Research Director - Madison, United States - Democratic Party of Wisconsin

Democratic Party of Wisconsin

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Madison, United States

1 week ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

Job Title:
Research Director

Reports to:
Communications Director

Salary:
$75,000 - $85,000/annually, generous benefits package

Location:
Madison, WI(_Please note: Employment with the Democratic Party of Wisconsin requires residence or willingness to relocate to the state of Wisconsin._)

Start date:
Summer 2024

Application Deadline:
May 22, 2024 (Applications are considered on a rolling basis. Deadlines may be shortened or extended as necessary. There is no guarantee this posting will remain open until the deadline or be closed on the deadline. This is a suggested timeframe based on organization needs.)

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The Opportunity:
The Democratic Party of Wisconsin is aiming to reimagine the work of political research at the state level. As Research Director, you will lead this effort.

We are seeking a researcher eager to challenge the way things have always been done and develop creative new solutions to old problems.

In addition to leading the way on long-term and short-term opposition research projects, this role will also manage DPW's sophisticated statewide tracking operation and play an integral role in approving forward-facing digital and communications products.

Responsibilities:

Assist with rapid response efforts and media monitoring.
Compiled press pitches, briefings, and research materials.
Monitor election activity around the state.
Manage DPW's statewide media monitoring and tracking operation in coordination with allied campaigns.
Complete background vetting as needed.
Evaluate processes in the department and improve/make recommendations as needed.
Perform additional specific research responsibilities, as directed.
Manage direct reports in all aspects of their work and support their success in the role by conducting relevant coaching conversations, providing and receiving feedback, and creating an inclusive and engaging team culture.

More specific tasks could include but are not limited to:

Managing and reviewing time off requests
Hiring new team members
Having constructive conversations with team members on performance
Building rapport and trust within your team
Leading projects and delegating tasks
Onyear requirements include working outside of normal work hours; including canvassing and other election preparation as necessary.

Qualifications (required):

Growth Mindset
Able to take and implement feedback.

Relentlessly Goal-Oriented

Enjoys working toward and achieving ambitious goals. Keeps calm in stressful situations. Has the capacity and willingness to work long hours during peak season, rolling up their sleeves and getting the work done.

Cultural Competency

Able to build authentic relationships across lines of difference, such as race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, class, ability, gender identity, citizenship status, or other identities. Understands how to take an inclusive lens into all aspects of work.

Management Skills

Ability to manage relationships within your team, bring out the best in your employees, and treat employees equitably across lines of difference; including but not limited to feedback, performance, and engagement.

Self-Starter

Comfortable taking the reins in your own hands and proactively working towards a goal with mínimal direction.

Research Experience

Experience in a political research role.

Agile Communication

Ability to quickly synthesize complex information and communicate it in a digestible fashion.

Database Knowledge

Experience with LexisNexis, government databases, campaign finance records, public financial disclosures, congressional and legislative vote records, and other relevant databases.

Benefits:

Great benefits including; excellent health care ($1/month), dental ($1/month), vision ($1/month), life insurance (free), short term and long-term disability (free), TalkSpace virtual therapy, free Calm premium subscription, mileage reimbursement, monthly cell phone stipend, paid vacation days (starting at 10 days), retirement plan with 3% employer match, 4 floating holidays, 9 paid holidays.

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