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8/20/2024 (8:00 PM EDT)
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Environmental Engineer II (FFTL)
Pay Grade17
Salary
$6,254.30 Monthly
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | INELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
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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 thetelecommuting arrangement at any time.
Description
The mission of the Kentucky Energy & Environment Cabinet (EEC) is to improve the quality of life for allKentuckians by protecting our land, air, and water resources by utilizing our natural resources in anenvironmentally conscientious manner. We do this by helping families connect with nature and preserving theCommonwealth's natural heritage; and by supporting innovative, resilient, and sustainable energy solutionsthat 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 theenvironment we live in, then EEC is the cabinet for you. For more information on what our cabinet has tooffer, check out our YouTube page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWSuC43XqlHchYeQ66tP7tgand our Careers page https://eec.ky.gov/Pages/careers.aspx
By joining the Division of Water, Water Resources Branch, Dam Safety Section as an Environmental Engineer IIin Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to travel the Commonwealth conducting regulatory inspectionson dams and developing Emergency Action Plans for State Owned Dams. The successful applicant will useengineering principals to review existing dams for compliance with state law. Geographic Information Systemswill be used frequently to support determinations. The incumbent will also coordinate with the Division ofEnforcement to conduct enforcement actions against regulated entities.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Performs high level engineering tasks in support of the Dam Safety Program.
- Reviews engineering plans,makes field observations during dam inspections, and evaluates the dams for compliance with statutes andregulations.
- Recommends necessary remedial actions at existing dams based on observations.
- Maintains documentation and data in the TEMPO database.
- Creates reports and other technical documents insupport of the Dam Safety Program's mission and in accordance with the standard operating procedures, businessrules and guidelines as defined by DEP.
- Develops and maintains Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) for dams.
- Serves as an EAP coordinator for stateowned dams.
- Utilizes computer software to accomplish review of engineering problems and design solutions.
Desired candidates possess the following requisite skills or experience applicable to the position:
- Thorough knowledge of accepted civil engineering practices, ability to read and interpret constructiondrawings and other engineering data. Previous experience with dam safety or water resources projects is aplus.
- Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and electronic communication methods
- Driven, self-starter able to work efficiently without close supervision
This position conducts work in an office setting and in the field. Significant travel will be required acrossthe Commonwealth of Kentucky with occasional overnight stays. This position will include substantial overtime.The position may also include occasional responses to dam emergencies at any time. This position if aFederally Funded Time Limited position contingent upon federal grant awards.
EEC provides opportunities for development and upward movement. There is room to grow your skill set as youbuild your career. Come join our team and make an impact in the future of Kentucky. We look forward toreviewing your application
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION:See Special Requirements.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS:Must have two years of engineering experience in addition to that required for licensure as a professional engineer.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE:Master's degree in engineering will substitute for one year of the required experience. Graduate work in engineering beyond a master's degree will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION:NONE
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.):Must be licensed as a professional engineer by the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors .
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Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.
Working Conditions
Work is typically performed in an office setting. Travel throughout the state may be required.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Glen Alexander at glen.alexander@ky.gov or 502.782.6874.
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D