Local recruitment: Environmental Scientist I (FFTL)

Local recruitment: Environmental Scientist I (FFTL) Kentucky Energy & Environment Cabinet (EEC) Frankfort, KY, USA 🇺🇸

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4/16/2026 (8:00 PM EDT) 26-01670: Environmental Scientist I (FFTL)

Pay Grade:

13

Salary:

$3,551.88 - $4,940.60

Monthly Employment Type:

EXECUTIVE BRANCH

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FULL TIME

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ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY

| 18A | 37.5 HR/WK Click here for more details on state employment. Hiring AgencyEnergy & Environment Cabinet | Dept for Environmental ProtectionLocation300 Sower Boulevard Frankfort, KY 40601 USADescriptionThe 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 This is a federally funded time-limited (FFTL) position. This means it is a position that is paid entirely as the result of a federal grant. The duration of employment shall not exceed the life of the federal grant that funds the position. An employee appointed to an FFTL position is required to meet the minimum requirements for the classification. Further, an employee appointed to an FFTL position is designated as an unclassified (non-merit) employee. An FFTL employee is eligible to receive benefits at the same level as a classified (merit) employee in a permanent position. By joining the Division of Water/Watershed Management Branch/Groundwater Section as an Environmental Scientist I in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to work in groundwater compliance and groundwater studies. Holders of the Environmental Scientist I position will complete tasks such as: Assisting in well inspections for well driller compliance Assisting in ambient groundwater sampling for historic and emerging contaminants Assisting in groundwater related studies and projects Assisting in dye traces Desired candidates possess the following requisite skills or experience applicable to the position: Excellent time management skills Excellent communication skills GIS experience Additional position information: Travel required Standing, stooping, bending and lifting Working in field environments Driver license required 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.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Adam Smith at Adam.

Smith@ky.gov or 502-782-6453. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D Expired

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time

ORGANIZATION TYPE

Government

EXPERIENCE-LEVEL 0-2

Years

DEGREE REQUIRED

Bachelor's (Or Equivalent) Back to all water jobs