Research Director

Description

Reports To: Deputy Executive Director

Department: Research

Work Location: Hybrid (WFH & DC Headquarters)

Job Type: Full-Time, Salary Exempt 

Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes

The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) is the official national Democratic campaign committee charged with electing Democrats to the U. S. House of Representatives. The DCCC recruits Democratic candidates and supports Democratic campaigns – both challengers and Democratic incumbent Members – with a variety of services including field operations, fundraising support, communications assistance, digital strategy, research support and management consulting. The DCCC is supported by the contributions of individuals and organizations, along with Democratic Members, from throughout the country. We look for talented and hard-working professionals who are committed to electing Democrats and winning the House majority.

Due to the cyclic nature of our organization, all positions are subject to separation at the end of the election cycle.

Position Summary: The Research Director is responsible for working with the Deputy ED in building and managing the research and tracking teams that will play an essential role in winning the House majority. The Research Director will work closely with Communications, Policy, and the Deputy ED to identify key areas of focus and build research materials to be used by the Committee as well as Members and candidates in battleground races.

Responsibilities Include: 

• Hiring and day-to-day management of the DCCC Research Department, as well as managing the hiring of the broader research and tracking teams;
• Work closely with Deputy ED and outside partners and consultants to design and test messaging that builds winning coalitions in battleground districts; 
• Ensure systems are in place to protect sensitive research information; 
• Coordinate close working relationships between the Research team and the Comms and Campaigns teams, as well as with battleground Members and candidates, to ensure research materials and tracking reports are actionable; 
• Work with the Deputy ED on the hiring and management of any outside research consultants; 
• Seek opportunities and develop efforts to increase diversity of candidates, campaign-related staff, and campaign teams;
• Provide thought leadership around and opportunities for continued professional development and training of campaigns team members and campaign staff;
• Provide research presentations to members of the Dem Caucus and other stakeholders as needed;
• Perform other duties as necessary to ensure the success of the Research team.

Requirements

•  Extensive political research experience required with previous political committee or non-profit research experience preferred;
• Past hiring and staff management experience required;
• Past experience managing and working with outside consultants required; 
• Strong communication, discretion, and problem-solving skills;
• Self-motivation and the ability to anticipate and prevent problems;
• Strong commitment to teamwork;
• Possess the initiative to work independently and follow through on all projects;
• A great and flexible attitude for a dynamic, campaign-like environment and pace;
• Excellent people skills, with an ability to partner with a dynamic leadership team and collaborate with many strategic partners; 
• Commitment to electing Democrats and reclaiming the House majority;
• Proactively foster an inclusive atmosphere and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion;
• Ability to demonstrate multicultural competence – the awareness, knowledge and skills needed to work with others who are culturally different from self in meaningful, relevant and productive ways;
• Personal and professional commitment to promoting and investing in cross-cultural skills and awareness related to individuals from broad backgrounds, races, ethnicities, religions, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and disability;
• Proven interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills with the ability to build relationships with Members, candidates, and staff at all levels.

Why You Should Work Here:

• We recognize and reward hard work
• Learn, develop, and hone professional skills related to running and operating multi-dimensional political campaigns and the operating systems that support the campaigns 
• Experience working with the largest Democratic battlefield, containing numerous highly competitive campaigns in diverse districts across the nation
• Opportunities to expand your network and engage with policy makers, political candidates, Democratic Party leaders and a diverse team of professionals and colleagues 
• Gain experience in cross-team interaction and exposure to other functions and departments within the DCCC
• Equity and inclusion are actively integrated into decisions made at Senior Team and Department levels regarding hiring, contracting, and political strategy

Benefits: 

• Medical, dental, and vision plans with premiums fully paid for by DCCC
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) and Life Insurance fully paid for by DCCC
• More than 25 days of paid time off (which includes federal holidays, time off around the holidays, vacation, and sick days) 
• Paid parental leave 
• Fertility and growing family support with $10,000 subsidiary paid by DCCC
• Pet Insurance Discount
• Up to 6% retirement employer match contribution
• Long-term Disability fully paid for by DCCC 
• Monthly mobile phone stipend 
• Monthly metro benefits (for employees located in the DC metro area only)
• Gym Access (for employees located in the DC metro area only)
• Capital Bikeshare Discount (for employees located in the DC metro area only)
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Employee Resource Groups 

Diversity Mission Statement:

The diversity mission of DCCC is for DCCC to reflect the diversity of the country, which strengthens the core mission of electing House Democrats. To that end, DCCC strives to create an inclusive environment that cultivates and supports diversity at every organizational level, including its staff, candidates, vendors, and contractors.

Equal Opportunity/Diversity Policy: 

DCCC prohibits discrimination of employment, promotion, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, sex (including marital and parental status), religion, age, disability,  actual or perceived gender identity or expression, weight, personal appearance, family responsibilities, genetic information, economic status,  genetic information, veteran’s status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. DCCC is an equal opportunity employer and will comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in employment. 

Salary : $155,000