Deputy Research Director

Talarico for Texas • Austin, TX

2d • $8,000 - $8,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Talarico for Texas is building a movement to take back power for working people. The campaign is seeking a full-time Deputy Research Director to report directly to the Research Director and support the research team in producing high-quality self and opposition research. This is not an entry-level position.

Requirements

• 1-2 cycles of political research experience. Campaign and/or committee experience preferred.
• Mastery of standard research bullet writing
• Experience with LexisNexis, court records retrieval, campaign finance analysis, and other public records research
• Exceptional critical thinking skills
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure
• Willingness to be a team player and support colleagues and the campaign at large

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Research Director and manage the work of other members of the Research team
• Conduct research using public records, news clips, campaign finance reports, travel records, disclosures, and research databases
• Write rapid response research documents with precision and attention to detail
• Collaborate with the communications and digital teams on cross-departmental processes
• Fact-check and approve public-facing campaign materials
• Direct the campaign’s vetting program

Benefits

• Health care
• paid time off
• sick leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees