Opposition Research Director

Graham for Maine; Maine; On-site; USD 78,120 - 122,760; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Collective bargaining agreement

Job summary

Graham for Maine is seeking an experienced Research Director to lead research efforts for the U.S. Senate campaign. The role requires developing comprehensive research strategies and managing the vetting process to provide strategic intelligence against opponents.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience conducting opposition research, be highly organized, and possess strong analytical skills. This position includes a salary range of $7,000–$11,000/month and offers health benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience conducting opposition and/or self-research for a federal or high-profile statewide campaign.
• Highly organized and capable of managing tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work a campaign schedule, including irregular hours.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a detailed opposition research and vetting plan.
• Anticipate opponent lines of attack and build effective defense strategies.
• Conduct exhaustive opposition research using public records and media statements.

Skills

Opposition research

Self-research

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Research tools proficiency

Tools

LexisNexis

Westlaw

FEC databases

Media monitoring software

Job description

Graham for Maine is seeking an experienced Research Director to lead research efforts for the U.S. Senate campaign. The role requires developing comprehensive research strategies and managing the vetting process to provide strategic intelligence against opponents.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience conducting opposition research, be highly organized, and possess strong analytical skills. This position includes a salary range of $7,000–$11,000/month and offers health benefits.