Environmental Scientist I

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet • Frankfort, KY

3d

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 in the Nonpoint Source and Basin Team as an Environmental Scientist I in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to work alongside state, federal, and local partners to encourage voluntary abatement of nonpoint source pollution through the implementation of the Clean Water Act 319(h) Nonpoint Source Grant Program, education and outreach, and river basin coordination. The Nonpoint Source and Basin Team currently seeks one (1) Environmental Scientist 1 to serve as a River Basin Coordinator.

Holders of the Environmental Scientist I River Basin Coordinator position will, under direct supervision of the Supervisor, complete tasks such as:
Maintain a river basin team consisting of governmental and non-governmental stakeholders engaged in watershed and water quality efforts
Provide assistance and technical oversight to businesses, state and federal agencies, local governments, and the general public in the interpretation and implementation of environmental policies and best practices pertaining to nonpoint source pollution.
Provide technical assistance and review to watershed groups, contractors, and other organizations in developing and implementing watershed plans to protect and restore Kentucky's surface and groundwater.
Communicate principles of nonpoint source pollution control and 319(h) programmatic elements
Develop and provide water outreach and education to the public, including preparing and delivering presentations.
Holders of this job will learn the following skills:
Watershed Planning.
Science communication.
Meeting facilitation.
Desired candidates possess the following requisite skills or experience applicable to the position:
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Self- motivated with excellent time management skills.
GIS skills and experience.
Familiarity with the Clean Water Act, nonpoint source pollution, and other water topics.
Comfortability public speaking.
Additional position information: Travel may be required. Candidates must maintain a current driver's license. Person must be comfortable communicating in person or by other means of technology and will spend majority of the time using a computer.

EEC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. EEC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that EEC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/.

EEC provides opportunities for development and upward movement. There is room to grow your skill set as you build your career. Come join our team and make an impact in the future of Kentucky. We look forward to reviewing your application.

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.
• NONE
• Experience in natural resources, environmental control, engineering or a related area will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• Travel may be required.
• Candidates must maintain a current driver's license.
• Person must be comfortable communicating in person or by other means of technology and will spend majority of the time using a computer.

Nice To Haves

• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Self- motivated with excellent time management skills.
• GIS skills and experience.
• Familiarity with the Clean Water Act, nonpoint source pollution, and other water topics.
• Comfortability public speaking.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a river basin team consisting of governmental and non-governmental stakeholders engaged in watershed and water quality efforts
• Provide assistance and technical oversight to businesses, state and federal agencies, local governments, and the general public in the interpretation and implementation of environmental policies and best practices pertaining to nonpoint source pollution.
• Provide technical assistance and review to watershed groups, contractors, and other organizations in developing and implementing watershed plans to protect and restore Kentucky's surface and groundwater.
• Communicate principles of nonpoint source pollution control and 319(h) programmatic elements
• Develop and provide water outreach and education to the public, including preparing and delivering presentations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level