Environmental Scientist 1 - Jackson, TN

STI; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

STI in Jackson, Tennessee seeks a field-based environmental professional to collect chemical, bacteriological and biological samples of surface waters and to conduct sanitary surveys of public water systems to ensure compliance with federal and state drinking water standards.

You will travel regularly across a 17-county service area using a state-provided vehicle, document field findings, input data into digital systems, and serve as a knowledgeable point of contact for operators, landowners and

Job description

• Collecting chemical, bacteriological and biological samples of surface waters for analysis to assess stream health.
• Conduct sanitary surveys of community and non-community public water systems to ensure compliance with federal and state drinking water standards.
• Serve as a knowledgeable point of contact for public water system operators, landowners, and local stakeholders, providing guidance on regulatory requirements and compliance.
• Travel regularly to monitoring sites and public water systems across a 17-county service area using a state-provided vehicle.
• Accurately document field findings, maintain organized records, and input data into digital systems.
• Participate in occasional investigations related to illegal discharges, surface water quality concerns, or public water drinking water complaints.
• Collaborate with internal regulatory teams, consultants, water system operators, elected officials, and members of the public to resolve issues and support environmental goals.