What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Scientist Advisor (FFTL) position at Commonwealth of Kentucky?
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Environmental Scientist Advisor (FFTL)
Pay Grade
16
Salary
$5,287.04 - $6,345.14 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
Energy & Environment Cabinet | Dept for Environmental Protection
Location
300 Sower Blvd
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.
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 Drinking Water Branch, Compliance Section as an Environmental Scientist Advisor in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to work across agency and organizational lines, with the public and with the regulated community to provide technical assistance in the reporting, analysis and management of drinking water monitoring data for compliance with Federal and State drinking water regulations.
Holders of the Environmental Scientist Advisor position will complete tasks such as:
EEC provides opportunities for development and upward movement. There is room to grow your skill set as you build your career. Come join our team and make an impact in the future of Kentucky. We look forward to reviewing your application.
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 Drinking Water Branch, Compliance Section as an Environmental Scientist Advisor in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to work across agency and organizational lines, with the public and with the regulated community to provide technical assistance in the reporting, analysis and management of drinking water monitoring data for compliance with Federal and State drinking water regulations.
Holders of the Environmental Scientist Advisor position will complete tasks such as:
- Coordinate implementation of Federal and State drinking water regulations, including taking on a leadership role under the branch manager.
- Provide and coordinate technical assistance to public water systems, section supervisors, outside organizations, and field operations about regulatory compliance; evaluate if compliance criteria have been met
- Provide trainings and develop training and communication materials for public water systems and partner organizations
- Develop data management tools for drinking water data electronic submittal, and coordinate with other branches and agencies to develop those tools.
- Develop guidance and processes for data analysis of drinking water data.
- Present at conferences and industry meetings; represent Division of Water to outside agencies and public water systems.
- 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.
EEC provides opportunities for development and upward movement. There is room to grow your skill set as you build your career. Come join our team and make an impact in the future of Kentucky. We look forward to reviewing your application.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: 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.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Five years of experience in natural resources, environmental control, or a related area.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Graduate study in a natural, biological, or physical science will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Experience in natural resources, environmental control, engineering, or a related area will substitute for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE
Working Conditions
Work is typically performed in an office setting. Incumbents in this class may perform work in the field with frequent travel on a statewide basis. An incumbent in the position may be subject to adverse weather conditions, exposure to snakes and insects, water-borne pathogens, broken glass, rusty metal in streams, and hazards common to operation of electro-fishing equipment, which requires the following of safety procedures.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Ethan Givan at Ethan.Givan@ky.gov or 502-782-6984.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Salary : $5,287 - $6,345
