Associate

Pay Grade 15

Salary

$47,531.28 - $71,298.00 Annually

Employment Type

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

Hiring Agency

Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Resources

Location

1 Sportsmans Lane

Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

Description

Join us in the exciting, innovative and rewarding environment of the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (KDFWR) as an Engineering Technical Associate! We are seeking a motivated individual to perform capital construction project management duties. Desired candidates will have a working background in the construction industry coupled with strong organizational management. Job duties include statewide travel with limited overnight stays required.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Manage capital construction projects as an owner’s project manager, from planning and design through execution and closeout.
• Oversee the maintenance of facilities and infrastructure statewide.
• Respond to internal staff requests for facility and infrastructure upgrades by providing technical expertise, performing hands‑on work, and managing contracted services.
• Assist internal staff on projects that enhance public access to hunting, fishing, shooting sports, and boating opportunities statewide.
• Coordinate and participate in special engineering, construction projects and events for KDFWR as directed.

We offer a great package of EMPLOYEE and FAMILY-FRIENDLY BENEFITS, including:

• A 37.5 hour work week (with occasional overtime required)
• Paid time off (sick and vacation) plus paid holidays
• Overtime and compensatory time
• Affordable health insurance with optional Health Reimbursement Account
• Life Insurance
• Retirement
• Wellness incentives program
• Training and career development opportunities
• Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K)
• Employee Discounts on electronics, health and wellness, retail, travel, events, entertainment, services and education

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree whose curriculum is approved by the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Four years of engineering related experience.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Certification as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) that is recognized by the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors will substitute for one year of the required experience.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Four years of engineering and/or construction related experience will substitute for the required bachelor's degree.

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

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in offices and outside on construction and maintenance projects. Work is performed around heavy construction equipment and in all kinds of weather conditions. Travels to construction sites frequently.

Probationary Period

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

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D