Environmental Scientist III (FFTL)

The Kentucky Personnel Cabinet is hiring an Environmental Scientist III for a full-time, federally funded position in Frankfort, KY, focusing on compliance with drinking water regulations. Responsibilities include providing technical assistance, preparing reports, and training. The position may allow for telecommuting, which can be modified or terminated by the agency. Candidates should have skills in data analysis, environmental regulations, and proficiency in MS Office and GIS software.
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Environmental Scientist III (FFTL)

Pay Grade15

Salary

$4,381.10 - $5,768.44 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 | 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 thetelecommuting arrangement at any time.

Description

The mission of the Kentucky Energy & Environment Cabinet (EEC) is to improve the quality of life for allKentuckians by protecting our land, air, and water resources by utilizing our natural resources in anenvironmentally conscientious manner. We do this by helping families connect with nature and preserving theCommonwealth's natural heritage; and by supporting innovative, resilient, and sustainable energy solutionsthat 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 theenvironment we live in, then EEC is the cabinet for you. For more information on what our cabinet has tooffer, check out our YouTube page our Careers page

By joining the Compliance Section of the Drinking Water Branch in the Division of Water as an EnvironmentalScientist III in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to work across agency and organizationallines, with the public and with the regulated community to provide technical assistance in the reporting,analysis, and management of drinking water monitoring data for compliance with Federal and State drinkingwater regulations.

This is a federally funded time-limited (FFTL) position. This means it is a position that is paid entirely as the result of a federal grant. The duration of employment shall not exceed the life of the federal grant that funds the position. An employee appointed to an FFTL position is required to meet the minimum requirements for the classification. Further, an employee appointed to an FFTL position is designated as an unclassified (non-merit) employee. An FFTL employee is eligible to receive benefits at the same level as a classified (merit) employee in a permanent position.

Holders of the Environmental Scientist III position will complete tasks such as:
• Provide technical support regarding the collection, analysis and management of compliance drinking waterdata and provide compliance assistance to the regulated community.
• Prepare technical reports and determine compliance with federal drinking water regulations.
• Prepare training materials, presentations, and guidance documents.
• Provide training to the regulatedcommunity and agency staff.
• Coordinate and collaborate with other agencies or branches on technical studies, development of datamanagement tools, and data sharing processes.
Desired candidates possess the following requisite skills or experience applicable to the position:
• Skills in environmental data analysis and data management.
• Experience with environmental regulations, monitoring and/or compliance.
• Proficient skills with MS Office suite.
• Experience working with ArcGIS Pro or similar GIS software products.
• Excellent problem solving, organizational, and communication skills
EEC provides opportunities for development and upward movement. There is room to grow your skill set as youbuild your career. Come join our team and make an impact in the future of Kentucky. We look forward toreviewing 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: Three 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 require the following of safety procedures.

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