Environmental Scientist II

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Frankfort (KY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, Energy & Environment Cabinet, Division of Water, Watershed Management Branch, invites you to join as an Environmental Scientist II in Frankfort. You will work on water resource programs, analyze permits, and report to management while collaborating with state agencies and the public.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a natural, biological, or physical science and at least one year of relevant experience; telecommuting may be authorized and occasional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a natural, biological or physical science or equivalent with 20 semester hours in such science.
• One year of experience in natural resources, environmental control, or related area.
• Graduate study substitutes experience; experience substitutes education.

Responsibilities

• Process, issue, and terminate water withdrawal permits and authorizations.
• Analyze and report data for management and federal agencies.
• Coordinate Tempo360 data management.
• Perform compliance checks for water withdrawal permits.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Microsoft Excel

Planning and organizational skills

Communicating with different audiences

Education

Bachelor's degree in natural, biological or physical science

Bachelor's degree with 20 related semester hours

Job description

Job Title

Environmental Scientist II

Pay Grade

14

Salary

$3,907.04 - $5,509.24 Monthly

Employment Type

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

Location

300 Sower Blvd
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

Telecommuting

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

Agency

Energy & Environment Cabinet | Dept for Environmental Protection

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

By joining the Division of Water, Watershed Management Branch, Water Supply Section as an Environmental Scientist II in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to work in a professional level position that allows the incumbent to work with the public, government agencies, and the regulated community to ensure compliance with state and federal environmental laws and regulations helping to protect Kentucky's water resources.

Responsibilities

• Perform programmatic function of processing, issuing, and terminating water withdrawal permits and authorizations.
• Analyze, create and provide reports as requested by management and other department and federal agencies.
• Coordinate the use of the regulatory management information system (Tempo360) for data management.
• Perform compliance checks for water withdrawal permits.

Desired Skills

• Strong computer skills
• Knowledge in using Microsoft Excel
• Planning and organizational skills
• Communicating with different audiences

Development Opportunities

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.

Background Checks & Eligibility

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://dhs.gov/e-verify

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: One year 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.

Contact Information

Questions about this advertisement? Please contact Allan Shingleton at [e-mail] or 502-782-6907.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D