WattTime is hiring an Operations Coordinator to join its environmental nonprofit technology organisation. This is a full-time remote opportunity for an experienced operations, HR or administrative professional who wants to contribute to climate action while working across multiple organisational functions.
The position offers a salary of $80,000–$110,000 per year and can be performed remotely from anywhere in the United States, subject to organisational approval and applicable employment laws. Applications close on 14 August 2026 at 4:00 p.m. CT.
WattTime Operations Coordinator Job Overview
The Operations Coordinator will play an important role within WattTime’s Capacity team, supporting operations and people-related workflows across the organisation.
The position combines responsibilities in:
- Operations.
- Human resources.
- Finance.
- Legal and compliance.
- Governance.
- Learning and development.
- Administration.
- Technology support.
This is a broad role designed for someone who enjoys working in a small, fast-moving team where employees are expected to contribute across multiple functions.
The successful candidate will sometimes lead projects independently from start to finish and at other times provide hands-on support to colleagues. Strong judgement will be important, particularly when deciding whether to follow established processes or recommend improvements.
About WattTime
WattTime is an environmental nonprofit tech startup focused on using technology, data and software to accelerate emissions reductions.
The organisation developed Automated Emissions Reduction (AER), a technology that enables devices to automatically operate when cleaner renewable energy is available. WattTime also developed Emissionality, which helps identify opportunities to make renewable energy projects more effective at reducing emissions.
WattTime also serves as the secretariat for Climate TRACE, an initiative involving more than 100 nonprofits, technology companies, universities and researchers working together to measure global emissions using technologies including artificial intelligence, remote sensing and emissions data.
Key Responsibilities
The Operations Coordinator will support a wide range of operational and HR processes.
Responsibilities include assisting with employee benefits, renewals and research, as well as providing direct support to employees.
The successful candidate will also help maintain federal, state and local compliance requirements for WattTime’s geographically distributed workforce. This can include business filings, registrations, charitable solicitation renewals, labour requirements, notices and employee communications.
Other responsibilities will include:
- Coordinating HR logistics related to employee changes and relocations.
- Supporting hiring, onboarding and offboarding processes.
- Coordinating employee training.
- Developing onboarding and training materials.
- Supporting performance review processes.
- Handling sensitive HR matters when required.
- Organising team meetings and preparing agendas.
- Coordinating guest attendees.
- Supporting virtual and in-person events.
- Conducting internal and systems audits.
- Supporting financial audits and tax filings.
- Assisting with IT and employee hardware needs.
- Managing accounts and subscriptions.
- Supporting operational process improvements.
- Conducting operations and HR research.
- Maintaining records and documentation.
- Performing data entry and data cleanup.
- Working with tools such as Google Drive, Asana and Apptivo.
The role will also require collaboration with different WattTime departments and external partners.
Qualifications and Experience
Candidates should have at least three years of experience in operations, human resources or administrative roles.
WattTime is looking for someone who can manage a broad range of responsibilities while maintaining high standards of accuracy and organisation.
Key requirements include:
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Strong process and data-quality skills.
- Ability to anticipate needs and solve problems proactively.
- Strong time-management and prioritisation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Flexibility in a rapidly changing environment.
- Ability to work independently while also taking direction.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
- Professional judgement when handling sensitive situations.
- Highly motivated and action-oriented approach.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a remote team.
Candidates should also be comfortable working during regular U.S. working hours and using platforms such as Slack, Zoom and Google Workspace.
Travel to team collaboration sessions a few times each year will also be required.
Preferred Qualifications
A BA or BS degree is preferred but is not presented as the only route to qualification.
Additional experience that would strengthen an application includes:
- Coordinating employee benefits.
- Creating onboarding materials.
- Developing training and learning resources.
- Working for a technology startup.
- Working for a nonprofit organisation.
- Managing multiple organisational functions.
- Adapting to changing organisational priorities.
The role is particularly suited to someone who enjoys wearing multiple hats and developing a broad understanding of organisational operations.
Salary and Benefits
WattTime offers a salary range of $80,000–$110,000 per year for the Operations Coordinator position.
Employees can also benefit from:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance.
- Life insurance.
- 80% coverage for eligible dependents.
- Paid parental and medical leave.
- Flexible paid time off.
- Professional development support.
- Home-office support.
- Employee-choice technology.
- 403(b) retirement plan with up to 5% matching contribution.
The organisation promotes a collaborative, mission-driven culture focused on practical climate impact, data, innovation and respect.
Remote Work and Eligibility
This is a full-time remote position, but applicants must be able to work from within the United States and must be authorised to work in the U.S.
WattTime states that work authorisation will be verified through the E-Verify system after hiring and completion of Form I-9.
Applicants should therefore ensure that they meet the U.S. work-authorisation requirement before applying.
Application Process
The recruitment process is expected to include several stages:
- Resume screening.
- Initial phone screening.
- Technical interview.
- Skills assessment.
- Second technical interview.
- Final interviews with the wider team.
- Reference checks.
- Conditional offer of employment.
Candidates should submit a resume and answer the questions included on the application form. A cover letter may also be submitted optionally.
Application Deadline
Applications for the WattTime Operations Coordinator position close on:
14 August 2026 at 4:00 p.m. CT
The organisation encourages candidates to apply through its careers page before the deadline.
This opportunity is particularly relevant to professionals with operations, HR and administrative experience who are comfortable working across different organisational functions and want to apply their skills within a climate-focused technology nonprofit. With its combination of remote work, competitive compensation, professional development and a strong environmental mission, the role offers an opportunity to build a broad operations career while contributing to efforts to reduce global emissions.
LEARN MORE & APPLY HERE
Join Our WhatsApp Community
Disclaimer: Remote Job Opportunities (RJO) is not the organization offering this opportunity. For any inquiries, please contact the responsible organization directly. Please do not send your applications to RJO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.
