Environmental Scientist : Jackson and Johnson

Education and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in environmental science, physical sciences (e.g., physics, chemistry, geology, meteorology), ecology, sustainability, or applied science in sustainability, life sciences (e.g., biology, microbiology, health physics, or biophysics), environmental health, pre‑medicine, engineering, or other acceptable science or natural resource related field.

Necessary Special

Qualifications:

Applicants for this class must: possess a valid motor‑vehicle operator’s license at the time of appointment in some positions; applicants for the TDEC Environmental Scientist 1
* or Health Physicist 1
* in the Division of Radiological Health must successfully complete the training courses offered by the Division of Radiological Health. Failure to do so may result in termination. TDEC Environmental Scientist 1
* performing geologic duties the major portion of their time must: have completed the required college coursework at the time of appointment to be eligible to take the licensing examination offered by Tennessee’s Department of Commerce and Insurance’s Board of Professional Geologists, or (b) hold and maintain a current Geologic license from the State of Tennessee during employment or hold a current Geologic license from another state that Tennessee has evaluated and granted reciprocal licensing rights.

Some TDEC Environmental Scientist 1
* positions assigned to function as biologists must meet the specific educational requirements for biologists, as follows: graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree, including at least 36 quarter hours (or 24 semester hours) in biology, in one of the following areas: (1) biology or biological sciences, (2) botanical sciences, (3) environmental or conservation sciences, (4) zoological sciences, or (5) aquatic, terrestrial, or wetland biology or ecology or other acceptable biological science related field.

Examination Method:
Education and Experience, 100%, for Preferred Service positions.

We are seeking a candidate who practices excellent customer service and can effectively communicate with 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 engineering, agronomy, biology, physical sciences, or other related environmental science fields.

• Acquire and maintain a working knowledge of rules governing Subsurface Sewage Disposal Systems and State Operating Permits.
• Read and interpret maps, provide guidance, and create diagrams.
• Write and review technical reports and inspections documents.
• Apply rules and regulations to a variety of compliance situations.
• Maintain digital permit files, records, and reports.
• Operate as a state vehicle and drive to remote sites to perform inspections.
• Ability to communicate with varied individuals or customers.