Environmental Specialist II

University of Kentucky; Lexington, Northern (KY, KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY is seeking a position to support the Water Quality Compliance Manager. Responsibilities include performing inspections to determine compliance with stormwater quality management requirements, wastewater treatment grease interceptor performance requirements, and groundwater protection requirements.

You will collect water samples for laboratory analysis, perform preliminary assessments of laboratory data, assist in preparing inspections and data

Qualifications

• Familiarity with standard water sampling protocol and procedures and water quality compliance requirements and regulations preferred.
• Driver’s License preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections to determine compliance with stormwater quality management requirements.
• Collect water samples for laboratory analysis.
• Perform preliminary assessments of laboratory data.
• Assist in preparation of inspections and data assessment reports.
• Provide outreach and education to stakeholders.

Skills

Water sampling

Environmental compliance

Job description

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Required License/Registration/Certification

None

Physical Requirements

Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds. Some environmental (i.e., water, soil or sediment) sample collection is necessary that involves traversing small stream banks and storm drain discharge areas.

Shift

Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (40 hours/week).

Job Summary

This position provides support to the Water Quality Compliance Manager.
Support responsibilities include performing inspections to determine compliance with stormwater quality management requirements, wastewater treatment grease interceptor performance requirements, and adherence to groundwater protection requirements.
Responsibilities also include collecting water samples for laboratory analysis, performing preliminary assessments of laboratory data and assisting in the preparation of inspections and data assessment reports, and providing outreach and education to stakeholders.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Familiarity with standard water sampling protocol and procedures and water quality compliance requirements and regulations preferred.
Driver’s License preferred

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 10/03/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How many years of experience do you have working with water quality requirements and regulations?
  • None
  • More than 0, up through 3 years
  • More than 3 years, up through 6 years
  • More than 6 years
• * Describe your level of experience writing environmental summary reports and in the communication of environmental management concepts.
  • None
  • Introductory and non-routine experience
  • Somewhat routine experience
  • Advanced experience
• * Rate your working knowledge of stormwater quality management (i.e., MS4) regulations, procedures, processes and guidelines.
  • None
  • An awareness-level knowledge
  • A general application level knowledge
  • An advanced level knowledge
• * Do you have experience collecting environmental samples?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter