Commonwealth of Kentucky

Environmental Scientist I

Commonwealth of Kentucky  •  $43k - $59k/yr  •  Frankfort, KY (Onsite)  •  2 hours ago
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6/27/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)

2603000

Environmental Scientist I

Pay Grade
13

Salary

$3,551.88 - $4,910.60 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 Boulevard
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

By joining the Division of Water, Watershed Management Branch, Water Supply Section as an Environmental
Scientist I in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to work in a professional level position that
allows the incumbent to work with the public, government agencies, and the regulated community to ensure
compliance with state and federal environmental laws and regulations helping to protect Kentucky's water
resources.

Holders of the Environmental Scientist I position will complete tasks such as:
  • Serve as Licensed FAA Part 107 Remote pilot responsible for flying missions for DOW. Plan and executes drone
    missions including airspace determinations, weather conditions, and crew management.
  • Develop aerial imagery using small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) on a statewide basis and develop
    georeferenced images for computer models for projects.
  • Prepare reports and technical documents.
  • Research equipment and techniques for acquiring necessary data to develop maps and other GIS-related
    products for the Division of Water and other EEC programs.

Desired candidates possess the following requisite skills or experience applicable to the position:
  • Hold and maintain a FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot license.
  • Knowledge in using ArcGIS Pro, Sitescan, and other geographic and imagery software.
  • Planning and organizational skills.
  • Technical writing skills.
  • Communicating with different audiences.

Additional position information:
  • Must maintain a driver's license
  • Frequent communication in person or by other means
  • Some travel required
  • Field work may require standing, stooping, bending, lifting and walking on uneven terrain at times.

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:
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 Allan Shingleton at Allan.Shingleton@ky.gov or 502-782-6907.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Commonwealth of Kentucky

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Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Frankfort, Kentucky
Year Founded
1792
Website
kentucky.gov
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