Environmental Scientist III
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 for Air Quality, Program Planning & Administration Branch, Emissions Inventory Section as an Environmental Scientist III in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to work on air emissions and permits for Kentucky sources.
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.
- Experience in calculating air emissions.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- good customer service skills.
Nice To Haves
- Air Emissions calculations.
- Air quality permit review.
- Air emissions inventory.
Responsibilities
- Create agency interests for facilities.
- Review permitting data for compliance with emissions.
- Work with US Environmental Protection Agency on national emissions data inventory.
- Review and approve emissions inventory in the KY Emissions Inventory System (EIS).
Benefits
- Eligible for overtime pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
