Environmental Scientist I: Field Inspections & Lab Analysis

State of Tennessee; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Tennessee seeks an Environmental Scientist 1 to learn and perform routine environmental program work under supervision. The role provides exposure to inspections, sampling, data review, and regulatory enforcement within the Department of Environment and Conservation.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s in environmental or related sciences and are prepared to meet licensing or certification requirements as needed. The position is full-time and located in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science or related field. An acceptable degree in environmental, physical, life sciences may be considered based on assignment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections and investigations to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and standards.
• Perform laboratory or field tests and analyze data to evaluate trends, data quality and usability.
• Review records and enforce standards; take corrective action and, if needed, initiate enforcement actions.
• Provide technical expertise to emergency responders and stakeholders during environmental incidents and communicate findings.

Skills

Environmental science knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Environmental Science or related field

Job description

State of Tennessee seeks an Environmental Scientist 1 to learn and perform routine environmental program work under supervision. The role provides exposure to inspections, sampling, data review, and regulatory enforcement within the Department of Environment and Conservation.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s in environmental or related sciences and are prepared to meet licensing or certification requirements as needed. The position is full-time and located in Knoxville, Tennessee.