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The Nevada State Democratic Party is seeking a talented Research Tracking Coordinator to support our research department for Nevada’s critical 2026 election cycle and gubernatorial race.

Role Overview

The Research Tracking Coordinator will be a key member of the research team responsible for monitoring and reporting on gubernatorial candidate events, statements, media appearances, and activities both in-person and virtually as well as coordinating and organizing volunteers to attend events. The Research Tracking Coordinator will work closely with both the Research and Communications teams, including senior leadership. This position will be based in Las Vegas, Nevada but the Research Tracking Coordinator will be expected to travel as necessary.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

Including, but not limited to:

• Identify and monitor real-time interviews, news coverage, and opponent events
• Maintain and regularly update an event calendar of opponent events and appearances
• Attend and record events attended by opponents
• Coordinate and organize volunteers to attend events that we know or suspect our opponent will be attending, in addition to attending events themselves
• Recruit, train, and manage all volunteer tracking and provide regular and proactive updates to senior staff
• Transcribe audio and video and write and distribute timely reports describing events, interviews, and media appearances
• Provide additional research support to the department as needed

Required Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have:

• A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle to get to and from events
• Flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances and travel to events upon short notice, including nights and weekends as needed
• Ability to monitor a 24-hour news cycle
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and critical thinking ability
• An interest in starting a career in electoral politics or political research

Preferred Background and Experience:

• Nevada ties
• Previous campaign volunteer or internship experience preferred, but not required
• Diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

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This is an entry-level position. APPLY NOW: Interested applicants should complete this form to apply.

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The NSDP is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment. The NSDP’s equal opportunity policy covers all programs, services, policies, and procedures of the NSDP, including opportunity for

employment and treatment as a NSDP employee, as well as opportunities for Consultants to contract with the NSDP. The NSDP is committed to building a staff that reflects the diverse communities that make up our state.

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