Environmental Scientist Consultant I
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. By joining the Division of Water (DOW) Water Quality Branch as an Environmental Consultant I in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to play an integral role in supporting DOW’s mission to manage, protect, and restore the quality and quantity of water resources in the Commonwealth.
Requirements
- Understanding of state and federal environmental regulations, particularly those which support the objectives of the Clean Water Act and implementation of water pollution control programs.
- Ability to analyze and interpret scientific, technical, and environmental monitoring data.
- Strong written communication skills, including the ability to prepare technical reports, regulatory documents, and correspondence.
- Ability to communicate technical information effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- 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.
- Eight years of experience in natural resources, environmental control, or a related area.
- Graduate study in a natural, biological, or physical science will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
- Experience in natural resources, environmental control, engineering, or a related area will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Responsibilities
- Review, develop, and maintain Kentucky's Administrative Regulations on water quality and water pollution control laws, policies and guidance documents.
- Support water quality standards review and permitting actions and compile technical information required to evaluate and recommend regulatory actions.
- Evaluate water quality and biological monitoring data, external scientific research and technical supporting documents, and EPA guidance documents to support the development and maintenance of water quality standards and implementation of the Commonwealth’s antidegradation policy and methodology.
- Respond to inquiries from regulated entities, local governments, federal agencies and the public regarding water quality standards and implementation.
- Lead and participate in stakeholder engagement meetings and inter- and intra-agency coordination efforts involving water quality standards and related water pollution control actions.
- Prepare correspondence, briefing materials, presentations and program reports.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
