Staff Assistant

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9/20/2026 (11:59 PM ET)

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Staff Assistant

Salary

$5,990.16 - $7,332.50 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 | Department for Natural Resources

Location

300 Sower Boulevard
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 mission of the Kentucky Energy and 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 Office of the Reclamation Guaranty Fund as a Staff Assistant in Franklin County, you will have the opportunity to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment where you will coordinate the activities of stakeholders engaged in the implementation and admiration of the Kentucky Reclamation Guaranty Fund (KRGF). The KRGF is a revolving, interest-bearing account that provides financial assistance to the Cabinet in the event that permit-specific reclamation bonding is insufficient to complete reclamation on a mine site.

Holders of the Staff Assistant position will complete tasks such as:

• Serve as the chief administrative support advisor responsible for maintaining the Surface Mining Information System (SMIS) database.
• Serve as the KRGF Information Technology (IT) Team Leader and liaison ensuring vital programmatic and financial information is accurate.
• Process annual and quarterly payments made to the KRGF.
• Determine permits that are eligible for late fees and penalties; issue late notices and monitor payments.

Desired candidates possess the following requisite skills or experience applicable to the position:

• Experience working in databases such as the SMIS
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Self-motivated with excellent time management skills
• The ability to research and interpret statutes and regulations
• Experience administering the Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act of 1977 (SMCRA)

Minimal travel will be required. The incumbent will be required to frequently communicate in person or by other means of technology and spends a major portion of the time working from a computer.

EEC provides opportunities for development and upward movement. There is room to grow your skill set as you build your career. Come join our team and make an impact in the future of Kentucky. We look forward to reviewing your application.

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://dhs.gov/e-verify

Minimum Requirements

Working Conditions

Incumbents working in this job title primarily perform duties in an office setting. Minimal travel may be required.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.