Environmental Scientist Advisor

Final date to receive applications

9/13/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Environmental Scientist Advisor

$5,445.66 - $6,666.08 Monthly

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE 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 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 for Air Quality, Program Planning and Administration Branch, Emissions Inventory Section as an Environmental Scientist Advisor in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to provide assistance and technical oversight to businesses, state and federal agencies, local governments, and/or the general public in the development, interpretation and implementation of annual emissions survey submissions aswell as conduct scientific studies including analyzing and interpreting data that pertains to permit emissions information.

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

• Serve as a technical advisor responsible for implementing scientific programs and studies related tothe Federal Air Emissions Reporting Rule on a statewide basis.
• Provide expertise in the development of guidelines and procedures relating to air quality emissions inventory
• Evaluate permits, projects, authorizations, and certification applications to determine compliance with existing regulations.
• Oversee and implement the creation, maintenance, and closure of regulated facilities in the Kentucky Emissions Inventory System based on approved permitting actions under Title V and minor source programs.
• Complete Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) of required permitting emissions inventory information for sources.
• Provide input as requested related to QA/QC data for state and federal agency use.

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

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:

Five 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

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,…