What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Engineer I (FFTL) position at Commonwealth of Kentucky?
Description
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. 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 of Water/Water Infrastructure Branch/Engineering Section as an Environmental Engineer I in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to perform reviews and inspections of plans, designs, activities, and operations related to drinking water and wastewater infrastructure to determine compliance with environmental engineering standards.
This is a federally funded time-limited (FFTL) position. This means it is a position that is paid entirely as the result of a federal grant. The duration of employment shall not exceed the life of the federal grant that funds the position. An employee appointed to an FFTL position is required to meet the minimum requirements for the classification. Further, an employee appointed to an FFTL position is designated as an unclassified (non-merit) employee. An FFTL employee is eligible to receive benefits at the same level as a classified (merit) employee in a permanent position.
Holders of the Environmental Engineer I (FFTL) position will complete tasks such as:
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: See Special Requirements.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be licensed as a professional engineer by the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors.
http://kyboels.ky.gov/
Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.
Working Conditions
Work is typically performed in an office setting. Travel throughout the state may be required.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Terry Humphries at terry.humphries@ky.gov or 502.782.6983.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
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. 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 of Water/Water Infrastructure Branch/Engineering Section as an Environmental Engineer I in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to perform reviews and inspections of plans, designs, activities, and operations related to drinking water and wastewater infrastructure to determine compliance with environmental engineering standards.
This is a federally funded time-limited (FFTL) position. This means it is a position that is paid entirely as the result of a federal grant. The duration of employment shall not exceed the life of the federal grant that funds the position. An employee appointed to an FFTL position is required to meet the minimum requirements for the classification. Further, an employee appointed to an FFTL position is designated as an unclassified (non-merit) employee. An FFTL employee is eligible to receive benefits at the same level as a classified (merit) employee in a permanent position.
Holders of the Environmental Engineer I (FFTL) position will complete tasks such as:
- Review and analyze plans and specifications for drinking water and wastewater facility infrastructure construction projects for compliance with applicable state and/or federal regulations.
- Provide technical and engineering over-site for projects related to Emerging Contaminants.
- Perform periodic on-site construction inspections for emerging contaminant projects.
- Coordinate with local public water systems and associated partners to support projects.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: See Special Requirements.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be licensed as a professional engineer by the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors.
http://kyboels.ky.gov/
Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.
Working Conditions
Work is typically performed in an office setting. Travel throughout the state may be required.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Terry Humphries at terry.humphries@ky.gov or 502.782.6983.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Salary : $6,150 - $6,345
