Job description
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4/3/2023 (8:00 PM EDT)
23-02732
Environmental Scientist I
Pay Grade
12
Salary
$2,871.32 - $3,883.92 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME, ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
Hiring Agency
Energy & Environment Cabinet | Dept for Environmental Protection
Location
300 Sower Blvd
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.
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. Our mission in the Hazardous Waste Branch of the Division of Waste Management is to support our community in the fulfillment of their regulatory requirements as demanded by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act by providing services, solutions, and technology leadership in a secure, transparent, and fiscally responsible manner. 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 Waste Management, Hazardous Waste Branch, Permit Review and Corrective Action Section as an Environmental Scientist I 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.
Holders of the Environmental Scientist I position will complete tasks such as:
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 in the future of Kentucky. We look forward to reviewing your application.
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 Waste Management, Hazardous Waste Branch, Permit Review and Corrective Action Section as an Environmental Scientist I 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.
Holders of the Environmental Scientist I position will complete tasks such as:
- Reviewing, scientific and regulatory, plans and reports related to the remediation of soils and groundwater.
- Preparing technical reports and documents.
- Drafting of permits to regulate both remediation and post-closure care at the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) sites.
- Providing technical assistance to facilities with respect to the requirements of RCRA corrective action and post-closure.
- Making recommendations to the Manager for decisions to approve or deny requests, plans, and applications from regulated facilities.
- Knowledge of the Hazardous Waste Program under the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act
- Experience with hydrogelology and various hazardous waste treatment technologies
- Evaluation of cost estimates and alternatives for hazardous waste remediation and management
- Ability to work under pressure
- Scientific background with a preference towards geology and groundwater chemistry
- Communication
- Leadership
- Decision making
- Creative thinking
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 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: 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
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 this position may be subject to adverse weather conditions, exposure to snake and insect bites, water-borne pathogens, broken glass, and rusty metal in streams. Electrocution from electro-fishing equipment is possible.
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
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