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3/19/2024 (7:00 PM EST)

24-01486

Environmental Scientist III

Salary

$4,050.94 - $5,600.40 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 Blvd
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute up to two days a week. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.

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 at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSuC43XqlHchYeQ66tP7tg and our Careers page at https://eec.ky.gov/Pages/careers.aspx.
By joining the Division of Waste Management, Hazardous Waste Branch, Permit Review and Corrective Action Section as an Environmental Scientist III in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to identify and abate threats to human health and the environment through permitting, inspections, and providing technical assistance and education to the regulated community.
Holders of the Environmental Scientist III position will complete tasks such as:

• Reviewing scientific plans and reports related to the remediation of soil and groundwater contamination
• Preparing technical reports and documents
• Drafting permits to regulate both remediation and post-closure care at Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) sites
• Providing technical assistance to facilities with respect to the requirements of RCRA corrective action and post-closure
• Making recommendations to the manager for decisions to approve or deny requests, plans, and applications from regulated facilities

Holders of this job will learn the following skills:

• Knowledge of the Hazardous Waste Program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
• Experience with various hazardous waste treatment/cleanup technologies
• Evaluation of cost estimates and alternatives for hazardous waste remediation

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

• Environmental Science
• Understanding of geology and groundwater
• Strong communication skills
• Decision making
• Creative and flexible thinking

Additional position information:

• Infrequent inspections will be performed at sites which have uneven terrain.
• Candidate is required to maintain a valid driver's license to drive state-owned vehicles to inspection sites.

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

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 Aaron Newton at aaron.newton@ky.gov or 502-782-6425.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D