Environmental Attorney Jobs in Maryland
Environmental Attorney jobs in Maryland are concentrated in regulatory compliance, federal agency work, and land use litigation, with demand strong at every level from entry-level associates to senior counsel. The busiest hiring markets are Baltimore, Annapolis, and the Maryland suburbs of Washington D.C., where firms and agencies alike maintain deep rosters of environmental law staff. Well-established employers including the Maryland Office of the Attorney General, Venable LLP, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Mid-Atlantic region regularly bring on environmental attorneys with expertise in Chesapeake Bay compliance, hazardous waste remediation, and Clean Air Act enforcement. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Please take a look at what you can expect to earn as a Director of Environmental Management
during your first year as a full time Employee with Washington County Government:
- Six (6) Paid Personal Days
- Eighty (80) Paid Vacation Hours
- Fourteen (14) Paid Holidays
- One Hundred & Twenty (120) Paid Sick Hours
- County and Employee funded Healthcare including Health, Prescription, Dental and Vision Coverage
- County Paid Employee Assistance Plan
- County Paid Life Insurance
- County Paid Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- County Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
- County Paid Long Term Disability Insurance
- Up to $2,500.00 Annual Tuition Reimbursement Assistance
- County and Employee funded Defined Pension Plan
- Vested in just five (5) years.
- Credit for Prior Active Military Service and Unused Paid Sick Days.
- An Annual Salary of $123,947-$170,893.
If our Director of Environmental Management, comprehensive compensation package interests you, please continue reading through our job posting to learn more about the position’s duties, responsibilities, prerequisites, etc. and apply online today.
Director of Environmental Management:
Water Quality, Solid Waste, Stormwater Management and Engineering Services
Responsible for the safe, economical and efficient operations and management of the Departments of Water Quality and Solid Waste in compliance with all State and Federal environmental regulations. Responsible for the County’s implementation and management of the MD State MS4 NPDES permit. Responsible for fiscal management and overall budgeting, problem solving and public relations for the Division. Responsible for all administrative and operational aspects of both agencies’ facilities together with facilities owned by private owners/municipalities and operated by the County. Responsible for local Nutrient Management and Tributary Strategies necessary for long-term environmental compliance in the County.
The candidate must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Public Health, Civil / Environmental Engineering, Public Administration, or related field. Master’s Degree in Business Administration or Public Administration is preferred but not required. Ten (10) year’s experience in management of major public utilities with progressively increasing responsibilities in a public water and wastewater agency/solid waste and recycling facility. At least five (5) of those years must have been in a supervisory capacity. Additional years of related water quality or environmental experience may be substituted for educational requirements at a rate of 1.5 additional years of experience to 1 year of education.
A working knowledge and formal training in waterworks and waste systems is preferred. Possession of a valid driver’s license.
Possession of a Professional Engineer License is preferred. (a Maryland license is preferred but not required).
Applicant should have considerable knowledge of the theory and practices of environmental management and public works administration. A working knowledge of wastewater treatment and waterworks facilities. Considerable knowledge of environmental regulations/strategies including nutrient trading/management, long-term allocation of nutrient loading, and tributary strategy initiatives. Excellent working knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration, including budgeting and fiscal management. Ability to effectively coordinate the activities of administrators and support staff members. Excellent communications skills. Ability to plan, maintain and manage efficient water/wastewater operations as well as solid waste and recycling operations to meet or exceed all local, state and federal programs. Ability to develop and maintain excellent working relationships with government officials, co-workers, contractors, media representatives and the general public.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for the safe, economical and efficient operations and management of the Departments of Water Quality and Solid Waste in compliance with all State and Federal environmental regulations. Responsible for the County’s implementation and management of the MD State MS4 NPDES permit. Responsible for fiscal management and overall budgeting, problem solving and public relations for the Division. Responsible for all administrative and operational aspects of both agencies’ facilities together with facilities owned by private owners/municipalities and operated by the County. Responsible for local Nutrient Management and Tributary Strategies necessary for long-term environmental compliance in the County.
ESSENTIAL TASKS:
(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
- Plan, supervise, and implement Division operations and policies.
- Direct the work of the Deputy Director of Water Quality, Deputy Director of Environmental Programs, Deputy Director of Solid Waste, Deputy Director of Engineering Services, Stormwater Management NPDES MS4 Manager, , and other support staff.
- Prepare information singularly and/or in conjunction with others necessary to facilitate compliance with various laws, regulations, and planning requirements/initiatives.
- Support the Planning Department for regulatory compliance with environmental initiatives.
- Facilitate creation of teams necessary for effective implementation of environmental initiatives.
- Coordinate environmental initiatives with established groups/organizations.
- Assure that all required information for decision making by the Advisory Committees, local Tributary Strategy Implementation Team, the Board of County Commissioners, and the County Administrator are addressed in a prompt and efficient manner.
- Prepare agendas for the Advisory Committees/Team meetings.
- Approve annual Operating and Capital Improvement Program budgets for the Division and oversee expenditures.
- Evaluate/implement operational initiatives such as recycling programs, alternative use programs for by-products, new technology for increased efficiency of operations, etc.
- Review and interpret policies and regulations.
- Remain informed of applicable regulatory issues and interact with regulatory agencies as appropriate.
- Ensure timely response to complaints and follow-up with respective Departments.
- Focus on problem solving (various technical, administrative, and operational).
- Meet and coordinate projects/initiatives with developers, contractors, and various County Departments/public organizations and teams.
