Environmental Scientist III

October 27, 2022

Environmental Scientist III

Pay Grade: 14

Salary: $3,474.30 - $4,699.50 Monthly

Employment Type: EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME, ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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.

Description

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.

Currently the Division of Water (DOW) seeks a candidate to serve as Environmental Scientist III of the data management systems for the Safe Drinking Water Program. The Environmental Scientist III position of the Compliance Section within the Drinking Water Branch is a professional level position that allows the incumbent to work across agency and organizational lines, with the public and with the regulated community providing technical, scientific assistance in the management of data and data management systems for compliance with Federal and State drinking water regulations.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Serves as a technical scientific advisor for Drinking Water Branch data management for compliance with Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) by providing technical oversight in creating/modifying/testing/troubleshooting of data management systems. Adds user accounts to servers and determines system privileges.
Analyzes data submitted from labs and public water systems (PWSs). Ensures data is uploaded correctly into appropriate databases. Provides reports and technical assistance as needed. Maintains databases by ensuring inventory updates are applied across database programs.
Coordinates the submission of data to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) within established time frames to meet federal and state reporting requirements. Assists with the analysis and management of geospatial data and associated databases for regulatory compliance.
Assists with preparing reports in order to respond to Kentucky Open Records Act (KORA) information requests from the general public or other staff. Creates and maintains standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all duties and processes. Recommends procedural changes necessary for the implementation of state and federal regulations.
Provides training to agency staff and regulated community. Provides guidance on data transmission and communication between programs. Provides evaluation and guidance on new and updated environmental programs. Attends applicable workshops and trainings.

The DOW offers flexibility in work schedules, responsibilities both in and away from the office, an opportunity to network with a wide range of professionals within and outside the agency. If you are interested in a rewarding career with the DOW we would love to review 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: Three 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 snake and insect bites, water-borne pathogens, broken glass, and rusty metal in streams. Electrocution from electro-fishing equipment is possible.

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 Ethan Givan at ethan.givan@ky.gov or 502.782.6984.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

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