Environmental Scientist Advisor

The Commonwealth of Kentucky is hiring an Environmental Scientist Advisor to oversee investigations and cleanups of contaminated sites, focusing on environmental assessments and compliance. The position offers a salary between $4,230.04 and $5,710.56 monthly and is full-time, with potential telecommuting options. Candidates should have experience in environmental sampling and assessments. The role supports sustainable energy solutions and aims to improve the quality of life for Kentuckians.
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4/14/2025 (8:00 PM EDT)

25-02135

Environmental Scientist Advisor

Pay Grade

16

Salary

$4,230.04 - $5,710.56 Monthly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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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 Waste Management, Superfund Branch, Petroleum Section as an Environmental Scientist Advisor in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to assist the public by overseeing and carrying out the investigation, assessment, and cleanup of a broad variety of contaminated sites and properties, with a focus on bringing contaminated properties back into safe and productive use.

Holders of the Environmental Scientist Advisor position will complete tasks such as:
• Complete ASTM Compliant Environmental Site Assessments for the Kentucky Brownfield Program.
• Review Brownfield Redevelopment Applications, environmental assessments, and management plans.
• Carry out inspections, site investigations, and environmental assessments involving sampling of soil, groundwater, and surface water.
• Review closure, characterization, and remediation reports for releases of petroleum, hazardous substances, and other contaminants.
• Serve as technical advisor to the public and other governmental agencies.

Desired candidates possess the following requisite skills or experience applicable to the position:
• Experience in carrying out sampling and analysis of environmental samples and assays.
• Experience in carrying out environmental site assessments.
• Ability to lead a group in the office and in the field in the completion of complex technical projects.
• General understanding of a broad range of environmental compliance issues, site characterization, and remediation.

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.

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

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: Five years 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 requires 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 Ken Logsdon at Kenneth.Logsdon@ky.gov or 502-782-6404.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D