Environmental Manager II – Regulatory & Programs Lead

State of Tennessee; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Tennessee invites applications for a full-time Environmental Manager position with the Department of Environment and Conservation in Knoxville. This role supervises a moderate to large program, ensuring compliance with environmental laws and regulations while guiding staff and coordinating enforcement actions as needed.

The ideal candidate holds a relevant bachelor's degree and extensive experience in environmental regulation, radiological health, or related programs, with strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, physical sciences, ecology or related field and four years of professional environmental work.
• Graduate coursework can substitute for experience on a year-for-year basis (max 2 years).
• A health physics or nuclear engineering degree may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversees a moderate to large program or section and directs staff to complete tasks on time per regulations and policies.
• Provides technical and managerial support and directs staff in inspections, investigations, and enforcement actions as needed.
• Recruits, interviews, and hires staff; manages budget, grants, and program resources.

Skills

Directs Work

Decision Quality

Active Learning

Judgment and Decision Making

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field

Tools

Radiation Detection Equipment

Sampling Equipment

Watercraft/ Vehicles

Job description

The State of Tennessee invites applications for a full-time Environmental Manager position with the Department of Environment and Conservation in Knoxville. This role supervises a moderate to large program, ensuring compliance with environmental laws and regulations while guiding staff and coordinating enforcement actions as needed.

The ideal candidate holds a relevant bachelor's degree and extensive experience in environmental regulation, radiological health, or related programs, with strong