Environmental Scientist III (FFTL)
About The Position
The mission of the Kentucky Energy & 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. This position is a federally funded time-limited (FFTL) position, meaning it is paid entirely by a federal grant. The duration of employment shall not exceed the life of the federal grant. This position will be responsible for administering the Emerging Contaminants in Small or Disadvantaged Communities (EC-SDC) Grant. Responsibilities will include grant management, project tracking, coordination with EPA and funding recipients, development of program guidance, review of work plans and reimbursement requests, compliance monitoring, and preparation of required federal reports. This position will ensure timely expenditure of federal funds and successful completion of grant objectives. By joining the Division of Water Drinking Water Branch as an Environmental Scientist III in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to help ensure successful delivery of critical drinking water infrastructure improvements throughout the Commonwealth and help Kentucky schools and childcare facilities identify and address sources of lead exposure in drinking water.
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.
- Three years of experience in natural resources, environmental control, or a related area.
- Interpretation and implementation of environmental regulations.
- Environmental monitoring and/or data analysis.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
- Experience in databases or data management with multiple data systems.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication.
- Leadership skills, including project coordination and collaboration with multiple organizations.
Responsibilities
- Administering the Emerging Contaminants in Small or Disadvantaged Communities (EC-SDC) Grant.
- Grant management.
- Project tracking.
- Coordination with EPA and funding recipients.
- Development of program guidance.
- Review of work plans and reimbursement requests.
- Compliance monitoring.
- Preparation of required federal reports.
- Ensure timely expenditure of federal funds and successful completion of grant objectives.
- Help ensure successful delivery of critical drinking water infrastructure improvements throughout the Commonwealth.
- Help Kentucky schools and childcare facilities identify and address sources of lead exposure in drinking water.
Benefits
- Eligible for overtime pay.
- Eligible to receive benefits at the same level as a classified (merit) employee in a permanent position.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
