Environmental Biologist Supervisor

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky, Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet, Division of Water seeks an Environmental Biologist Supervisor in Frankfort. The role oversees the TMDL and Assessment Section, coordinating field and lab activities and developing monitoring strategies to address water quality challenges.

You will supervise staff, manage data workflows, and interpret regulations to support public health advisories and environmental protection in Kentucky.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a biological, environmental or natural science with at least 30 credit hours in biological sciences.
• Four years of professional experience in research, environmental impact assessment, or related environmental program areas.
• Graduate work in relevant sciences may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Experience with developing QA/QC plans and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and administer Division policies and regulations related to monitoring waters.
• Plan, coordinate and supervise field and laboratory activities of staff in Monitoring Section.
• Oversee data management workflows and QA/QC data reviews.
• Coordinate monitoring activities for issuance of recreational health and fish consumption advisories.

Skills

Biological sampling

Water chemistry sampling

Project coordination

Data management

QA/QC plans

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological, environmental or natural science

Job description

Environmental Biologist Supervisor

Salary: $5,445.66 - $6,666.08 Monthly

Pay Grade: 16

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

Location: 300 Sower Boulevard, Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute for a portion of the work week. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.

Description

The mission of the Kentucky Energy and 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

The Division of Water is seeking an Environmental Biologist Supervisor within the Water Quality Branch. This is a professional-level position that provides the opportunity to supervise the employees and activities of the TMDL and Assessment Section. Monitoring programs supported by TMDL and Assessment Section include Nonpoint Source Monitoring, Cause and Source Analysis, and Wetland Monitoring and Assessment Program. Candidates must be able to manage multiple programs and projects and value opportunities to coordinate and problem-solve with Division staff to address environmental monitoring challenges. Candidates must also possess strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

Holders of the Environmental Biologist Supervisor position will complete tasks such as:

• Interpretating and administering Division policies and state/federal regulations as they relate to monitoring waters of the Commonwealth.
• Planning, coordinating, and supervising field and laboratory activities of staff in the Monitoring Section, development, review, and enhancement of monitoring strategies, priorities, and programs.
• Supervising data management workflows and the completion of quality-control and quality assurance data reviews.
• Coordinating monitoring activities and interpretation of data for the issuance of recreational health and fish consumption advisories.

Skills and Expectations include but are not limited to the following:

• Experience with biological and water chemistry sampling in streams or lakes.
• Experience with coordinating and overseeing multiple, long term projects.
• Experience and skill with managing environmental data; knowledge of environmental data management principles and best practices.
• Experience with the development of quality assurance project plans and standard operating procedures.
• Attention to detail and excellent verbal and written communication skills.

EEC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. EEC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that EEC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/.

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 biological, environmental or natural science, which includes at least thirty credit hours in the biological sciences.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Four years of professional experience in research, environmental impact assessment, or related environmental program areas.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Graduate work in the biological, environmental, or natural sciences will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE

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

Working Conditions

Employees in this class perform duties primarily in an office setting. The opportunity exists for employees in this class to conduct field work or laboratory testing. In a lab setting, an employee in this job classification may be exposed to potential hazards related to laboratory conditions and supplies which may require the following of safety precautions. In a field setting, an employee in this job classification may be exposed to adverse weather conditions and temperature variations, changes in terrain, snakes, insects, water borne pathogens, broken glass, rusted metal in streams, and hazards common to operation of electro-fishing equipment, all of 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 Nicholas Reif at [e-mail] or 502-382-7118.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D