Groundwater Scientist & PFAS Advisor

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Frankfort (KY); Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Kentucky in Frankfort, KY, seeks an Environmental Scientist Advisor to conduct groundwater studies, review regulatory documents, and advise on procedures. The role offers potential telecommuting and is a full-time executive-branch position with a 37.5-hour workweek.

The incumbent will perform field-ready investigations, lead PFAS sampling, and inspect compliance while collaborating across divisions. Strong communication, GIS skills, and science background are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in natural, biological or physical science or a bachelor's with 20 semester hours in such science.
• Five years of experience in natural resources, environmental control, or a related area.
• Graduate study in natural, biological, or physical science will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct professional studies in the groundwater program.
• Review projects, documents, and applications for regulatory compliance.
• Serve as a technical advisor in development of new procedures and processes.
• Design and implement scientific studies as needed.
• Conduct and lead sampling in the ambient monitoring network sampling and PFAS sampling.
• Conduct compliance inspections for regulatory compliance.

Skills

5 years experience

GIS

Education

Bachelor's degree in natural, biological, or physical science

Job description

Commonwealth of Kentucky in Frankfort, KY, seeks an Environmental Scientist Advisor to conduct groundwater studies, review regulatory documents, and advise on procedures. The role offers potential telecommuting and is a full-time executive-branch position with a 37.5-hour workweek.

The incumbent will perform field-ready investigations, lead PFAS sampling, and inspect compliance while collaborating across divisions. Strong communication, GIS skills, and science background are essential.