Environmental Scientist I (FFTL)

The Commonwealth of Kentucky is hiring an Environmental Scientist I to support the Division of Abandoned Mine Lands in Hazard, KY. This full-time position involves conducting environmental inspections, preparing reports, and providing technical assistance regarding environmental policies. Candidates should have strong communication skills and a background in environmental sciences. Telecommuting may be authorized, but can be modified or terminated by the agency.
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9/4/2025 (8:00 PM EDT)

25-05201

Environmental Scientist I (FFTL)

Pay Grade

13

Salary

$3,178.34 - $4,290.76 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 | Department for Natural Resources

Location

101 Bulldog Lane Ste 103
Hazard, KY 41701 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 Abandoned Mine Lands, Central Region, Central III Section as an Environmental Scientist I in Perry County, you will have the opportunity to provide support and technical oversight for the evaluation of environmental, mining, natural resources and energy to the general public, businesses, local, state and federal agencies.

Holders of the Environmental Scientist I position will complete tasks such as:
• Learns to conduct environmental inspections for the AML Reclamation program including collection, organization, evaluation and interpretation of samples and data to determine compliance.
• Prepares basic reports, correspondences and technical documents.
• Learns to provides technical assistance and information concerning the AML Reclamation program policies and regulations to public, businesses, local, state and federal agencies.
• Attends trainings to learn programs.
• Learns to oversee ongoing construction work to assess for quality and implementation of best practices and technical details.
• Prepares reports on materials and quantities for ongoing projects.
• Attends training and workshops to maintain a working knowledge of ongoing industry trends, divisional guidelines, and technical advancements.
• Reviews plans, technical details, and specifications for technical accuracy and compliance.
• Evaluates documents and provides assessment for areas of improvement.
• Completes and submits regular documentation on assigned items, as required for each.
• Reports on and provides assessments of ongoing work for fiscal and contractual compliance to supervisor.
• Ensures fiscal compliance within contracts.

Desired candidates possess the following requisite skills or experience applicable to the position:
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Background in environmental sciences, chemistry, or geology.

Additional position information: (travel required, standing, stooping, bending, lifting, sitting at a desk, etc.)

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://dhs.gov/e-verify

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 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.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Willard 'Ray' Shepherd at willard.shepherd@ky.gov or 606-594-4541.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D