- Review and respond to general correspondence and prepare various reports and presentations.
- Review and comment on engineering designs applicable to Division projects.
- Review qualifications/experience, technical and price proposals for Division projects.
- Meet with/make presentations to elected officials and community leaders regarding various issues.
- Provide professional oversight of the Division.
- Attend professional meetings, continuing education, etc.
- Performs related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Considerable knowledge of the theory and practices of environmental management and public works administration.
- A working knowledge of wastewater treatment and waterworks facilities.
- Considerable knowledge of environmental regulations/strategies including nutrient trading/management, long-term allocation of nutrient loading, and tributary strategy initiatives.
- Excellent working knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration, including budgeting and fiscal management.
- Ability to effectively coordinate the activities of administrators and support staff members.
- Excellent communications skills.
- Ability to plan, maintain and manage efficient water/wastewater operations as well as solid waste and recycling operations to meet or exceed all local, state and federal programs.
- Ability to develop and maintain excellent working relationships with government officials, co-workers, contractors, media representatives and the general public.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Public Health, Civil / Environmental Engineering, Public Administration or related field is required. Master’s degree in Business Administration or Public Administration is preferred but not required.
- Ten (10) years’ experience in management of major public utilities with progressively increasing responsibilities in a public water and wastewater agency/solid waste and recycling facility required. At least five (5) of those years must have been in a supervisory capacity.
- Additional years of water quality or environmental experience may be substituted for education requirement at a rate of 1.5 years of additional, related experience for each year (1) of college:
- For example, an applicant with sixteen (16) years of water quality experience would have the equivalent of ten (10) years of experience and completion of bachelor’s degree (1.5 rate x 4 year degree = 6 years of related, additional experience).
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Some standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, and handling, pushing, and pulling in observing field activity in all areas.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
A working knowledge and formal training in waterworks and waste systems is preferred. Possession of a valid driver’s license.
Possession of a Professional Engineer License is preferred (from the state of Maryland is preferred but not required).
Applicant must be legally authorized to work in the United States and Wiling to provide unexpired USCIS Form I-9 employment eligibility verification documentation upon request.
7/202018, 8/29/2018, 10/14/2020, 12/19/2025, 07/09/2026
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.
Washington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals requiring special accommodations or assistance are requested to contact the Human Resources Department at 240-313-2350, Voice or TDD (D/HH use 711) M/F/H/V.
DEADLINE FOR FILING APPLICATIONS WITH HUMAN RESOURCES: July 23, 2026 @ 4:00PM
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Environmental Attorney Job Market in Maryland
A snapshot from current Maryland openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Healthcare Services13
- Baltimore County, MD5
- AECOM4
- Maryland Environmental Service3
- WSP2
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Food & Beverage
- Manufacturing
- Construction & Real Estate
What Maryland Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in environmental attorney jobs across Maryland.
- Active membership in the Maryland State Bar or eligibility for admission by motion
- Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school
- Experience with federal or Maryland environmental statutes such as NEPA or COMAR
- Familiarity with Maryland Department of the Environment permitting and enforcement processes
- Strong legal writing and research skills demonstrated through prior law firm or government work
- Experience conducting environmental due diligence for real estate or corporate transactions
Environmental Attorney Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a environmental attorney in Maryland?
Becoming an environmental attorney in Maryland requires earning a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school and passing the Maryland Bar Examination administered by the Maryland State Board of Law Examiners. After passing the bar, candidates are admitted by the Maryland Court of Appeals. Attorneys licensed in other states may seek admission on motion if they meet Maryland's practice experience requirements. Coursework or a certificate in environmental or administrative law strengthens a candidate's profile considerably.
Which companies hire environmental attorneys in Maryland?
Employers hiring environmental attorneys in Maryland right now include Healthcare Services, Baltimore County, MD, and AECOM, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Maryland's combination of federal agency headquarters, regulated industries along the Chesapeake Bay corridor, and a robust private bar makes it one of the more active states for environmental law hiring.
Which Maryland cities have the most environmental attorney jobs?
Baltimore, Towson, and Bethesda account for the largest share of environmental attorney openings in Maryland. Baltimore drives demand through its concentration of law firms, corporate legal departments, and proximity to state agencies, while Annapolis generates consistent openings because of its role as the seat of Maryland state government and the Maryland Department of the Environment, and the D.C. suburbs attract federal contractor and agency work tied to EPA and DOJ regional offices.
Are there remote environmental attorney jobs in Maryland?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely transactional legal fields, since environmental attorneys frequently attend agency hearings, conduct site visits, and appear in Maryland courts. About 29% of environmental attorney openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with remote work most prevalent in legal research, compliance advisory, and policy-focused roles that do not require regular in-person appearances.
How can I get hired as a environmental attorney in Maryland with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing a judicial clerkship with a Maryland circuit court or the Court of Special Appeals, which is highly valued by both law firms and government employers in the state. The Maryland Office of the Attorney General and the Maryland Department of the Environment run associate and entry-level attorney positions that welcome recent graduates with environmental law coursework. Lateral moves from paralegal, environmental consultant, or policy analyst roles at Maryland agencies also open doors, as does completing a clinic at a law school with an environmental law program.
Where can I find and apply to environmental attorney jobs in Maryland?
You can find and apply to environmental attorney jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current Maryland openings across law firms, government agencies, and corporate legal departments. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your experience and practice area, and apply directly to each employer through the listing.
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