Environmental Scientist III
About The Position
The Environmental Scientist III works in the Division of Waste Management, Superfund Branch, State Section, within the Kentucky Energy & Environment Cabinet’s Department for Environmental Protection. The position assists the public by overseeing and carrying out the investigation, characterization, and cleanup of Coal Combustion Residual (CCR) Superfund sites and other contaminated sites and properties. The agency may authorize telecommuting, and may modify or end that arrangement at any time. The role includes reviewing corrective action and closure permits and evaluating geological and environmental reports related to site characterization, corrective action, and releases of hazardous substances, pollutants, and contaminants. It also involves field inspections, investigations, and assessments that include sampling soil, groundwater, soil gas, and surface water. The incumbent reviews Brownfield Redevelopment applications, environmental assessments, and management plans, and provides technical assistance to the public and other government agencies. Work is typically performed in an office, but may involve fieldwork and frequent statewide travel. Field conditions may include adverse weather, snakes and insects, water-borne pathogens, broken glass, rusty metal in streams, and hazards associated with electro-fishing equipment. The position has a six-month initial and promotional probationary period, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a natural, biological, or physical science, or a bachelor's degree including or supplemented by 20 semester hours in a natural, biological, or physical science.
- Three years of experience in natural resources, environmental control, or a related area.
- Graduate study in a natural, biological, or physical science may substitute for required experience on a year-for-year basis.
- Experience in natural resources, environmental control, engineering, or a related area may substitute for required education on a year-for-year basis.
- No special age, licensure, or regulatory requirements are specified.
Nice To Haves
- Experience performing geological reviews of environmental compliance issues, site characterization, and remediation.
- Ability to lead a group in the office and in the field in completing complex technical projects.
Responsibilities
- Review corrective action and closure permits for Coal Combustion Residual (CCR) Superfund sites.
- Perform geological and environmental reviews of site characterization and corrective action reports for releases at permitted CCR Superfund sites and other releases of hazardous substances, pollutants, and contaminants.
- Perform site inspections, site investigations, and environmental assessments, including sampling soil, groundwater, soil gas, and surface water.
- Review Brownfield Redevelopment applications, environmental assessments, and management plans.
- Provide technical assistance to the public and other government agencies.
- Lead groups in the office and in the field in completing complex technical projects.
Benefits
- Opportunities for development and upward movement.
- Eligible for overtime pay.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
