Environmental Scientist III - Remote Eligible for Cleanup

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

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.