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7/19/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)

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Environmental Scientist III (FFTL)

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 & 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

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.

This position will be responsible for administering the Emerging Contaminants in Small or Disadvantaged Communities (EC-SDC) Grant. Responsibilities will include grant management, project tracking, coordination with EPA and funding recipients, development of program guidance, review of work plans and reimbursement requests, compliance monitoring, and preparation of required federal reports. This position will ensure timely expenditure of federal funds and successful completion of grant objectives.

By joining the Division of Water Drinking Water Branch as an Environmental Scientist III in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to help ensure successful delivery of critical drinking water infrastructure improvements throughout the Commonwealth and help Kentucky schools and childcare facilities identify and address sources of lead exposure in drinking water.

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

Interpretation and implementation of environmental regulations
Environmental monitoring and/or data analysis
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
Experience in databases or data management with multiple data systems
Strong organizational and project management skills
Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication
Leadership skills, including project coordination and collaboration with multiple organizations.

Additional position information: (travel required, standing/stooping/bending/lifting, sitting at a desk, etc.) This position requires some travel both within and out of state (less than 25%).

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 EVerify, 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 Kevin Stewart at Kevin.Stewart@ky.gov or 502-782-7081.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

Salary : $4,298 - $5,942

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