Environmental Scientist II (FFTL)

Commonwealth of Kentucky's Energy & Environment Cabinet is focused on improving the quality of life by protecting the environment. The Environmental Scientist II will contribute to federal plugging projects by providing assistance and technical oversight to well plugging contractors and conducting inspections and evaluations. Responsibilities Evaluate Division, PVA, and other records to determine surface ownership related to orphaned oil and gas well. Prepare correspondence to affected surface ownership related to reclamation proposals and activities with the implementation of the KY Abandoned Storage Tank and Orphan Well (KASTOW) program. Prepare written analysis based upon the findings Conducts methane gas measurements to detect emissions. Coordinate field activity with the Kentucky Geological Survey for in-depth analysis. Review emission monitoring reports, summarize findings and report the data in the Federal Plugging Management System Conduct Orphan Operator Investigations and assess collected data. Make recommendations to declare well operators defunct based on findings Conduct field inspections, issue inspection reports and non-compliance citations. Evaluate well sites and make recommendations for plugging projects. Oversee well plugging activities as needed Prepare reports and technical documents for the Division related to reclamation of orphaned well and tank sites Skills Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree in a natural, biological or physical science OR Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree including or supplemented by 20 semester hours in a natural, biological or physical science One year of experience in natural resources, environmental control, or a related area Ability to interpret and enforce regulations and policies Knowledge about oil and gas wells Strong communication and organizational skills Self-motivated with excellent time-management skills Maintain a valid driver's license Company Overview Commonwealth of Kentucky offers employees on-the-job training and online professional development. It was founded in 1792, and is headquartered in Frankfort, Kentucky, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is