Administrative Specialist (FFTL)

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4/10/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)

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Administrative Specialist (FFTL)

Pay Grade 12

Salary

$3,228.98 - $4,464.04 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 | Office of Energy Policy

Location

300 Sower Boulevard

Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

Description

The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute up to two days per week. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.

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

By joining the Office of Energy Policy as an Administrative Specialist in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to provide critical support to the Office of Energy Policy executes functions relating to Energy Policy programs and organizational segments while interpreting and applying laws, rules, regulations, and policies applicable to the administration of agency programs.

Holders of the Administrative Specialist position will complete tasks such as:

• Reviews, compiles, and/or prepares operational records and reports for compliance with federal, state, and agency reporting requirements.
• Works with project managers to assist with contacting project representatives by phone, in writing, or in person to resolve inconsistencies or inaccuracies in records and/or reports.
• Interprets and applies state and EEC policies and procedures within the OEP. Preparing/drafting correspondence or other responses for administrators, legislators, attorneys, clients, and/or the public.
• Coordinates travel arrangements, reimbursement requests, and conference registrations.
• Coordinates monthly, quarterly, and annual newsletters eports and develops marketing and communications materials including updates and maintenance to webpages. Assist with project summaries and success stories.
• Assists with KECC, conference planning, agenda development, speaker organization, and registration.
• Coordinates and tracks constituent requests and responses.
  
  

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

• Self-motivated
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills
• Works well individually and with a team
  
  

Additional Position Information

• Majority of the time is sitting at a desk
  
  

This is a federally funded time-limited (FFTL) position. This means it is a position that is paid entirely as the result of a federal grant. The duration of employment shall not exceed the life of the federal grant that funds the position. An employee appointed to an FFTL position is required to meet the minimum requirements for the classification. Further, an employee appointed to an FFTL position is designated as an unclassified (non-merit) employee. An FFTL employee is eligible to receive benefits at the same level as a classified (merit) employee in a permanent position.

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 on the future of Kentucky. We look forward to reviewing your application.

EC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. EEC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that EEC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/ .

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: One year of professional, administrative, or business experience.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Additional education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Additional administrative, business, research, and/or clerical experience will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE

Working Conditions

Incumbents working in this job title primarily perform duties in an office setting.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Kenya Stump at Kenya.Stump@ky.gov or 502-782-7083.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D