Geologist-Registered

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Frankfort (KY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky, Energy & Environment Cabinet, Department for Environmental Protection seeks a Geologist-Registered to oversee and carry out investigation, characterization, and cleanup of CCR Superfund sites and other contaminated properties in Franklin County. You will review permits, perform site characterization, and assist the public and agencies.

Qualified candidates will analyze complex geologic data, demonstrate strong planning and communication skills, and possess a valid

Qualifications

• Ability to review and analyze complex scientific and geologic information.
• Excellent planning, time management, and organization skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Review corrective action and closure permits for Coal Combustion Residual (CCR) Superfund sites.
• Perform technical review of site characterization and corrective action reports for releases at permitted CCR Superfund sites and other releases of hazardous substances.
• Perform site inspections, site investigations, and environmental assessments involving 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.

Skills

Scientific data analysis

Planning & organization

Verbal & written communication

Driver's license

Job description

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10/14/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Pay Grade

15

Salary

$5,941.50 Monthly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE 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

The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.

Description

The mission of the Kentucky Energy and 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.

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 Careerspage https://eec.ky.gov/Pages/careers.aspx.

By joining the Division of Waste Management as a Geologist-Registered in Franklin County, you will have theopportunity to assist the public by overseeing and carrying out the investigation, characterization, andcleanup of Coal Combustion Residual (CCR) Superfund sites and a broad variety of other contaminated sites andproperties.

Holders of the Geologist Registered position will complete tasks such as:

• Review corrective action and closure permits for Coal Combustion Residual (CCR) Superfund sites.
• Perform technical review of site characterization and corrective action reports for releases at permittedCCR Superfund sites and for a variety of other releases of hazardous substances, pollutants and contaminants,often involving complex geologic and hydrogeologic settings.
• 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:

• The ability to review and analyze complex scientific and geologic information.
• Excellent planning, time management, and organization skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Driver's license

Additional position information:

• Ability to lift heavy objects and work in office and field conditions.
• Be exposed to dangerous work conditions and rough terrain.

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: See Special Requirements.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be registered by the Board of Registration for Professional Geologist (KRS Chapter 322A). http://bpg.ky.gov/ Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

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

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D