Environmental Engineer Supervisor

Final date to receive applications

10/1/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

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Environmental Engineer Supervisor

Pay Grade

18

Salary

$7,068.64 - $8,066.02 Monthly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE 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. 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 tooffer, check out our You Tube page  and our Careers page https://eec.ky.gov/Pages/careers.aspx

By joining the Division of Water's Surface Water Permits Branch as an Environmental Engineer Supervisor of the Municipal Section in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to lead a team in preparing Kentucky Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (KPDES) permits for publicly-owned treatment works and providing technical and scientific assistance on permitting for this regulated community.

Holders of the Environmental Engineer Supervisor position will complete tasks such as:

• Supervise a team of employees in the Municipal Section including, but not limited to, approving and denying leave requests, approving timesheets, providing coaching to staff, completing staff evaluations, etc.
• Review draft permit documents for KPDES discharge permits to Municipal Wastewater Treatment Plants prepared by staff to determine compliance with applicable federal and state laws and regulations.
• Provide technical assistance regarding environmental statutes and regulations related to KPDES permit applications and permitting documents, the Pretreatment Program, the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems(MS4s) Program, and the Whole Effluent Toxicity (WET) compliance program.
• Represent the Division at meetings and conferences as it relates to KPDES permitting activities and conducts site visits as required.
• Act as an expert witness at hearings regarding the KPDES permitting program.

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

• Reliable and dependable supervisory and decision-making skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong time management skills and attentive to details.
• Proficient in writing, presenting, planning, and facilitating meetings.

EEC provides opportunities for development and upward movement. There is room to grow your skill set as youbuild your career. Come join our team and make an impact in the future of Kentucky.

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-Verifyresponsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at  or https://dhs.gov/e-verify

Working Conditions

Work is performed in the office and in the field. Will be exposed to risks inherent to construction sites.

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