Environmental Scientist

Final date to receive applications 9/8/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

2604434

Pay Grade 13

$3,551.88 - $4,910.60 Monthly

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Energy & Environment Cabinet | Dept for Environmental Protection

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.

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 You Tube page:  and our Careers page: .aspx

By joining the Division for Air Quality, Program Planning & Administration Branch, Regulation Development Section as an Environmental Scientist I in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to help protect Kentucky's air quality by supporting the development, promulgation, and implementation of state air quality regulations.

• Under direct supervision, assist in drafting, revising, and promulgating Kentucky air quality regulations.
• Review changes to federal environmental regulations and evaluate their applicability for adoption into Kentucky's regulatory framework.
• Research and interpret the Clean Air Act, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidance, and other federal requirements to support regulatory development.
• Coordinate with the Legislative Research Commission (LRC) and other stakeholders throughout the administrative regulation promulgation process.
• Prepare regulatory documents, technical support materials, and responses required for the regulation development and promulgation process.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• How to support public participation through conducting public hearings and managing public comment periods.
• How to develop and promulgate Kentucky administrative regulations.
• How to navigate the administrative regulation process, including coordination with the LRC.

• Proficient in using Microsoft Office.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and explain complicated environmental regulations.
• Work well within a team setting in addition to being self-motivated.

• This position is primarily office-based, with most communication conducted via email and phone.

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.

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 the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888‑897‑7781 or https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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…