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9/6/2026 (11:59 PM ET)
2604209
Engineering Technical Associate
Pay Grade
15
Salary
$47,531.28 - $71,298.00 Annually
Employment Type
EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK
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Hiring Agency
Tourism, Arts, & Heritage Cabinet | Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Resources
Location
1 Sportsmans Lane
Frankfort, KY 40601 USA
Description
Join us in the exciting, innovative and rewarding environment of the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (KDFWR) as an Engineering Technical Associate! We are seeking a motivated individual to perform capital construction project management duties. Desired candidates will have a working background in the construction industry coupled with strong organizational management. Job duties include statewide travel with limited overnight stays required.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Manage capital construction projects as an owner’s project manager, from planning and design through execution and closeout.
Oversee the maintenance of facilities and infrastructure statewide.
Respond to internal staff requests for facility and infrastructure upgrades by providing technical expertise, performing hands-on work, and managing contracted services.
Assist internal staff on projects that enhance public access to hunting, fishing, shooting sports, and boating opportunities statewide.
Coordinate and participate in special engineering, construction projects and events for KDFWR as directed.
We offer a great package of EMPLOYEE and FAMILY-FRIENDLY BENEFITS, including:
A 37.5 hour work week (with occasional overtime required)
Paid time off (sick and vacation) plus paid holidays
Overtime and compensatory time
Affordable health insurance with optional Health Reimbursement Account
Life Insurance
Retirement
Wellness incentives program
Training and career development opportunities
Optional Deferred Compensation program (401K)
Employee Discounts on electronics, health and wellness, retail, travel, events, entertainment, services and education
Minimum Requirements
EDUCATION: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor's degree whose curriculum is approved by the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors.
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: Four years of engineering related experience.
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: Certification as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT) that is recognized by the Kentucky Board of Engineers and Land Surveyors will substitute for one year of the required experience.
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: Four years of engineering and/or construction related experience will substitute for the required bachelor's degree.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): NONE
Working Conditions
Work is typically performed in offices and outside on construction and maintenance projects. Work is performed around heavy construction equipment and in all kinds of weather conditions. Travels to construction sites frequently.
Probationary Period
This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.
If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Kevin Rexroat at kevin.rexroat@ky.gov
An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
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