Environmental Scientist I: Field & Water Quality (Hybrid)

STI; Johnson City (TN); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

STI in Johnson City, TN is seeking an Environmental Scientist 1 for hybrid work arrangements. The role requires fieldwork in rural areas and construction sites, with regular day travel and data documentation across diverse water systems.

Preferred candidates have a background in environmental science or related fields and will engage with internal teams and public stakeholders to support environmental goals and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and effective communication with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect chemical, bacteriological and biological samples of surface waters for analysis to assess stream health.
• Conduct sanitary surveys of water systems to ensure compliance with federal and state drinking water standards.
• Serve as a knowledge contact for water system operators, landowners, and local stakeholders, providing regulatory guidance.
• Travel regularly to monitoring sites across a 17-county service area using state-provided vehicle.
• Document field findings and input data into digital systems.
• Participate in investigations related to water quality concerns or complaints.
• Collaborate with regulatory teams, consultants, water system operators, and elected officials to resolve issues.

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

STI in Johnson City, TN is seeking an Environmental Scientist 1 for hybrid work arrangements. The role requires fieldwork in rural areas and construction sites, with regular day travel and data documentation across diverse water systems.

Preferred candidates have a background in environmental science or related fields and will engage with internal teams and public stakeholders to support environmental goals and regulatory compliance.