- Advertisement Closes: 3/30/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)
- 26-01435: Environmental Scientist II
- Pay Grade: 14
- Salary: $3,907.04 – $5,401.34 Monthly
- Employment Type: EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency: Energy & Environment Cabinet | Dept for Environmental Protection
Location: 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.
Description
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 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 Permit Review and Corrective Action Section in the Hazardous Waste Branch as an Environmental Scientist II in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to identify and abate threats to human health and the environment through permitting, inspections, and providing technical assistance and education to the regulated community.
Responsiblities include but are not limited to the following:
- Review scientific plans and reports related to the remediation of soil and groundwater contamination
- Prepare technical reports and documents
- Draft permits to regulate both remediation and post closure care at Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Sites
- Provide technical assistance to facilities with respect to the requirements of RCRA Corrective Action and Post-closure
- Make recommendations to the Manager for decisions to approve or deny requests, plans, and applications from regulated facilities.
Holders of this job will learn the following skills:
- Knowledge of the Hazardous Waste Program under the RCRA.
- Experience with various hazardous waste treatment and cleanup technologies.
Skills and Expectations include but are not limited to the following:
- Environmental Science background.
- Understanding of geology and groundwater.
- Strong communication skills.
- Decision making.
- Creative and flexible thinking.
Additional position information:
- This job will primarily be performed in an office setting but will require travel from time to time. Infrequent inspections will be performed at sites which have uneven and difficult terrain.
- Candidates must maintain a valid driver’s license in order to drive state-owned vehicles to inspection sites.
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 on 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 888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/.
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: One year 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 Aaron Newton at Aaron.Newton@ky.gov or 502-782-6425.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
