Environmental Scientist II

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6/23/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)

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Environmental Scientist II

Pay Grade14

Salary

$3,907.04 - $5,401.34 Monthly

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Energy & Environment Cabinet | Department for Natural Resources

Location

101 Bulldog Lane, Suite 103
Hazard, KY 41701 USA

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

Description

The mission of the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet (EEC) is to improve the quality of life for allKentuckians by protecting our land, air, and water resources by utilizing our natural resources in anenvironmentally conscientious manner. We do this by helping families connect with nature and preserving theCommonwealth's natural heritage; and by supporting innovative, resilient, and sustainable energy solutionsthat 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 theenvironment we live in, then EEC is the cabinet for you. For more information on what our cabinet has tooffer, check out our YouTube page and our Careerspage

By joining the Division of Abandoned Mine Lands (AML) as an Environmental Scientist II in Perry county, youwill have the opportunity to provide support and technical oversight within a program area for the evaluationof environmental, mining, natural resources and energy to the general public, businesses, local, state, andfederal agencies. To performs technical duties in the development, interpretation and implementation ofenvironmental protection, environmental mitigation, energy and natural resource policies and regulation, suchas monitoring and inspections to determine compliance, coordinating changes to policy, data analysis, andreporting.

Holders of the Environmental Scientist I position will complete tasks such as:

• Investigate citizen complaints
• Conducts site visits and reports on the status of active AML Reclamation program and construction sites.
• Inspect Bond forfeiture sites and make recommendations/plans for remediation
• Reviews and interprets construction plans, specifications, and contracts for assigned projects. • Reviewsinvoices for assigned projects and checks for accuracy.

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

• Attention to details
• Time management
• Knowledge of underground/surface coal mines workings
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good communication skills and organization skills

Additional position information: Travel will be required within the central region to various Counties. Officework will be computer related tasks while field work can consist of inspecting in various terrain.

EEC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirmthat you are authorized to work in the U.S. EEC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer andcompleted the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that EEC has violated its E-Verifyresponsibilities, please contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at View phone number on click.appcast.io or

EEC provides opportunities for development and upward movement. There is room to grow your skill set as youbuild your career. Come join our team and make an impact in the future of Kentucky. We look forward toreviewing 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: One year 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 require 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 Duane Bates at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D