The Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) is one of the largest agencies in Kentucky state government, with nearly 6,000 full- and part-time employees located across the Commonwealth focused on improving the lives and health of Kentuckians. The Division of Regulated Child Care (DRCC) is responsible for licensing and certification of child-care providers, as well as residential child caring facilities and child placing agencies. DRCC investigates complaints against these facilities, ensuring that proper regulatory action is in place. This Division plays an intricate part in the health, safety, and welfare of Kentucky's children.

Environmental Scientist Advisor

Research ScientistResearch ScientistFull TimeRemoteTeam 1,001-5,000

Location

United States

Posted

8 days ago

Salary

$5.4K - $6.5K / month

Environmental ScienceWatershed PlanningGISClean Water ActNonpoint Source PollutionScientific Communication

Job Description

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26-01195

Environmental Scientist Advisor

Pay Grade 16

Salary

$5,445.66 - $6,535.44 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 Boulevard
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA

Description

The agency may authorize the selected candidate to telecommute. The agency may terminate or modify the telecommuting arrangement at any time.

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 Watershed Management Branch in the Nonpoint Source and Basin Team as an Environmental Scientist Advisor in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to work alongside state, federal, and local partners to encourage voluntary abatement of nonpoint source pollution through the implementation of the Clean Water Act 319(h) Nonpoint Source Grant Program, education and outreach, and river basin coordination. The Nonpoint Source and Basin Team currently seeks one (1) Environmental Scientist Advisor to serve as a River Basin Coordinator.

Holders of the Environmental Scientist I Big Sandy River Basin Coordinator position will, under direct supervision of the Supervisor, complete tasks such as:

Maintain a river basin team consisting of governmental and non-governmental stakeholders engaged in watershed and water quality efforts
Provide technical expertise to businesses, state and federal agencies, local governments, and the general public in the interpretation and implementation of environmental policies and best practices pertaining to nonpoint source pollution.
Provide technical expertise and review to watershed groups, contractors, and other organizations in developing and implementing watershed plans to protect and restore Kentucky's surface and groundwater.
Communicate principles of nonpoint source pollution control and 319(h) programmatic elements
Develop and provide water outreach and education to the public, including preparing and delivering presentations

Holders of this job will learn the following skills: (optional)

Watershed Planning
Scientific communication
Meeting facilitation

Desired candidates possess the following requisite skills or experience applicable to the position:

Strong communication and organizational skills
Self-motivated with excellent time management skills
GIS skills and experience
Familiarity with the Clean Water Act, nonpoint source pollution, and/or other water topics
Comfortability public speaking

Travel may be required. Candidates should maintain a current driver's license. Person should be comfortable communicating in person or by other means of technology and will spend majority of the time using a computer.

EEC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. EEC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that EEC has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 888-897-7781 or https://www.e-verify.gov/.

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.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Michaela Lambert at Michaela.Lambert@ky.gov or 502-782-5282.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

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