Environmental Biologist Specialist

Commonwealth of Kentucky
Frankfort, KY Remote Full Time
POSTED ON 6/1/2023 CLOSED ON 11/30/2023

Job Posting for Environmental Biologist Specialist at Commonwealth of Kentucky

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6/10/2023 (8:00 PM EDT)
23-04794
Environmental Biologist Specialist
Pay Grade
14
Salary
$3,474.30 - $4,699.50 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 Blvd
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 Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet (EEC) presents an opportunity for you to make a difference in protecting the waters of the Commonwealth in a fast paced and collaborative environment. The Department for Environmental Protection (DEP), Division of Water's mission is to manage, protect and enhance the quality and quantity of the Commonwealth's water resources for present and future generations through voluntary, regulatory and educational programs.

Currently the Division of Water (DOW) seeks a candidate to serve in the Water Quality Certification (WQC) Section within the Water Resources Branch. The Environmental Biologist Specialist position is a professional level position that allows the incumbent to work across agency and organizational lines, with the public and regulated community to provide technical, scientific assistance in reviewing applications that have impacts to the Commonwealth’s water resources for compliance with water quality standards and the Clean Water Act.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Serves as a technical, scientific advisor for the 401 Water Quality Certification program.
  • Evaluates certification applications to determine compliance with existing regulations including review of proposed project plans for protection of DOW designated waters and water quality standards. Determines compliance with environmental control regulations by conducting site visits for applications. Conducts and issues 401 Water Quality Certification using TEMPO.
  • Reviews compliance monitoring reports and conducts on-site visits to determine if issued 401 Water Quality Certifications comply with certification conditions, requirements, and existing environmental regulations.
  • Develops, interprets, and revises program specific policies and implements the programs necessary to carry out those policies.
  • Provides technical assistance to department personnel and the regulated public in the interpretation, application and recommendation of 401 Water Quality Certifications.
  • Participates in staff meetings, seminars and symposia regarding program and standards development. Attends public hearings that will affect the environment.
The DOW offers flexibility in work schedules. Position responsibilities include both in office and on project sites, and provides an opportunity to network with a wide range of professionals within and outside the agency.

If you are interested in a rewarding career with the DOW we would love to review your application.
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in a biological, environmental or natural science, which includes at least thirty credit hours in the biological sciences.

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: One year of professional experience in research, environmental impact assessment, or related environmental program areas.

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Graduate work in the biological, environmental, or natural sciences will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE
Working Conditions
Work is typically performed in an office setting, laboratory setting and in the field. An incumbent to this job title may be subject to changes in temperature and terrain. There is the possibility of exposure to snake and insect bites and the possibility of minor cuts and abrasions due to broken glass and pieces of rusted metal in streams. Hypothermia, electrocution from electro-fishing and exposure to water borne pathogens is possible.
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 Samantha Vogeler at samantha.vogeler@ky.gov or 502.782.6995.
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