Environmental Engineer Technologist I

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Frankfort (KY); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky, Energy & Environment Cabinet, Dept for Environmental Protection, seeks an Environmental Engineer Technologist I in Frankfort, KY. The role involves reviewing permit applications, performing pollutant calculations, and advising on air permits.

Telecommuting two days per week is possible in this position within the Combustion Section of the Permit Review Branch. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in engineering approved by the Kentucky Board and strong verbal and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering approved by Kentucky Board.
• Detail oriented with time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs engineering reviews of permit applications
• Performs pollutants of concern engineering calculations
• Provides technical assistance to applicants and Division staff
• Provides recommendations regarding the issuance of air permits
• Attends necessary training

Skills

Detail oriented

Time management

Decision making

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering approved by Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors

Job description

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Environmental Engineer Technologist I

Pay Grade 14

Salary $4,840.56 - $5,509.24 Monthly

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

Hiring Agency Energy & Environment Cabinet | Dept for Environmental Protection

Location

300 Sower Boulevard
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

Description

The agency may authorize the selected applicant to telecommute two days per week. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.

Are you committed to protecting the environment and improving air quality in Kentucky? If so, we're interested in YOU! The work we do at the Kentucky Division for Air Quality has a direct impact on the health, welfare and economic security of all Kentuckians.

To ensure that economic growth occurs while preserving existing air resources, the Division for Air Quality issues permits that contain all applicable requirements to these important manufacturing facilities.

We currently have an opening for an Environmental Engineer Technologist I. This position is in the Combustion Section of the Permit Review Branch, which issues permits for power plants, distilleries, saw mills, wood drying, food manufacturing, charcoal, and landfill gas-to-energy.

We are looking for someone who is a detail oriented and independent worker but still enjoys working as part of a collaborative team. The preferred candidate will have time management and decision making skills, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills. This position will provide you with the opportunity to work across branches within the Division and with the regulated community.

Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Performs engineering reviews of permit applications
• Performs pollutants of concern engineering calculations
• Provides technical assistance to applicants and Division staff
• Provides recommendations regarding the issuance of air permits
• Attends necessary training

If you are interested in being part of an organization that protects human health and the environment, come join us at the Division for Air Quality!

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.

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/.

Minimum Requirements

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

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE

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

Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed in an office setting. Frequent 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 Stacie Daniels at [e-mail] or 502-782-1121.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D