What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Scientist III position at Commonwealth of Kentucky?
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4/1/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)
26-01345
Environmental Scientist III
Pay Grade 15
Salary
$4,297.66 - $5,941.50 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 Boulevard
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.
Description
The mission of the Kentucky Energy and 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
Currently the Laboratory Certification Section of the Drinking Water Branch seeks a candidate that has 3 years of laboratory experience, good communication skills, and is an analytical thinker with an attention to detail. This Environmental Scientist III with this section will allow the incumbent to work across organizational lines, with the public and with the regulated community providing technical, scientific assistance for the Wastewater and Drinking Water Laboratory Certification Programs.
Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following
EEC 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/ .
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: Three years 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 Brittany Kidwell at Brittany.Kidwell@ky.gov or 502-782-3326.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
4/1/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)
26-01345
Environmental Scientist III
Pay Grade 15
Salary
$4,297.66 - $5,941.50 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
Click here for more details on state employment.
Hiring Agency
Energy & Environment Cabinet | Dept for Environmental Protection
Location
300 Sower Boulevard
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.
Description
The mission of the Kentucky Energy and 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
Currently the Laboratory Certification Section of the Drinking Water Branch seeks a candidate that has 3 years of laboratory experience, good communication skills, and is an analytical thinker with an attention to detail. This Environmental Scientist III with this section will allow the incumbent to work across organizational lines, with the public and with the regulated community providing technical, scientific assistance for the Wastewater and Drinking Water Laboratory Certification Programs.
Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To, The Following
- Leads staff activities as for audits of the field only Certified Wastewater Laboratory Program. On-site laboratory evaluations, some requiring overnight travel, are performed to evaluate the analytical techniques, instrumentation, quality control procedures, and record keeping practices of laboratories reporting environmental monitoring results to the Division.
- Participate in drinking water and wastewater laboratory audits as a team member. Must familiarize with all EPA approved drinking water and wastewater analytical methods.
- Ensures all certified laboratories are in compliance with state and federal regulations. Review of applications for certification for completeness. Review of proficiency testing (PT) results; and review of technical data to ensure compliance with the SOP and the EPA approved method.
- Maintains entry into the Tools for Environmental Management and Protection Organizations (TEMPO360) laboratory certification database and produce documents in accordance with the standard operating procedures, business rules and guidelines as defined by the Department for Environmental Protection.
- Assists with the maintenance of the Laboratory Certification Program. Review of internal standard operating procedures (SOPS); make presentations, attend applicable workshops and training.
- Responds to information requests from laboratories and internal stakeholders. Prepares reports.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Good communication skills.
- Knowledge of and ability to work with Microsoft Office programs.
- Ability to work with variety of people from different backgrounds.
- Analytical thinker with attention to detail.
EEC 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/ .
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: Three years 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 Brittany Kidwell at Brittany.Kidwell@ky.gov or 502-782-3326.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Salary : $4,298 - $5,942