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 Abandoned Mine Lands (AML), Program Development Branch, Environmental Assessment
Section as an Environmental Scientist Advisor in Franklin county, you will have the opportunity to serve as a
team leader and coordinate staff activities responsible for reviewing the implementation of scientific and
technical programs and studies for the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) program associated with AML
Reclamation Projects in the Eastern and Western Kentucky coal fields.
Holders of the Environmental Scientist Advisor position will complete tasks such as:
- Review, evaluate and provide scientific and technical documents to the Federal Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) to obtain Authorization to Proceed (ATP)
- Evaluate and enter scientific project information in Federal Abandoned Mine Land Inventory System (AMLIS) ensuring proper documentation is reflected within the database.
- Perform biological reviews associated with AML reclamation projects as part of the NEPA process.
- Use GIS software to geo-reference project plans associated with all AML reclamation projects that are being reviewed for ATP from the Federal Office of Surface Mining.
- Conduct site visits and prepare reports on future AML projects providing scientific review of the plans and descriptions.
Holders of this job will learn the following skills:
- Edit and create maps using GIS software.
- Read project plans and technical drawings.
- Read and interpret geology and mine/mining maps.
Desired candidates possess the following requisite skills or experience applicable to the position:
- Experience working and communicating with outside agencies.
- Experience with GIS software (ArcPro)
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.
