Data Director

Position: Data Director

Who We Are

The Arizona Democratic Party is committed to electing Democrats that will defend and fight for Arizona values- helping working families keep up with the cost of living, investing in education, ensuring Arizona's water future, and protecting our fundamental freedoms. We work to make our state and our world a better place for the generations that will follow.

What You Will Do

The Data Director reports to the Executive Director of the Arizona Democratic Party. This person will manage the day-to-day voter file management of the state party, county and legislative districts, and Democratic campaigns across the state. This role is solely responsible for administering the statewide voter file database for the Party.

Application Processes & Expectations

Candidates should apply no later than October 31. Candidates will conduct an initial screening call, a data analysis exercise, and an interview with ADP staff.

Salary and Location

The pay for this role starts at $80,000. This is an exempt position. Office hours are 9:00 to 6:00 with extended hours required based on operational needs. This position is located in Phoenix, Arizona. This is an in-person job with occasional work from home days.

Core Responsibilities

• Administer Arizona's VAN VoteBuilder database
• Act as the Voter File Manager for all state campaigns and committees
• Provide training, documentation, office hours, and helpdesk support to Arizona VAN users
• Meet with local parties and caucuses to discuss their common data needs and find workable solutions
• Running election buddy at state committee meetings, vacancy elections, etc.
• Building relationships with the DNC, DDX, other states, and additional key stakeholders and vendors to ensure Arizona is a leader in the use and management of data.
• Implement and manage systems for data sharing and access within VAN for various organization types
• Collaborate across departments to design and build reports that track the state programming
• Develop, maintain, and implement data standards to ensure accurate tracking and analysis of state party programming
• Coordinating with partners to share voter contact data, proactively support planning direct voter contact, and communicate with stakeholders
• Supervise ADP Data Staff, ensuring staff provides support to Arizona Democratic campaigns

Position Requirements

Qualifications We encourage you to apply even if you do not fit all of the items listed below.

You will be a good fit for this role if you:

• Have the ability to manage multiple short and long-term projects simultaneously, and are comfortable with juggling multiple and shifting priorities.
• Are highly communicative – responsive to internal and external requests, emails, and calls.
• Can maintain a high level of confidentiality and discretion.
• Have the ability to take and implement feedback.
• Are organized and self-motivated, with strong attention to detail.

Minimum Requirements

• 2 years working directly with state party voter files, as a user and/or administrator
• Familiarity with advanced spreadsheet formulas and conditional formatting
• Ability to communicate technical information to a wide audience in a clear, succinct manner
• At least 1 cycle of prior experience as data staff on a campaign or at a state party
• Proficient at working with data in SQL, preferably in Phoenix or BigQuery
• Familiarity with Google Looker Studio, QGIS, Tableau or other data visualization tools
• Detail-oriented and able to prioritize and manage multiple projects
• Able to work independently and in a team environment
• Work extended hours, including nights and weekends as needed
• Be a Democrat and have demonstrated political beliefs that fit with the Democratic Party’s mission

Category: Management  

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time  

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt  

Benefits Shift: -not applicable-  

**EOE Statement:**The Arizona Democratic Party (ADP), is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. The ADP is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination of employment, promotion, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment on the basis of gender, disability, race, age, national origin, color, creed, sexual orientation, sex (including marital and parental status), gender identity and expression, religion, economic status, ethnic identity, veteran's status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.