Environmental Compliance Specialist

About Us At EA, you’ll find yourself surrounded by dynamic professionals that embrace collaboration and curiosity to foster innovation and problem-solving. This culture forms the essence of our value proposition to apply high-quality, objective, and interdisciplinary services to complex environmental challenges. With a strong foundation in servant leadership and community service, EA employees are encouraged to pursue personal and professional passions. As a team, we empower each other to share ideas, believe in our common purpose, and value differing perspectives. Position Overview EA is seeking an Environmental Compliance Specialist with 2-3 years of experience to support environmental compliance projects for commercial and government clients. This role is ideal for an early-career consultant who can manage assigned tasks, produce high-quality technical work, and continue developing consulting and regulatory expertise. Responsibilities may include compliance assessments, inspections, audits, permitting, reporting, recordkeeping, and corrective-action support under programs such as RCRA, CWA, CAA, SDWA, TSCA, and EPCRA. Responsibilities • Support environmental compliance projects, including inspections, audits, compliance evaluations, permitting, reporting, and recordkeeping. • Prepare and update compliance documents such as SWPPPs, SPCC Plans, Operations & Maintenance Plans, permit applications, and related reports. • Manage assigned tasks from planning through completion, ensuring deadlines, scope, and quality requirements are met. • Interpret regulatory requirements and prepare clear, accurate, and technically sound deliverables. • Conduct facility visits and inspections, maintain documentation, and communicate with clients, regulators, and project teams. • Support proposals, scope development, cost estimates, and client engagement activities. • Demonstrate professionalism, adaptability, teamwork, and a commitment to continuous learning. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Chemistry, Biology, Geology, Engineering, or a related field. • 2 or more years of environmental compliance experience in consulting, industry, or government. • Knowledge of environmental regulations including RCRA, CWA, CAA, SDWA, TSCA, and/or EPCRA. • Experience with compliance inspections, audits, permitting, reporting, or environmental recordkeeping. • Strong organizational, project management, technical writing, and communication skills. • Ability to manage multiple assignments and work independently. • Willingness to perform fieldwork and travel as needed. • Proficiency with Microsoft 365. • Located within commuting distance of Hunt Valley, Maryland. Note: This position requires specific driving duties. You must be able to pass a motor vehicle records check required by our insurer. Desired Qualifications • Master's degree. • Experience preparing SWPPPs, SPCC Plans, permit applications, or other compliance plans. • Experience with hazardous waste, stormwater, air emissions, EPCRA, or AST/UST compliance. • Familiarity with Environmental Management Systems (EMS) and ISO 14001. • Knowledge of Maryland or Mid-Atlantic environmental regulations. • Experience with GIS, compliance databases, or digital inspection tools. • 40-hour HAZWOPER or other relevant environmental health and safety training. Use of AI in the Application Process: Applications should represent your own work and experience. AI generated resumes will not be considered. Sponsorship Statement: This position does not offer visa sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants who require sponsorship at any point will not be considered. Drug Screen Statement Offers of employment are contingent upon successfu