Geologist I: Groundwater & Permitting

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Frankfort (KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, Energy & Environment Cabinet, Dept for Environmental Protection, seeks a Geologist I in Frankfort. The role provides technical oversight of groundwater impacts from landfills and assists in permit development for waste facilities.

Employees work in a hybrid setting with occasional field activities and a 37.5-hour week, with potential overtime eligibility and state benefits. Apply by the deadline to join a team protecting Kentucky’s land, air, and water.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in geology, earth system science, earth and environmental sciences, or related field.
• Registration by the Board of Registration for Professional Geologists (KRS Chapter 322A) may substitute for the required education.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs geological review of solid and special waste landfill permit applications to determine compliance with solid and special waste statutes and regulations.
• Assists in compiling computer generated site-specific environmental permits.
• Assists in conducting field investigations of solid waste facilities regulated by DWM.
• Assists in providing technical assistance to other department staff, owners and operators, public, consultants, and other governmental agencies.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor's degree in geology or related earth sciences

Job description

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, Energy & Environment Cabinet, Dept for Environmental Protection, seeks a Geologist I in Frankfort. The role provides technical oversight of groundwater impacts from landfills and assists in permit development for waste facilities.

Employees work in a hybrid setting with occasional field activities and a 37.5-hour week, with potential overtime eligibility and state benefits. Apply by the deadline to join a team protecting Kentucky’s land, air, and water.