Pay Grade

15

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

By joining the Kentucky Division of Abandoned Mine Lands, Eastern Region Branch, East III Section as an Environmental Scientist III in Floyd County, you will have the opportunity to provide assistance and technical oversight to citizens, state and federal agencies, local governments, and businesses in the development, interpretation and implementation of regulation and policies related to the activities of the Division of Abandoned Mine Lands.

You will conduct investigations of mining hazards, reported by citizens, utilizing a variety of technical tools to initiate the eligibility determinations; investigate sites, frequently walking in mountainous terrain and driving off road in rural areas, gathering photos, videos, water samples, and other data; preparing reports related to findings; interacting with citizens to gather information and discuss agency guidelines.

Additionally, you will provide inspection of ongoing construction projects, across a variety of programs, to ensure compliance with design plans, state regulations, and federal guidelines; Oversee ongoing construction work to assess for quality and implementation of best practices and technical details; prepare reports on materials and quantities for ongoing projects; coordinate and review change orders and invoices with contractors and divisional staff; ensure fiscal compliance within contracts and act as primary divisional contact at sites.

Holders of the Environmental Scientist III position will complete tasks such as:

• Conduct investigations of mining hazards.
• Conduct inspections of ongoing construction projects.
• Maintain fiscal documentation on ongoing construction projects.
• Conduct material testing and gather and tests water samples.
• Reviews plans, technical details, and specifications for technical accuracy.

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

• Oral and written communication skills
• Organizational and planning skills
• Attention to detail
• Technical writing skills
• Proficiency in the use of computers and Microsoft Office suite software

Additional position information: Work is performed in an office environment, outdoors on mountainous terrain and on active construction sites. incumbents in this position may perform work in the field with frequent travel within the assigned region. An incumbent to this position may be subject to adverse weather conditions, exposure to snake and insect bites, hazardous mining debris and heavy equipment activity.

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 David Sorrel at david.sorrel@ky.gov or 502-782-6777.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D