Environmental Scientist I
About The Position
The mission of the Kentucky Energy and 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 Water, Watershed Management Branch, Water Supply Section as an Environmental Scientist I in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to work in a professional level position that allows the incumbent to work with the public, government agencies, and the regulated community to ensure compliance with state and federal environmental laws and regulations helping to protect Kentucky's water resources.
Requirements
- Hold and maintain a FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot license.
- Knowledge in using ArcGIS Pro, Sitescan, and other geographic and imagery software.
- Planning and organizational skills.
- Technical writing skills.
- Communicating with different audiences.
- Must maintain a driver's license
- Frequent communication in person or by other means
- Some travel required
- Field work may require standing, stooping, bending, lifting and walking on uneven terrain at times.
- 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 in natural resources, environmental control, engineering or a related area will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
Responsibilities
- Serve as Licensed FAA Part 107 Remote pilot responsible for flying missions for DOW.
- Plan and executes drone missions including airspace determinations, weather conditions, and crew management.
- Develop aerial imagery using small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) on a statewide basis and develop georeferenced images for computer models for projects.
- Prepare reports and technical documents.
- Research equipment and techniques for acquiring necessary data to develop maps and other GIS-related products for the Division of Water and other EEC programs.
Benefits
- Opportunities for development and upward movement.
- Room to grow your skill set as you build your career.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
