Environmental Scientist III (FFTL)

The State of Kentucky is hiring an Environmental Scientist III to serve as a technical advisor on abandoned mine hazards, ensuring environmental safety and compliance in reclamation projects. Key responsibilities include inspections, oversight of construction projects, and responding to citizen inquiries. Candidates need a relevant bachelor's degree and three years of experience in environmental control. This is a full-time remote position offering opportunities for development.
About the position

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. By joining the KY Division of Abandoned Mine Lands (AML) Central Region Branch Central III Section as an Environmental Scientist III in Perry County, you will have the opportunity to serve as a technical & scientific advisor for a specialized area, investigating complaints of hazards on inactive/abandoned mines that are no longer operational ensuring there is not a risk to the environment or surrounding communities.

Responsibilities
• Serve as a technical & scientific advisor for a specialized area, investigating complaints of hazards on inactive/abandoned mines.
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• Conduct inspections and provide oversight on reclamation construction projects.
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• Act as Section primary contact for reclamation projects.
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• Ensure compliance to design plans, contract standards, & state/federal guidelines.
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• Maintain fiscal documentation on construction projects.
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• Provide reports on expenditures & compliance with standard details and specifications.
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• Respond to citizen inquiries to investigate problems potentially caused by pre-law mining.
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• Develop and submit detailed reports of citizen inquiry investigations.
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• Inspect AML reclamation projects to ensure that contractors adhere to design plans, AML standard details, and technical specifications.
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• Complete daily reports and complete financial documents related to AML reclamation projects.
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• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements
• 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.
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• Three years of experience in natural resources, environmental control, or a related area.
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• Experience in investigation of pre-law mining hazards.
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• Experience in inspection and reporting for construction reclamation projects.
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• Experience in use of Survey 123 and ArcGIS.
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• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, Outlook email and calendar).
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• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
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• Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.

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Benefits
• Full-time employment
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• Eligible for overtime pay
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• Opportunities for development and upward movement