Communications Associate, Energy

Earthworks is hiring a Communications Associate to join our dynamic and growing communications team!

The core responsibility of the Earthworks’ Communications Team is to communicate technical information to non-technical audiences, establish public credibility and trust, and compel action in order to protect health and climate from oil and gas harms across the supply chain. The position will coordinate with other Earthworks staff and allies to enhance education and advocacy campaigns with digital strategy and content, as well as design other materials.

This position reports to Earthworks’ Senior Communications Manager for Energy, will have no supervisory duties and will work closely with Earthworks’ Energy, Policy, and Communications teams and external coalition partners.

Core Responsibilities

• Communicate persuasively and translate complex data-driven, science based issues to be broadly understood;
• Develop messaging and narrative campaigns for digital platforms that are effective in reaching key audiences;
• Create compelling visual stories, including infographics, graphic design and video materials with Digital Communications Team staff;
• Maintain relationships with Earthworks staff and allies to develop coordinated communications efforts to educate and compel decisive action from policy-makers, private industry, and the public.
• Ensure the values of equity and justice are centered in communications work and products, particularly with respect to frontline groups and marginalized communities.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• 3-5 years of professional media and/or communications experience,
• Experience with social and digital media communications;
• Ability to work independently AND in a highly collaborative and remote environment where teamwork, collegiality, and self-motivation are necessary for success;
• Detail oriented with the ability to juggle multiple projects for different stakeholders, often in high-pressure situations or in rapid-response to real-world events.

Preferred Experience and Qualifications

• Understands digital analytics, how content gets disseminated across platforms, progressive influencers and organizations, and other aspects of the modern digital landscape;
• Multicultural competence, cultural humility, and a commitment to working with people from a variety of backgrounds, especially ethnic, racial, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Experience in holding corporations and private industry accountable;
• Experience in a non-profit, advocacy, or social justice organization.

About Earthworks

Earthworks is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting communities and the environment from the adverse impacts of mineral and energy development while promoting sustainable solutions. Earthworks stands for clean air, water, and land, healthy communities, and corporate accountability. We work for solutions that protect both the Earth’s resources and our communities. Earthworks has a primarily-remote staff of approximately 50 employees in over 20 states and DC.

Earthworks is committed to challenging and dismantling systemic oppression. Earthworks’ board and staff understand that promoting diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) both within and beyond Earthworks is critical to carrying out our mission to protect communities and the environment from the adverse impacts of resource extraction. We understand that our commitment to DEI means a dedication to constant learning and improvement.

Earthworks welcomes applications from diverse candidates and is an equal-opportunity employer. Earthworks evaluates employees and applicants for employment on merit, competence, and qualifications and does not tolerate discrimination.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Earthworks we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Location and Travel

Location for this position is remote in the United States, and applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Some travel may be required for certain positions. Employees who are unable to travel/attend in-person meetings for health or disability reasons may request accommodations.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $65,000-$70,000 annually, depending on experience. Earthworks provides full-time staff with a competitive package of benefits, including employer-paid medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. Additionally, Earthworks offers unlimited paid leave, paid parental leave, and a 403(b) retirement plan (with a 5% match after one year of employment). After five years of employment, staff are eligible for a 12 week, fully paid sabbatical.

Bargaining Unit Status

Earthworks is a union workplace; our employees are represented by Earthworkers Unite/ Industrial Workers of the World (IWW). This position is included the bargaining unit.

How to Apply

We strongly encourage and seek applications from people of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disabilities, and bilingual individuals. Reasonable accommodations will be made so that applicants with disabilities may participate in the application and interview process. Please advise in writing of special needs at the time of application.

Apply online at https://www.careers-page.com/earthworks-2/job/63WV699W, including a cover letter and resume, and a brief demonstration of previous communications work (including but not limited to a writing sample blogs, Op-Eds, social media handles, websites, or other online presence that highlights your experience).

No emails or phone calls please.

Qualified applicants can expect to complete three interview stages: an initial phone interview, a virtual panel interview, and a virtual final interview. We’ll also request a list of three professional references after the second stage of the interview process. Deadline for applications: September 19, 2025