Environmental Scientist

Environmental Scientist I

Final date to receive applications: 9/28/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

Pay Grade: 13

Salary: $3,551.88 - $5,008.90 Monthly

Employment Type:

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

Location:

130 Eagle Nest Drive
Paducah, KY 42003 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 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 as an Environmental Scientist I in McCracken County, you will have the opportunity to be responsible for beginning level inspections at permitted sources, responding to citizen complaints, and providing technical assistance to regulated facilities and the general public.

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

• Review reports submitted by facilities
• Conduct source inspections
• Respond to citizen complaints
• Witness stack tests
• Assist facility personnel with questions

Holders of this job will learn the following skills: (optional)

• Method 9 Certification
• First Aid / CPR training and certification

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

• Decision making skills
• Good communication
• Good organizational and planning skills
• Analytical thinking
• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Teamwork, initiative
• Ability to work under pressure

If you are interested in being part of an organization that protects human health and the environment, comejoin us at the Division for Air Quality!

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  or https://www.e-verify.gov/.

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.

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:

NONE

Substitute EDUCATION for

EXPERIENCE:

NONE

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 this 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 Matthew Wallace lace or .

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D