Advertisement Closes: 10/5/2024 (8:00 PM EDT)
req 64364: Environmental Scientist III
Pay Grade: 15
Salary: $3,845.56 – $5,768.44 Monthly
Employment Type: EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
Click here for more details on state employment.
Hiring Agency: Energy & Environment Cabinet | Dept for Environmental Protection
Location: Location Varies, USA
The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute two days per week. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.DescriptionThe 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 YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSuC43XqlHchYeQ66tP7tg and our Careers page: https://eec.ky.gov/Pages/careers.aspx
By joining the Division of Water, Drinking Water Branch, Technical Assistance Section as an Environmental Scientist III in Hopkins or McCracken County, you will have the opportunity to provide assistance and technical oversight to state and federal agencies as well as Public Water Systems (PWS) in the interpretation and implementation of the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). Provide Technical Assistance to achieve and maintain compliance for all PWS in Madisonville and Paducah Regions. Provide system evaluations, special studies, sampling, analysis & reports as needed for PWS to return & maintain compliance w/federal & state regulations. Provides guidance for chemical approvals and alternate staffing plans. Documents assistance provided & provides updates in the data base.
Holders of the Environmental Scientist III position will complete tasks such as:
- Provide Technical assistance to public water systems.
- Evaluate public water systems processes. Conduct special studies including various sampling techniques.
- Analyze and manipulate data and provide reports.
Holders of this job will learn the following skills: (optional)
- Water treatment optimization skills and how to conduct special studies.
- How to conduct Comprehensive Performance Evaluations, and Performance Based Training.
- How to interpret state and federal regulations and apply them.
Desired candidates possess the following requisite skills or experience applicable to the position:
- Attention to detail.
- Problem solving.
- Critical thinking.
- Data analysis.
- Presentation skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.
Incumbents in this class may perform work in the field with frequent travel on a statewide basis. May also be standing,stooping,bending and lifting, and sitting at a desk, etc.
EEC provides opportunities for development and upward movement. There is room to grow your skillset 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.
Minimum Requirements
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
Working Conditions
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.
Probationary Period
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 Joseph Uliasz at joseph.uliasz@ky.gov or 502-782-6291.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
