Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation

We have an opening on the Regulatory Development team within TDEC's Division of Air Pollution Control. We seek a talented, driven individual who is passionate about working on a dynamic team on impactful air quality projects. Closing Date: 11/25/2024 To apply, visit: https://lnkd.in/eMwybcPu #TDEC #Environment #AirPollutionControl 

Looking to contribute to the workplace health and safety of those who serve, protect, and preserve State Parks and the environment in Tennessee? Ready to travel and train? Join a dynamic group of teammates within the People & Organizational Development Division of the Tennessee Department of Environment & Conservation (TDEC) and apply your risk management and safety skills to the Agency's mission.   #healthandsafety #riskfree #safetyculture #tdec #environment https://lnkd.in/eX6i7-VZ

Tennessee State Government was awarded on the Forbes list of America’s Best-in-State Employers! Read more at https://bit.ly/3wETCHT.

Happy 50th anniversary to Pinson Mounds State Archaeological Park! Pinson Mounds covers more than 1,200 acres and contains at least 15 Native American mounds. In the 1950s and 1960s, local citizens, believing in the value of the site, convinced the state to purchase the land and preserve it as a park. Pinson Mounds officially became a Tennessee State Park in 1974. To this day, the park contains the largest Native American Middle Woodland Period mound group in the United States. Plan your visit today: https://lnkd.in/ez-ymkmb.

TDEC has named Dr. Ronné Adkins deputy commissioner for the Bureau of Environment. The TDEC Bureau of Environment manages regulatory programs that set standards for air, water, and soil quality, providing assistance to businesses and communities in areas ranging from recreation to waste management. Programs and initiatives in the bureau protect human health and the environment and support economic development, job creation, and quality of life. Adkins has had a distinguished career at TDEC. His role as director of the Division of Stakeholder Engagement, which he held since May 2022, included overseeing the Office of External Affairs, Office of Sustainable Practices, and the Small Business Environmental Assistance Program. Congratulations, Dr. Adkins! More info here: https://lnkd.in/eEu6arWj.

Welcome to Tennessee's 59th state park! 🎉 Yesterday we gathered with community members, local leaders, legislators, and partners to officially dedicate North Chickamauga Creek Gorge State Park. Located in Hamilton and Sequatchie Counties, North Chickamauga Creek Gorge State Park is a deep gorge cut into the sandstone of Walden’s Ridge, spanning approximately 10 miles with steep slopes, sandstone bluffs, and the waters of a Tennessee State Scenic River. Encompassing nearly 6,000 acres, the park is home to a vast array of state and federally-listed plants, several pockets of old-growth forests, and a diverse wildlife population. Plan your visit soon: https://lnkd.in/edY-VcES.

Congratulations to the nine organizations who were honored with a 2024 Governor’s Environmental Stewardship Award. “These organizations go above and beyond what is required to protect our natural resources, and we are grateful for their dedication,” Gov. Bill Lee said. “Tennessee is recognized around the world for its beauty and natural treasures, and organizations like these play a significant role in securing such a prestigious position.” This year's winners will be honored at a ceremony in Franklin in October and include: Foster Land and Cattle Company The Garden Club of Nashville Metro Nashville Public Schools James Lawson High School Knoxville Utilities Board Tennessee Environmental Council University of Memphis University of Tennessee, Knoxville Vanderbilt University Rockwood Sustainable Solutions View all the details about the winning projects here: https://lnkd.in/epu4x_eM

TDEC's Office of Outdoor Recreation just announced $21,017,000 in grants from the Local Parks and Recreation Fund for 27 communities across the state. These grants support local parks, natural areas, greenways, and recreational facilities. See the full list here: https://lnkd.in/d9SW8baY

Today, alongside Gov. Bill Lee, we announced the creation of the new Office of Outdoor Recreation to further the state’s conservation efforts and to help residents and visitors have more access to Tennessee’s great outdoors. Lee made the announcement at the second annual Tennessee Conservation Summit in Nashville, where key stakeholders gathered to align priorities and develop further strategies around conservation. Lee and the Tennessee General Assembly have made record investments in Tennessee’s great outdoors. This new office will help to ensure the state delivers meaningful returns on those investments. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/e3VWunjS.

TDEC’s Bureau of Environment had the privilege of hosting students from around the State for our new internship program this summer. Interns had the opportunity to work in the field, shadow subject matter experts, and participate in real-world projects.    Applications for fall internships open Monday, August 12, and close Friday, August 30. Click the link below to learn more! https://lnkd.in/er_jfk_y #Environment #Intern #TDEC