Date Posted

02/14/24

Job Role

Analytics, Data & Data Management, Engineer, IT, Technology

Organization Type

Campaign or Committee

Location

On-site

Texas (TX)

Salary Range

$61,000-$80,000

How to Apply

Data Analyst

Texas Democratic Party | On-site | Short-term

Date Posted

02/14/24

Job Role

Analytics, Data & Data Management, Engineer, IT, Technology

Organization Type

Campaign or Committee

Location

On-site

Texas (TX)

Salary Range

$61,000-$80,000

Position Summary

Description:

The Texas Democratic Party is currently seeking applications for a Data Analyst.  This person will have a role in designing, building and maintaining all our data products, which include but are not limited to a Bayesian partisanship model, various reporting dashboards, and statewide targets. They will be responsible for working directly with campaigns, other departments, county parties, and allied organizations to promote the adoption of these products. 

This position will report to the Deputy Director of Data and Analytics, and will be on the Data team, working in close collaboration with other teams. This is a cycle-only position, with employment through November 2024. This is an in-person, union-eligible position located in Austin, Texas, and will include some nights and weekends.

Core Responsibilities: 

  • Use SQL to assist in the creation of various data products 
  • Respond to various ad hoc analytical requests with informed, data-based analysis
  • Developing and interpreting data visualizations
  • Provide data support to other internal teams
  • Additional duties as assigned by supervisor

Required Skills: 

  • Experience with SQL & either Python or R in political data science contexts
    • Familiarity with Google Apps Script or shell scripting is a plus
  • Experience using political data to solve problems 
    • Familiarity with BigQuery and Portal is a plus
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, and experience explaining technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • A commitment to working at the Texas Democratic Party through November 2024

Required Tools:

  • A reliable laptop
  • A reliable cell phone 

Salary: $5,416 monthly

Start Date: Mid-March 2024

How to Apply: Please click here to apply for this position.

Diversity: The Texas Democratic Party is an equal-opportunity employer. Consistent with the Texas Democratic Party’s commitment to including groups historically underrepresented in the Texas Democratic Party’s affairs, by virtue of race/ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability, we strongly encourage members of underrepresented groups to seek jobs within the Texas Democratic Party.

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