REGULATORY AND COMPLIANCE ENGINEER/ARCHITECT I
Recruitment #26-004590-0001
| Department | MDE - Water and Science Administration (WSA) |
|---|---|
| Date Opened | 5/28/2026 10:10:00 AM |
| Filing Deadline | 6/11/2026 5:00:00 PM |
| Salary | $62,220.00 - $76,557.00/year, with potential growth to $96,790.00/year. |
| Employment Type |
Full-Time
|
| HR Analyst | Olivia Sterrett |
| Work Location |
Baltimore City
|
| Telework Eligible | Yes |
Introduction
We encourage you to consider an exciting career with the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE). If you are dedicated to protecting and preserving Maryland's air, water, land resources, and safeguarding the health of all its citizens, we invite you to apply and become a part of our team.
MDE is committed to a mission of protecting and restoring the environment for the health and well-being of all Marylanders, with a vision of healthy, vibrant, and sustainable communities and ecosystems throughout the state.
As part of our continuous
efforts to optimize performance and drive success the Regulatory
and Compliance Engineer I, is eligible for an annual promotion. The incumbent
may advance
to a higher grade within the classification series, based on satisfactory work performance.
Progressive grade levels include:
Regulatory and Compliance Engineer II – Grade 17 $70,743.00-$110,288.00 Yearly
Regulatory and Compliance Engineer III – Grade 19 $80,541.00-$125,564.00 Yearly
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
Main Purpose of Job
The Municipal Wastewater Permit Division within the Water
and Science Administration is seeking a Regulatory and Compliance Engineer.
This entry-level position is responsible for protecting Maryland’s water
quality standards and implementing Federal Clean Water Act requirements. This
is a field position and work require visiting sites in the surrounding counties
in Maryland. This is a field position, and this role requires visiting various
sites throughout the surrounding counties in Maryland.
As a project manager in this role, responsibilities
include:
- Writing wastewater discharge permits and implementing Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs).
- Managing the permit issuance process, including the preparation of fact sheets, public notices, and responses to comments.
- Meeting with applicants and interested parties.
- Conducting and participating in public meetings.
- Preparing files for judicial review.
The incumbent in this position will be required to drive a
State vehicle.
Driver’s License: A
valid driver’s license with no more than five points is required to operate a
State vehicle.
Out-of-State Licenses: If
you hold an out-of-state license, you must provide a certified copy of your
driving record from the appropriate Motor Vehicle Administration at the time of
appointment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must satisfy the minimum qualifications to be considered for this position and move forward in the hiring process. Please read all requirements before applying.
Education: A Bachelor's degree in engineering or architecture from an accredited college or university.
Experience: None.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor’s
degree from an accredited college or university with at least 20 credit
hours in engineering and two years performing engineering or
architectural work in pollution control, waste remediation, resource
conservation, environmental protection, public health and safety, or related
areas may be substituted for the required education.
2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a
current Professional Engineer or Professional Architect registration in the
State of Maryland or in a state with comparable requirements for the required
education.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces
military service experience as a commissioned officer in Engineering and
Architecture classifications or Engineering and Architecture specialty codes in
the Environmental field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required
education.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Please note that your answers to the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the information provided on your application to receive credit.
It is preferred that the selected candidate has an
engineering degree in the following disciplines:
- Civil
- Environmental
- Water Resources
- Biomedical
- Chemical
- Industrial
- Agricultural
In addition, the selected candidate has previous working knowledge using water-quality assessment model software such as WASP, QUAL2E, or CORMIX.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider the information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
Application must be completed. Do not leave work experience section blank. Do not cut and paste resume or answer see resume. All supplemental questions must be answered thoroughly. Incomplete or one-word answers, such as "yes, " will result in no credit for those responses.
Should you possess a bachelor's/master’s degree from a college or university outside of the United States, you must have your educational credentials evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. at 302-737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. at 1-800-932-3897 or 202-331-2925.
All Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986. You must be legally authorized and possess any necessary documents under this Act in order to be hired in the position for which you applied.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.
BENEFITS
The State of Maryland offers a generous benefits package that includes:
Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions
Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis
Generous paid leave that increases with years of service
Paid holidays
Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs
Employee & employer contributory pension plan
Click on the link below for more information.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
It is highly preferred that you apply online. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit the State paper application and supplemental questionnaire (by the closing date) to Olivia.Sterrett@maryland.gov or mail to:
Maryland Department of the Environment
OHR - Recruitment and Examination Division
1800 Washington Blvd.
Baltimore MD 21230
Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the application.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Olivia Sterrett at 410-537-3105. If you have difficulties submitting your online application, please contact the Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity. MDE is dedicated to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We strive to cultivate an inclusive environment where differences are celebrated.
Click on a link below to apply for this position:
| Fill out the Supplemental Questionnaire and Application NOW using the Internet. | Apply Online |
| View and print the Supplemental Questionnaire. | This recruitment requires completion of a supplemental questionnaire. You may view and print the supplemental questionnaire here. |
| Apply via Paper Application. | You may also download and complete the Paper Application here. |



