Environmental Scientist I

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Pikeville, KY

7d•$3,552 - $5,009•Onsite

About The Position

The Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet’s Division of Mine Reclamation and Enforcement inspects state surface and underground coal mining permits to ensure compliance with the 1977 Federal Surface Mining Control Act (SMCRA). The Environmental Scientist I will join the Pikeville Branch, Pikeville Enforcement Section II, and provide technical assistance and oversight concerning the surface effects of coal mining to state and federal agencies, local governments, and the public. This work supports the development, interpretation, and implementation of environmental protection, mitigation, and natural resource policies. The position is based at 121 Mays Branch Road, Pikeville, Kentucky. Work is typically performed in an office, with field work and frequent statewide travel possible. Field work may involve adverse weather, snakes and insects, water-borne pathogens, broken glass, rusty metal in streams, and hazards associated with electro-fishing equipment. The position is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, and eligible for overtime pay. The monthly salary range is $3,551.88 to $5,008.90.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a natural, biological, or physical science; alternatively, a bachelor’s degree including or supplemented by 20 semester hours in a natural, biological, or physical science.
Experience in natural resources, environmental control, engineering, or a related area may substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Good communication and organizational skills.
Teamwork and initiative.
Attention to detail.
Time management and ability to work under pressure.
Decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

Perform inspections to ensure compliance with performance standards and frequency requirements.
Issue cessation and non-compliance orders to violators.
Provide assistance through on-site, pre-mining examinations to evaluate suitability for mining.
Investigate citizens’ complaints.
Provide technical assistance and oversight regarding the surface effects of coal mining to state and federal agencies, local governments, and the general public.