Environmental Scientist 1 - Jackson, TN
Company: STI
Location: Jackson
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
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.
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