In fact, working any remote job is considered "green" to some degree. A direct result of more people working from home since the COVID-19 pandemic is lower greenhouse gas emissions and improved air quality. But that's just the tip of the iceberg as far as telecommuting benefits are concerned.
So, if you're looking for a job, think green! Here are eight remote jobs in the environmental sector you should check out today.
Analyst, Membership Customer Relationship Management – Environmental Defense Fund
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As an analyst, membership customer relationship management at Environmental Defense Fund, you'll produce direct mail, telemarketing, and email house lists, create teaching records, and will translate business requirements. This position requires at least two years of experience with CRM applications and you must be able to address challenges with data applications.
Environmental Defense Fund is guided by science and economics, finding "practical and lasting solutions to the most serious environmental problems," in areas such as climate, oceans, ecosystems, and health. Their mission is "to preserve the natural systems on which all life depends."
Check out other job opportunities at Environmental Defense Fund.
Community Manager – Only One Inc.
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As a community manager at Only One Inc., you'll report to the marketing manager, engage with the product and editorial teams, be accountable for engaging and growing a community of supporters, and support digital content required for stakeholders and campaign reports.
Only One Inc. is a "new home for stories, solutions, and community action to protect the ocean, tackle the climate crisis, and help fuel the movement for a more just, equitable planet." They believe the only way we can accomplish this is by working together.
Check out other job opportunities at Only One Inc.
Digital Fundraising Specialist – Friends of the Earth
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As a digital fundraising specialist at Friends of the Earth, you'll write persuasive content, improve donor retention, and manage fundraising campaigns. This position requires at least four years of fundraising experience. Digital fundraising experience is a plus.
Friends of the Earth is guided by three principles: being a bold and fearless voice, fighting for systemic transformation, and organizing and building long-term power. They strive for a more healthy and just world, and "push for the reforms that are needed, not merely the ones that are politically easy."
Check out other job opportunities at Friends of the Earth.
Director, Office of the President – National Wildlife Federation
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As Director, Office of the President at the National Wildlife Federation, you'll be responsible for day-to-day operations, assist the president and CEO in managing a portfolio of major funders, and approve expense reports and timecards. This position requires executive office experience.
The National Wildlife Federation believes that "America's experience with cherished landscapes and wildlife has helped define and shape our national character and identity for generations," and wants to unite all Americans to ensure wildlife thrive in a rapidly changing world. They are committed to protecting, restoring, and connecting wildlife habitat, transforming wildlife conservation, and connecting Americans with wildlife.
Check out other job opportunities at the National Wildlife Federation.
National Survey Technical Consultant – Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies
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As a national survey technical consultant at the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies, you'll work with engineers and researchers to survey and evaluate assigned land plots. This position requires strong people skills, full-cycle research knowledge, and related experience.
The Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies aims to provide conservation leadership for a sustainable, publicly supported future for fish and wildlife. Their mission is to "advocate for the roles, responsibilities, and authorities of our member agencies to manage fish and wildlife as public trust resources for current and future generations."
Check out other job opportunities at the Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies.
Northeast Solar Specialist – American Farmland Trust (AFT)
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As a northeast solar specialist at American Farmland Trust (AFT), you'll be responsible for developing and promoting renewable energy plans and programs and protecting farmland conservation. This position requires some knowledge of solar public policies.
American Farmland Trust created the conservation agriculture movement, which "speaks for the land—and for the people who grow our food." As an organization, they have three priorities: protecting agricultural land, promoting environmentally sound farming practices, and keeping farmers on the land.
Check out other job opportunities at American Farmland Trust.
Senior Coordinator, Carbon Fund – Conservation International
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As the Senior Coordinator, Carbon Fund at Conservation International, you'll process transactions related to carbon credit projects, track invoices, coordinate technical reporting, write and edit content, and organize project information. This position requires a high school diploma and at least three years of relevant experience.
Conservation International works to "spotlight and secure the critical benefits that nature provides to humanity." Their mission is to empower societies to responsibly and sustainably care for nature, our global biodiversity, and for the well-being of humanity using a strong foundation of science, partnership and field demonstration.
Check out other job opportunities at Conservation International.
Senior Product Designer – Aurora Solar
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As a senior product designer at Aurora Solar, you'll design software products and maintain updates, provide user research, perform user research, and collaborate with teams to improve products. This position requires at least five years of mobile application design experience and knowledge of design tools.
Aurora Solar is a venture-backed, fast-growing solar company founded on the goal of "enabling any solar professional to design and sell an optimal solar project in minutes." Their mission is to drop the costs of solar for everyone, no matter their location.
Check out other job opportunities at Aurora Solar.
These eight remote jobs could be perfect for you if you're passionate about sustainability and the environment. So, in your job search, don't be afraid to think green! There are more job opportunities in the environmental sector than you think.
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