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Environmental Scientist I
Commonwealth of Kentucky —Frankfort, KY
- $3,551.88 - $4,910.60 a month
- Full-time
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- US work authorization
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FWS Summer 2026, Earth and Environmental Sciences Laboratory Assistant
University of Kentucky —Lexington, KY
- $12 - $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Analysis skills
Adjunct Faculty- Environmental Science Technology
Kentucky Community and Technical College System —Lexington, KY
- $825 an hour
- Part-time
- Laboratory
- Classroom
- Mid-level
Student Research Assistant - Plant and Soil Sciences
University of Kentucky —Lexington, KY
- Part-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- University
Traveling Field Inspector
Clean Harbors —Lexington, KY
- $15.63 - $41.54 an hour
- Overtime
- Civil engineering
- Heavy equipment operation
- Mid-level
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Environmental Scientist I

Commonwealth of Kentucky -
Frankfort, KY

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Job Details

Full-time
$3,551.88 - $4,910.60 a month
4 days ago

Qualifications

Biology
Bachelor's degree in biological science
Regulatory inspections
Data analysis reporting
Monitoring compliance data
Outdoor work experience
Environmental compliance
Data reporting
Routine inspections
Environmental Science
Environmental data interpretation
Bachelor's degree
Environmental data analysis
Bachelor's degree in environmental science
Environmental policy development projects
Entry level

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Environmental Scientist I

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Salary

$3,551.88 - $4,910.60 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 | 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 Enforcement's Civil Enforcement Branch as a Case Specialist, you will have the opportunity to work with the compliance efforts of all Divisions of the Department for Environmental Protection.

Holders of the Environmental Scientist I (Case Specialist) position with the Civil Enforcement Branch will complete tasks such as:

Under direct supervision, provide support and technical oversight for the evaluation of environmental, mining, natural resources and energy to the general public, businesses, local, state, and federal agencies.
Performs entry-level duties in the development, interpretation and implementation of environmental protection, environmental mitigation, energy and natural resource policies and regulations, such as routine monitoring and inspections to determine compliance, simple data analysis, and basic reporting.
Performs other duties as required.

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

Possess good communications skills.
Ability to read, comprehend, and explain complicated scientific data.
Work well within a team setting in addition to being self motivated.

Additional position information:
Travel for training may be required. Most work is completed in an office setting.

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.

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/.

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: NONE

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE

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 this 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 Jonathan Barker at [email protected] or 502-782-5963.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D

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