Environmental Scientist III

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky, Energy & Environment Cabinet, Dept for Environmental Protection, is seeking an Environmental Scientist III in Frankfort, KY. The position is full-time with possible telecommuting arrangements and overtime eligibility.

The incumbent will oversee and conduct investigation, characterization, and cleanup of Coal Combustion Residual (CCR) Superfund sites and other contaminated properties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in natural, biological or physical science.
• Three years of experience in natural resources, environmental control, or a related area.
• Graduate study in a natural, biological, or physical science can substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Review corrective action and closure permits for Coal Combustion Residual (CCR) Superfund sites.
• Perform geological and environmental reviews of site characterization and corrective action reports for releases at permitted CCR Superfund sites and for a variety of other releases of hazardous substances, pollutants and contaminants.
• Perform site inspections, site investigations, and environmental assessments involving the sampling of soil, groundwater, soil gas, and surface water.
• Review Brownfield Redevelopment applications, environmental assessments, and management plans.
• Provide technical assistance to the public and other government agencies.

Education

Bachelor's degree in natural, biological or physical science

Job description

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Environmental Scientist III

Pay Grade 15

Salary

$4,297.66 - $6,060.44 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 candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.

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, Superfund Branch, State Section as an Environmental Scientist III in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to assist the public by overseeing and carrying out the investigation, characterization, and cleanup of Coal Combustion Residual (CCR) Superfund sites and a broad variety of other contaminated sites and properties.

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

• Review corrective action and closure permits for Coal Combustion Residual (CCR) Superfund sites.
• Perform geological and environmental reviews of site characterization and corrective action reports for releases at permitted Coal Combustion Residual (CCR) Superfund sites and for a variety of other releases of hazardous substances, pollutants and contaminants.
• Perform site inspections, site investigations, and environmental assessments involving the sampling of soil, groundwater, soil gas, and surface water.
• Review Brownfield Redevelopment applications, environmental assessments, and management plans.
• Provide technical assistance to the public and other government agencies.

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

• Experience in natural resources, environmental control, or a related area.
• Experience in performing geological reviews of environmental compliance issues, site characterization, and remediation.
• Ability to lead a group in the office and in the field in the completion of complex technical projects.

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 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 Tabitha Aldridge at [e-mail] or 502-782-6302.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D