Storytelling Associate (Temporary)

Type of Position: Full-time, non-exempt (hourly), temporary Team: Communications Engagement Reports To: Deputy Managing Director, Communications About This Role Climate Power has an immediate opening for a Storytelling Associate to help the storytelling team identify, recruit, and cultivate relationships with people who are directly impacted by the attacks on climate change and our clean energy progress. The Storytelling Associate is a member of the Communications Engagement vertical of Climate Power’s Communications team. This is a temporary position to support Climate Power’s work through the election cycle. It is expected that this role will end on December 4, 2026. Responsibilities Work with the Storytelling Director to identify and recruit Americans impacted by attacks on climate change and our clean energy progress. Monitor key sources like social media, print, broadcast, and podcast clips to source new voices aligned with the priorities of the organization. In coordination with the Storytelling Director, develop, maintain, and grow a new retention program designed to consistently engage storytellers. Maintain a detailed and up-to-date tracking system for all storyteller research, outreach, and follow-up. Serve as a point of contact for storytellers, engaging warmly and professionally across phone, email, and other channels. Anticipate and respond to storytelling needs from across the organization or partners in a timely manner. Collaborate with team members to ensure a smooth experience for storytellers from first contact through onboarding, while nurturing ongoing relationships by using regular check-ins. Conduct administrative work as needed for the storytelling program. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needs and capacity dictates. Essential Qualifications 1 year of relevant prior work experience, which may include electoral campaigns, storyteller recruitment, communications, or administrative work. Works effectively with diverse groups, communities, and partners. Natural ability to connect with new people quickly and make them feel at ease. Strong organizational skills and a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities. Able to work with and across teams in a remote organization. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Workspace, and other recruitment tools. Desired Qualifications Clear understanding of what makes a compelling story. Strong active listening skills, demonstrated ability to build trust. Detail-oriented — you remember the small things people say and are able to suggest new ideas and make connections based on what you hear. Disciplined in keeping notes, tracking updates, and maintaining schedules. Positive attitude and resilience in a public-facing role. If you do not meet all of the requirements and believe you are a good fit, we encourage you to apply, but be sure to uplift all experience that aligns with both our essential and desired qualifications. Salary & Benefits Package Climate Power offers a competitive compensation package, including salaries that are commensurate with and directly tied to years of experience. Climate Power believes years of experience are a foundational element of equitable pay, and the primary metric used to determine one's salary. The full salary range for this role is listed below, with a given set of years correlating to a fixed 'step' or placement within a salary range. Salaries are otherwise non-negotiable, and not impacted by merit-based performance evaluations or other flexible and/or subjective factors. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Step 9 Years 0<>1 1<>2 2<>3 3<>4 4<>5 5<>6 6<>8 8<>10 10+ Annual Salary $60,900 $62,475 $64,050 $65,625 $67,200 $68,775 $70,350 $71,925 $73,500 Climate Power also offers a competitive benefits package, including the following: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurances 100% paid for employee 50% for their dependents Unlimited Paid Time off, including every other Friday and extended summer, fall, and winter breaks 401(k) with 5% match Education Assistance, including student loan repayment program Sabbatical Leave Employee Assistance Program Monthly Tech Allowance Cell Phone Stipend Work From Home Stipend, for home office furniture Treat Yourself Funds The terms of your benefits and any applicable waiting period(s) are governed by relevant plan documents and any and all applicable policies, and are subject to change or discontinuation by the organization. About Climate Power Climate Power is a strategic communications organization focused on winning the politics of climate. We’re educating Americans about our climate progress, highlighting how clean energy investments benefit local communities, and holding Big Oil accountable for polluting our air and water. We use data-backed messages to pave a path for bold action and shine a light on the price of ignoring the climate crisis would cost our health, economy, and future generations. It’s our job to tell the story of how climate action and clean energy investment are rebuilding our economy, lowering energy costs, and protecting our planet for future generations. We call out disinformation from bad actors like the Big Oil lobby, and make the climate stakes real for voters. Location & Hours of Operations Climate Power is a remote-first organization based in Washington, DC. This position can be located anywhere in the United States, but must be able to work Monday - Friday 9 am - 6 pm EST, plus weekends and evenings as the work dictates. Occasional travel is required as needed, typically 3-4 times per year. Our Hiring Timeline and Process We are accepting applications on a rolling basis and will continue to interview until the position is filled. An ideal start date would be on or before June 5, 2026. This is a temporary position and is expected to run through December 4, 2026. Our interview process generally involves 2 rounds of interviews, ranging in length from 30-60 minutes. All interviews will be conducted via Google Meet or Zoom. Successful candidates that move forward in the hiring process, will be invited to complete a skills assessment activity (for which they will receive payment) and will undergo a vetting process, including reference and background check. Climate Power is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, or sexual orientation. Additionally, Climate Power is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Climate Power will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview and hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed in the interview process, please [email protected] . Requests for updates in the hiring/interview process or other solicitations, should not be sent to this email.