Employment & Internships
Internships and Seasonal Opportunities
TDEC’s Internship program is an excellent opportunity for college students to develop professionally, acquire real-world experiences, establish valuable references, enhance their resume, and earn college credit. For TDEC Internship requirements and guidelines please visit: TDEC Intern Opportunites page. TDEC also offers seasonal employment opportunities in preparation for peak seasons at Tennessee State Parks. Please see current opportunites below:
| Position Title | Division | Location | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office of External Affairs Intern | Administration | Knoxville EFO | Until Filled |
| Marketing Intern | Tennessee State Parks | Central Office | Until Filled |
| Seasonal Interpreter/Recreator | Tennessee State Parks | Various Locations | Until Filled |
| Seasonal Mascot and Social Media Coordinator | Tennessee State Parks | Central Office | Until Filled |
| Memphis Environmental Field Office Intern | Water Resources | Memphis Environmental Field Office | Until Filled |
| Event Management Intern | Tennessee State Parks | Central Office | Until Filed |
| Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Intern | Office of Strategic Initiatives | Central Office | Until Filled |
| Cookeville Environmental Field Office Intern | Water Resources | Cookeville EFO | Until Filled |
| OGC Summer Volunteer | Office of General Counsel | Central Office | Until Filled |
Employment Opportunites
TDEC is one of the most diverse, dynamic departments in state government. We are seeking employees with the skills, abilities, character and experience to make a positive difference in the quality of life for citizens and communities across Tennessee. We offer health and dental insurance, a comprehensive non-contributory defined benefit pension plan (five-year vesting), 401(k) and 457 deferred compensation plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and other benefits are provided. Compensation is commensurate with education and experience.
Leadership Opportunities (Executive Services)
Listed below are the current Executive Service job posting for the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (in order by closing date). Please click on the job title for the job description and instructions on how to apply:
| Job Title | Division | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|
| TDEC Environmental Program Director | SWM | 1/29/20 |
| TDEC Digital Media Manager | Communications | 1/29/20 |
| Tennessee State Archaeologist | Archeology | 1/29/20 |
| Park Manager 2 | TSP - Roan Mountain State Park | 2/4/20 |
| TDEC Environmental Manager 4 | DWR | 2/4/20 |
Preferred Services Opportunities
Listed below are the current job postings for Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (in order by closing date). Please click on the job title to be directed to the application:
West Tennessee:
| Job Title | Division | Location | County | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Administrative Assistant 1 | TSP | Chickasaw SP | Chester | 1/28/20 |
| TDEC Environmental Scientist 2 | DWR | Memphis EFO | Shelby | 2/4/20 |
Middle Tennessee:
| Job Title | Division | Location | County | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accountant | Administration | Fiscal Services | Davidson | 1/28/20 |
| Administrative Secretary | Administration | Nashville EFO | Davidson | 1/28/20 |
| Cook 1 | TSP | Henry Horton SP | Marshall | 1/28/20 |
| Cook 2 | TSP | Montgomery Bell SP | Dickson | 1/28/20 |
| Facilities Supervisor | TSP | Henry Horton SP | Marshall | 1/28/20 |
| Food Service Manager 1 | TSP | Montgomery Bell SP | Dickson | 1/28/20 |
| Food Service Manager 2 | TSP | Montgomery Bell SP | Dickson | 1/28/20 |
| Hospitality Assistant | TSP | Henry Horton SP | Marshall | 1/28/20 |
| TDEC Environmental Consultant 1 | SWM | Central Office - Compliance & Enforcement | Davidson | 1/28/20 |
| TDEC Environmental Consultant 2 | DWR | Central Office - Land Based Systems | Davidson | 1/28/20 |
| TDEC Environmental Protection Specialist 1 | DWR | Central Office - Compliance & Enforcement | Davidson | 2/4/20 |
| TDEC Environmental Protection Specialist 2 | DWR | Central Office - Compliance & Enforcement | Davidson | 2/4/20 |
| TDEC Environmental Protection Specialist 3 | DWR | Central Office - Engineering Services | Davidson | 2/4/20 |
| Accountant 2 | Administration | Central Office - Fiscal/Consolidated Fees | Davidson | 1/28/20 |
| Historic Preservation Specialist | Historical Commission | Nashville | Davidson | 2/4/20 |
| Procurement Officer | Administration | Central Office - Property & Procurement | Davidson | 2/4/20 |
| TDEC Environmental Consultant 1 | SWM | Columbia EFO | Maury | 2/4/20 |
| TDEC Environmental Protection Specialist 1* | DWR | Central Office - Water Based Systems | Davidson | 2/4/20 |
| TDEC Environmental Protection Specialist 2 | SWM | Columbia EFO - Solid Waste Program | Maury | 2/4/20 |
| TDEC Environmental Scientist 2 | SWM | Cookeville EFO- Hazardous Waste Program | Putnam | 2/4/20 |
East Tennessee:
| Job Title | Division | Location | County | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TDEC Environmental Scientist 1 | DWR | Johnson City EFO | Washington | 1/28/20 |
| TDEC Environmental Scientist 3 | DWR | Johnson City EFO | Washington | 2/4/20 |
| TDEC Environmental Protection Specialist 2 | DWR | Knoxville EFO | Knox | 1/28/20 |
Department of Human Resources - Job Information (Please note some job opportunities are listed under TDEC specific title.)
This Page Last Updated: January 22, 2020 at 12:49 PM