Research Associate

Democratic National Committee; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Democratic National Committee is seeking a Research Associate to support their mission by analyzing and formatting data related to campaigns and political issues. This role involves developing research documents and monitoring news, requiring strong communication skills and political knowledge. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree and be self-motivated, with a desire to engage in the current political landscape.

Benefits

Generous paid time off, including federal holidays

Health and dental insurance for employee and dependents

Up to a 5% employer match DNC 401(k) plan

Qualifications

• Ability to keep up with the 24 hour news cycle.
• Political training or background recommended.
• Knowledge of Nexis and campaign finance databases a plus.

Responsibilities

• Quickly read and analyze news clips and records.
• Develop research documents for public-facing content.
• Monitor local and national news for key points.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Strong attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Self-motivated

Creative thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

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Research is the messaging and strategy backbone of campaigns. We scour public records, campaign finance reports, articles, interviews, social media, books, legislation, and more to gain a deep understanding of the topics and candidates we research. We also closely follow the news and current events as we look for opportunities to effectively deploy our findings through rapid response products.

The Research Department’s work has a direct impact on upcoming elections through our collaborations with other departments throughout the DNC as well as with campaigns and state parties. We look for applicants who have great political instincts and knowledge of politicians, political parties, outside groups, and the legislative process. The ideal Research Associate candidate should possess a basic understanding of the dynamic political climate and major policy issues in the U.S., as well as strong research and writing skills.

If you’re interested in helping us relentlessly dig for the truth - come join us!

Responsibilities:

• Quickly read, analyze and format news clips, legislative voting histories, campaign finance data, corporate filings, public government records, legal records and related items;
• Develop succinct research documents for rapid response and communications staff that can be used to generate public-facing content;
• Monitor and extract key points from local and national news;
• Simplify very complex issues into factual and concise narratives; and,
• Other duties as assigned to support the department and the DNC's mission
  
  
  

Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communications skills;
• Strong attention to detail and strong organizational skills;
• Ability to take direction, ask questions and quickly learn new tasks and databases;
• Self-motivated with the ability to meet strict deadlines; and,
• Creative thinking and desire to explore new avenues
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Ability to keep up with the 24 hour news cycle;
• High proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel;
• Political training or background to understand and explain significance of events and findings;
• Specific knowledge of Nexis, campaign finance databases, federal and state-level vote analysis, statistical data gathering, and primary source materials a plus; and,
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred and political research, campaign, or government experience is a plus
  
  
  

The starting salary for the Research Associate position is $52,000, on an annualized basis, commensurate with experience and qualifications. This is a full-time, non-exempt position, which means you will be eligible for overtime pay for hours worked in excess of 40 in a given workweek and is in the bargaining unit represented by SEIU local-500.

The Democratic National Committee (DNC), 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 DNC is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis. The DNC will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.

Benefits:

The DNC offers a generous benefit package, including:

Generous paid time off, including federal holidays and open leave

Health and dental insurance for employee and dependents; 90% paid by the DNC, 10% paid by employee

Supplementary vision plans available to employees for purchase

Up to a 5% employer match DNC 401(k) plan

Pre-tax flexible spending account benefits available to employees and dependents

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Political Organizations

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