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Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
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 Water, Watershed Management Branch, Groundwater Section as an Environmental Scientist Advisor in Franklin County you will have the opportunity to work in a professional level position that allows the incumbent to work across organizational lines, with the public, and with the regulated community conducting studies and investigations and also performing data collection.
Holders of the Environmental Scientist Advisor position will complete tasks such as:
- Conduct professional studies in the groundwater program.
- Review projects, documents, and applications for regulatory compliance.
- Serve a technical advisor in development of new procedures and processes.
- Serve as a technical advisor, designing and implementing scientific studies as needed.
- Conduct and lead sampling in the ambient monitoring network sampling and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) sampling.
- Conduct compliance inspections for regulatory compliance.
- Assist the regulated and non-regulated community as a representative of the cabinet.
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Self-motivated with excellent time management skills
- Strong technical writing skills
- Strong skills in Geographic Information System (GIS)
- Understanding water sampling procedures and data management.
- Maintain a driver's license
- Frequent communication in person or by other means required
- Travel required
- Field work may require standing, stooping, bending, and lifting at times.
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/
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
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 Water, Watershed Management Branch, Groundwater Section as an Environmental Scientist Advisor in Franklin County you will have the opportunity to work in a professional level position that allows the incumbent to work across organizational lines, with the public, and with the regulated community conducting studies and investigations and also performing data collection.
Holders of the Environmental Scientist Advisor position will complete tasks such as:
- Conduct professional studies in the groundwater program.
- Review projects, documents, and applications for regulatory compliance.
- Serve a technical advisor in development of new procedures and processes.
- Serve as a technical advisor, designing and implementing scientific studies as needed.
- Conduct and lead sampling in the ambient monitoring network sampling and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) sampling.
- Conduct compliance inspections for regulatory compliance.
- Assist the regulated and non-regulated community as a representative of the cabinet.
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Self-motivated with excellent time management skills
- Strong technical writing skills
- Strong skills in Geographic Information System (GIS)
- Understanding water sampling procedures and data management.
- Maintain a driver's license
- Frequent communication in person or by other means required
- Travel required
- Field work may require standing, stooping, bending, and lifting at times.
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/
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in environmental advisor jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, geology, or a related field
- Experience conducting Phase I and Phase II Environmental Site Assessments
- Knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations including NEPA, RCRA, and CERCLA
- Proficiency with GIS software and environmental data management tools
- CHMM, REP, or state-issued environmental professional certification preferred
- Strong technical writing skills for permits, reports, and agency correspondence
Tips for Your Environmental Advisor Job Search
Tailor your resume to regulations cited
Environmental advisor job postings often name specific regulations like NEPA, RCRA, or the Clean Water Act. Mirror the exact regulation names from each posting in your resume's project descriptions so your application clears keyword screening in applicant tracking systems.
List certifications above your degree
Hiring managers for environmental advisor roles scan for CHMM, REP, or state-specific credentials before reading education history. Place active certifications in a prominent section near the top of your resume, not buried at the bottom under education.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists environmental advisor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by project phase
Some employers hire for permitting and planning work, others for active remediation or site monitoring. Read each posting for phase-specific language and highlight the projects on your resume that match that phase, rather than sending a generic application.
Prepare a site-specific project example
Interviewers for environmental advisor roles almost always ask for a detailed example of a site assessment or compliance challenge you resolved. Prepare one project narrative that covers the regulatory trigger, your analysis method, and the outcome, and practice delivering it in under three minutes.
Negotiate scope alongside salary
Environmental advisor offers sometimes include undefined travel expectations or on-call site response duties that add significant workload. Clarify the expected travel percentage and emergency response obligations before accepting, and negotiate those terms as part of your overall offer discussion.
Environmental Advisor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most environmental advisors?
Southern California Edison, Sedgwick, and Cardinal Health are hiring the most environmental advisors right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and Alaska, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Engineering and environmental consulting firms consistently account for a large share of active postings.
How many environmental advisor jobs are remote?
About 83% of environmental advisor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with on-site work still dominant due to the fieldwork requirements of the role. Advisory and compliance review functions, particularly regulatory analysis and report writing, are the sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
How do you become an environmental advisor?
Start with a bachelor's degree in environmental science, geology, civil engineering, or a closely related field. Gain field experience through internships or entry-level roles focused on site assessments or compliance monitoring. Pursue a professional certification such as the CHMM or REP to strengthen your standing, then build a project portfolio that demonstrates regulatory knowledge and technical report writing across multiple environmental media.
How do you get hired as an environmental advisor with little experience?
Focus your applications on environmental technician or junior consultant roles at mid-size consulting firms, which tend to train early-career candidates on-site. Highlight any fieldwork from coursework, internships, or volunteer environmental projects. Demonstrating familiarity with one or two key regulations and showing you can write clearly in a technical context will differentiate you from other entry-level applicants without extensive paid experience.
What does the environmental advisor interview process look like?
Most environmental advisor interviews begin with a phone or video screen focused on your regulatory knowledge and project background. A technical interview follows, where you walk through a past assessment or compliance challenge in detail. Some employers add a written exercise such as reviewing a mock site report and identifying issues. Final rounds typically involve meeting project managers and discussing how you handle client communication and regulatory agency interactions.
Where can I find and apply to environmental advisor jobs?
You can find and apply to environmental advisor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the available roles by location or specialty, find the listings that match your background, and apply directly to each one that fits your experience and career goals.
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