Geologist I
About The Position
The Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet’s Division of Waste Management, Solid Waste Branch, Permit Section is hiring a Geologist I in Franklin County. The role provides technical support and oversight concerning groundwater effects of solid and special waste landfills to state and federal agencies, local governments, and the public. This work supports the development, interpretation, and implementation of environmental protection regulations and policies. The Solid Waste Branch processes permit applications, reporting documents, and fees for waste management and disposal facilities, whose regulatory requirements vary according to the waste involved. The position performs geological reviews of landfill permit applications, helps compile computer-generated site-specific environmental permits, assists with field investigations, and provides technical assistance to department staff, facility owners and operators, the public, consultants, and other governmental agencies. Work is typically performed in both an office and a fieldwork setting. The agency may authorize telecommuting up to two days per week and may modify or end that arrangement at any time.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in geology, earth system science, earth and environmental sciences, or a related field; registration by the Board of Registration for Professional Geologists may substitute for the required education.
- No experience, training, or skills are required as minimum qualifications.
- Communication and organizational skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Time-management skills.
- Teamwork.
- Decision-making skills.
Responsibilities
- Perform geological reviews of solid and special waste landfill permit applications to determine compliance with applicable statutes and regulations.
- Assist in compiling computer-generated, site-specific environmental permits.
- Assist in conducting field investigations of solid waste facilities regulated by the Division of Waste Management.
- Assist in providing technical support to department staff, owners and operators, the public, consultants, and other governmental agencies.
Benefits
- Opportunities for development and upward movement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
