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Commonwealth of Kentucky is Hiring an Environmental Scientist I Near Frankfort, KY

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3/6/2024 (7:00 PM EST)
24-01407
Environmental Scientist I
Pay Grade
13
Salary
$3,347.98 - $4,628.66 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
Energy & Environment Cabinet | Dept for Environmental Protection
Location
300 Sower Blvd.
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute two days per week. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.
Description
The mission of the Energy & Environment Cabinet (EEC) is to improve the quality of life for all Kentuckians by protecting our land, air, and water resources by utilizing our natural resources in an environmentally conscientious manner. We do this by helping families connect with nature and preserving the Commonwealth’s natural heritage; and by supporting innovative, resilient, and sustainable energy solutions that 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 the environment we live in, then EEC is the cabinet for you. For more information on what our cabinet has to offer, 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 for Air Quality as an Environmental Scientist I in Franklin county, you will have the opportunity to be responsible for beginning level inspections at permitted sources, responding to citizen complaints, and providing technical assistance to regulated facilities and the general public.
Holders of the Environmental Scientist I position will complete tasks such as:
  • Review reports submitted by facilities.
  • Conduct source inspections.
  • Respond to citizen complaints.
  • Witness stack tests.
  • Assist facility personnel with questions.
Holders of this job will learn the following skills: (optional)
  • Method 9 Certification.
  • HAZWOPER 40hr (and annual recertification).
  • First Aid / CPR training and certification.
Desired candidates possess the following requisite skills or experience applicable to the position:
  • Decision making skills.
  • Good communication.
  • Good organizational and planning skills.
  • Analytical thinking.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Time management.
  • Teamwork, initiative.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
EEC provides opportunities for development and upward movement. There is room to grow your skill set as you build your career. Come join our team and make an impact in the future of Kentucky. We look forward to reviewing your application.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in a natural, biological or physical science OR Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree including or supplemented by 20 semester hours in a natural, biological or physical science.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Experience in natural resources, environmental control, engineering or a related area will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE
Working Conditions
Work is typically performed in an office setting. Incumbents in this class may perform work in the field with frequent travel on a statewide basis. An incumbent in this position may be subject to adverse weather conditions, exposure to snakes and insects, water-borne pathogens, broken glass, rusty metal in streams, and hazards common to operation of electro-fishing equipment, which require the following of safety procedures.
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 Natasha Parker at natasha.parker@ky.gov or 502-782-6430.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

INDUSTRY

Public Administration

SALARY

$78k-98k (estimate)

POST DATE

05/10/2023

EXPIRATION DATE

05/02/2024

WEBSITE

kentucky.gov

HEADQUARTERS

FRANKFORT, KY

SIZE

15,000 - 50,000

FOUNDED

1914

TYPE

Private

CEO

MATT BEVIN

REVENUE

$10B - $50B

INDUSTRY

Public Administration

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