Environmental Scientist III

Salary: $4,297.66 - $5,941.50 Monthly

Pay Grade: 15

Employment Type:

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

Location:

Location Varies

Hiring Agency:
Energy & Environment Cabinet | Department for Natural Resources

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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..aspx

By joining the Division of Mine Reclamation and Enforcement, Non-Coal, Explosives, and Blasting Branch as an Environmental Scientist III in Franklin County, you will be a highly skilled team member, providing a vitallink between the Field Enforcement staff, management, industry officials, and the public.

• Perform inspections for permitting, bonding, environmental protection, and enforcement of non-coal mining operations
• Investigate and document citizens' complaints pertaining to non-coal mining permits
• Evaluate permits and non-coal mining operations to determine compliance with regulations
• Attend hearings and permit conferences concerning non-coal mining permits and, or, violations
• Attend training as required

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

• Communication and organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Teamwork
• Decision-making skills

EEC provides opportunities for development and upward movement. There is room to grow your skillset 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 -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:

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

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.

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 Cameron Mullen len or .

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D