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Commonwealth of Kentucky is Hiring an Environmental Scientist II Near Hazard, KY

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8/13/2023 (8:00 PM EDT)
23-06890
Environmental Scientist II
Pay Grade
14
Salary
$3,682.76 - $4,699.50 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
Hiring Agency
Energy & Environment Cabinet | Department for Natural Resources
Location
556 Village Lane
Hazard, KY 41702 USA
Description
The mission of the Kentucky 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.
The Division of Mine Reclamation and Enforcement (DMRE) is responsible for inspecting all surface and underground coal mining permits in the state to assure compliance with the 1977 Federal Surface Mining Control Act (SMCRA). By joining the DMRE/Hazard Branch/Hazard Enforcement Section II as an Environmental Scientist II, you will have the opportunity to provide technical assistance and oversight regarding surface effects of coal mining to state and federal agencies, local governments, and the general public in the development, interpretation, and implementation of environmental protection, mitigation and natural resource policies.
Holders of the Environmental Scientist II position will complete tasks such as:
  • Provide technical oversight to ensure compliance with state and federal laws and regulations
  • Issue cessation and non-compliance orders to violators
  • Provide assistance using on-site, pre-mining examinations to evaluate the suitability for mining
  • Investigate citizens' complaints
Desired candidates possess the following requisite skills or experience applicable to the position:
  • Good communication and organizational skills
  • Teamwork and initiative
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management/ability to work under pressure
  • Decision-making skills
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: One year of experience in natural resources, environmental control, or a related area.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Graduate study in a natural, biological, or physical science will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
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 the 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 Derrick Slone at derrick.slone@ky.gov or 606-231-8490.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

INDUSTRY

Public Administration

SALARY

$60k-78k (estimate)

POST DATE

08/09/2023

EXPIRATION DATE

06/05/2024

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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