Environmental Scientist II

Kentucky Personnel Cabinet•Frankfort, KY

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 Permit Review and Corrective Action Section in the Hazardous Waste Branch as an Environmental Scientist II in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to identify and abate threats to human health and the environment through permitting, inspections, and providing technical assistance and education to the regulated community. Responsiblities include but are not limited to the following: Review scientific plans and reports related to the remediation of soil and groundwater contamination Prepare technical reports and documents Draft permits to regulate both remediation and post closure care at Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Sites Provide technical assistance to facilities with respect to the requirements of RCRA Corrective Action and Post-closure Make recommendations to the Manager for decisions to approve or deny requests, plans, and applications from regulated facilities. Holders of this job will learn the following skills: Knowledge of the Hazardous Waste Program under the RCRA. Experience with various hazardous waste treatment and cleanup technologies. Skills and Expectations include but are not limited to the following: Environmental Science background. Understanding of geology and groundwater. Strong communication skills. Decision making. Creative and flexible thinking. Additional position information: This job will primarily be performed in an office setting but will require travel from time to time. Infrequent inspections will be performed at sites which have uneven and difficult terrain. Candidates must maintain a valid driver's license in order to drive state-owned vehicles to inspection sites. 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 on the future of Kentucky. We look forward to reviewing your application. 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/.

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.
Environmental Science background.
Understanding of geology and groundwater.
Strong communication skills.
Decision making.
Creative and flexible thinking.
Candidates must maintain a valid driver's license in order to drive state-owned vehicles to inspection sites.

Responsibilities

Review scientific plans and reports related to the remediation of soil and groundwater contamination
Prepare technical reports and documents
Draft permits to regulate both remediation and post closure care at Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Sites
Provide technical assistance to facilities with respect to the requirements of RCRA Corrective Action and Post-closure
Make recommendations to the Manager for decisions to approve or deny requests, plans, and applications from regulated facilities.

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