Environmental Scientist II 


Position: Environmental Scientist II
Salary: $3,964.04 - $4,719.66/month
Employment Type: Full-time, Eligible for Overtime
Location: Frankfort, KY (Partial Remote Possible)

About the Role
The Kentucky Energy & Environment Cabinet (EEC) is dedicated to protecting Kentucky’s natural resources. As an Environmental Scientist II in the Division of Water, Water Quality Branch, you'll analyze and monitor water quality to support conservation and public health initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain workflows for water quality data analysis and reporting.
  • Use automated tools to enhance data analysis across surface water programs.
  • Create visualizations and maps to support water quality standards and pollution mitigation.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience managing environmental data.
  • Proficiency in R or Python for data analysis and visualization.
  • Familiarity with Git/GitHub and data management best practices.
  • Knowledge of water quality, pollution biology, and data collection methods.
Why Join Us?
  • Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement.
  • Meaningful Impact: Contribute to environmental conservation.
  • Collaborative Environment: Work with a dedicated team.
Minimum Requirements
  • Education: Bachelor’s in natural, biological, or physical science (or 20+ semester hours in these fields).
  • Experience: One year in natural resources or environmental control (or equivalent education/work substitution).
Work Environment
  • Office-based with occasional fieldwork.
  • Possible exposure to outdoor elements and specialized equipment.
  • EEC participates in E-Verify. Six-month probationary period applies.

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