Environmental Scientist Advisor

Final date to receive applications: 3/24/2026 (8:00 PM EDT)

Job
-01195

Position Title:

Environmental Scientist Advisor

Pay Grade: 16

Salary: $5,445.66 - $6,535.44 Monthly

Employment Type:

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE 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.

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 You Tube page:  and our Careers page: .aspx

By joining the Division of Water Watershed Management Branch in the Nonpoint Source and Basin Team as an Environmental Scientist Advisor in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to work alongside state, federal, and local partners to encourage voluntary abatement of nonpoint source pollution through the implementation of the Clean Water Act 319(h) Nonpoint Source Grant Program, education and outreach, and river basin coordination.

The Nonpoint Source and Basin Team currently seeks one (1) Environmental Scientist Advisor to serve as a River Basin Coordinator.

Holders of the Environmental Scientist I Big Sandy River Basin Coordinator position will, under direct supervision of the Supervisor, complete tasks such as:

• Maintain a river basin team consisting of governmental and non-governmental stakeholders engaged in watershed and water quality efforts
• Provide technical expertise to businesses, state and federal agencies, local governments, and the general public in the interpretation and implementation of environmental policies and best practices pertaining to nonpoint source pollution
• Provide technical expertise and review to watershed groups, contractors, and other organizations in developing and implementing watershed plans to protect and restore Kentucky's surface and groundwater
• Communicate principles of nonpoint source pollution control and 319(h) programmatic elements
• Develop and provide water outreach and education to the public, including preparing and delivering presentations

Holders of this job will learn the following skills: (optional)

• Watershed Planning
• Scientific communication
• Meeting facilitation

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

• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Self-motivated with excellent time management skills
• GIS skills and experience
• Familiarity with the Clean Water Act, nonpoint source pollution, and/or other water topics
• Comfortability public speaking

Travel may be required. Candidates should maintain a current driver's license. Person should be comfortable communicating in person or by other means of technology and will spend majority of the time using a computer.

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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…