Geologist II

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Frankfort (AL); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky's Energy & Environment Cabinet, Dept for Environmental Protection, seeks a Geologist II in Frankfort to oversee groundwater impacts of waste facilities and support regulatory programs.

The role includes reviewing permit applications, conducting field investigations, and providing technical assistance to agencies and local governments, with up to two telecommute days per week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in geology or related field.
• One year of geological experience.
• Registration by the Board of Registration for Professional Geologists may substitute for required education.

Responsibilities

• Perform geological review of permit applications to ensure compliance with statutes and regulations.
• Assist in compiling computer-generated site-specific environmental permits.
• Assist in field investigations of solid waste facilities regulated by DWM.
• Provide technical assistance to department staff, owners and operators, the public, consultants, and other agencies.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in geology or related field

Job description

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Geologist II

Pay Grade13

Salary

$4,419.56 - $5,008.90 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 a maximum 2 days a week. The agency mayterminate 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 allKentuckians by protecting our land, air, and water resources by utilizing our natural resources in anenvironmentally conscientious manner. We do this by helping families connect with nature and preserving theCommonwealth’s natural heritage; and by supporting innovative, resilient, and sustainable energy solutionsthat together bring economic benefit to the commonwealth.
The Division of Waste Management, Solid Waste Branch Program is responsible for processing permitapplications, reporting documents, and fees for various types of waste management and disposal facilities. Theregulatory requirements for each type of facility vary depending on the waste.
If you are looking for a positive work environment and a career where you can make a difference in theenvironment we live in, then EEC is the cabinet for you. For more information on what our cabinet has tooffer, 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 (DWM), Solid Waste Branch, Permit Section as a Geologist II in FranklinCounty, you will have the opportunity to provide support and technical oversight regarding groundwater effectsof solid and special waste landfills to state and federal agencies, local governments, and the general publicin the development, interpretation, and implementation of environmental protection regulations and policies.
Holders of the Geologist II position will complete tasks such as:

• 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.

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

• Communication and organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Time Management
• Teamwork
• Decision‑making skills

EEC provides opportunities for development and upward movement. There is room to grow your skill set as youbuild your career. Come join our team and make an impact in the future of Kentucky. We look forward toreviewing your application.
EEC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirmthat you are authorized to work in the U.S. EEC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer andcompleted the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that EEC has violated its E-Verifyresponsibilities, 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 geology, earth system science, earth and environmental sciences, or related field.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:One year of geological experience.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:Graduate study in geology will substitute for the experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:Registration by the Board of Registration for Professional Geologists (KRS Chapter 322A) will substitute for the required education.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):NONE

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed both in an office and in a fieldwork setting.

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 Woody Higginbotham, P.E. at [e-mail] or 502-782-0147.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D