Environmental Scientist III

The Environmental Scientist III position at the Commonwealth of Kentucky involves overseeing environmental protection laws and supporting highway design projects. Key responsibilities include leading environmental decision-making, writing technical documents, and administering pollution control systems. Candidates should have a relevant bachelor's degree and three years of experience in environmental control. This is a full-time role based in Lexington, KY, with eligibility for overtime.
About the position

The Environmental Scientist III position at the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet involves coordinating the implementation and oversight of environmental protection laws and regulations. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with environmental standards while supporting highway design projects and enhancing the quality of life in Kentucky through sustainable practices.

Responsibilities
• Serve as team leader in environmental decision making.
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• Write and review technical documents.
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• Administer District's Kentucky Pollutant Discharge Elimination System.
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• Serve as District Leader for Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Program.

Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in a natural, biological or physical science or a related field with 20 semester hours in a natural, biological or physical science.
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• Three years of experience in natural resources, environmental control, or a related area.
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• Experience working in environmental control.
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• Experience working with Geographic Information System (GIS).
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• Experience writing National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) documents.

Nice-to-haves
• Experience working on highway design projects.

Benefits
• Full-time employment with eligibility for overtime pay.