Environmental Scientist II
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 Abandoned Mine Lands (AML) as an Environmental Scientist II in Perry county, you will have the opportunity to provide support and technical oversight within a program area for the evaluation of environmental, mining, natural resources and energy to the general public, businesses, local, state, and federal agencies. To performs technical duties in the development, interpretation and implementation of environmental protection, environmental mitigation, energy and natural resource policies and regulation, such as monitoring and inspections to determine compliance, coordinating changes to policy, data analysis, and reporting.
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.
- One year 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.
Nice To Haves
- Attention to details
- Time management
- Knowledge of underground/surface coal mines workings
- Ability to work under pressure
- Good communication skills and organization skills
Responsibilities
- Investigate citizen complaints
- Conducts site visits and reports on the status of active AML Reclamation program and construction sites.
- Inspect Bond forfeiture sites and make recommendations/plans for remediation
- Reviews and interprets construction plans, specifications, and contracts for assigned projects.
- Reviews invoices for assigned projects and checks for accuracy.
Benefits
- Eligible for overtime pay
- 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
