Environmental Scientist 1 - Jackson, TN/Hybrid

STI; Jackson (TN); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

STI is seeking an Environmental Scientist 1 in Jackson, TN for hybrid work. The role involves fieldwork in rural areas and construction sites, collecting water samples, and supporting environmental compliance across a 17-county area.

The candidate should have a related bachelor's degree and strong communication, time management, and organizational skills, with travel and field responsibilities year-round.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in environmental science or related field; fieldwork in rural areas and construction sites.
• Preferred background in chemical sampling and water analysis.

Responsibilities

• Collect chemical, bacteriological and biological samples of surface waters for analysis.
• Conduct sanitary surveys of public water systems to ensure drinking water standards.
• Serve as point of contact for water system operators and stakeholders on regulatory requirements.
• Travel regularly to monitoring sites across a 17-county area using a state vehicle.
• Document field findings, maintain records, and input data into digital systems.
• Participate in investigations related to water quality concerns and discharges.
• Collaborate with regulatory teams, consultants and officials to support environmental goals.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science

Bachelor's degree in Biology

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Bachelor's degree in Wildlife Biology

Job description

Environmental Scientist 1

Jackson, TN/Hybrid

12+ Months

We are seeking a candidate who has practices excellent customer service and can effectively communicate with a diverse internal and external customer base. Preferred candidates will possess strong time management, and organizational skills. The position requires fieldwork in rural areas, construction sites, and in all weather conditions, and frequent day travel. Preferred bachelor's degrees include environmental science, biology, chemistry, wildlife biology, or related. Preference may be given to candidates with a background in chemical sampling, microbenthic invertebrate sampling and identification, and laboratory analyses and procedures of water samples.

General Responsibilities Include

• 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.