Environmental Policy Specialist

American Water is seeking an Environmental Policy Specialist in Camden, NJ, to ensure compliance with environmental policies and regulations. The role involves working with environmental and operations teams to address risks, developing litigation strategies with Litigation Counsel, and providing legal resources. Candidates should have at least 7 years of legal experience, regulatory knowledge, and a Juris Doctorate. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits.
About American Water

At American Water, we are committed to providing safe, clean, and reliable drinking water and wastewater services to our customers. Our team of experts works tirelessly to ensure that our operations align with sustainable best practices, prioritizing safety, affordability, customer service, environmental protection, and community engagement.

We are proud to be recognized as a leader in the industry, with numerous awards and accolades, including being named one of the 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies by Barron's and earning the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's WaterSense Excellence Award.
Job Description

This exciting role will play a critical part in ensuring compliance with existing and new environmental policy, legislation, and regulation at the federal and state levels. As an Environmental Counsel, you will work closely with our environmental and operations functional teams to proactively address environmental risks and develop strategies to mitigate potential challenges associated with emerging contaminants.

You will also collaborate with our Litigation Counsel to manage American Water's litigation strategy for all pending and new environmental litigation, ensuring that our company is well-represented in court and before regulatory agencies.
Key Responsibilities
• Work with the American Water environmental and operations functional teams and the Compliance team to proactively address environmental risks and develop strategies to ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with Litigation Counsel to develop litigation strategy related to environmental litigation matters, including existing PFAS MDL cases.
• Meet internal customers' legal needs.
• Be a source of high-caliber legal resources for the business.
Requirements

To succeed in this role, you will need:
• A minimum of 7 years of experience as a licensed, practicing attorney.
• Regulatory (EPA, state regulators) experience and/or experience before federal or state agencies.
• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
Benefits

As an American Water employee, you can expect:
• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to develop your skills and advance your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.
• A collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.