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Environmental Scientist V

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE 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.

Description

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 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 (DOW)/Surface Water Permits Branch/Municipal Section as an Environmental Scientist V in Franklin county, you will have the opportunity to serve as a technical, scientific advisor and coordinator of the Pretreatment Program which reviews, approves, and oversees municipal pretreatement programs for discharges to Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs) across the Commonwealth of Kentucky.

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

• Administers requirements of the National Pretreatment Standards established in the Clean Water Act and implemented in KPDES permits.
• Researches, develops, and drafts new or revised program specific regulations, policies, and procedures based on State and Federal regulations, including researching and incorporating requirements for new and emerging contaminants such as Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS).
• Conducts on-site audits and inspections, documents findings, and issues reports with results and recommendations.
• Coordinates with Division of Enforcement for violations.
• Provides technical assistance and training to regulated entities.
• Prepares detailed reports and technical documents.
• Updates and tracks activities.

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

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Detail oriented and organizational skills.
• Time management.

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

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 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 Mark Absher at mark.absher@ky.gov or 502.782.5877.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D