Data Reporting Specialist
Job Title
Data Reporting Specialist
Location
DC Office or possibly remote
Salary
Starting Salary Range $50,000
TARGETSMART DATA REPORTING SPECIALIST
We are looking for candidates to join our Research & Analytics team! The Data Reporting Specialist will work with polling data to generate reports used to drive client’s campaign and outreach decisions. The Data Reporting Specialist reports to the Director of Research and Analytics and works closely with members of the team to process data for polling and modeling projects. This position requires an understanding that when it comes to data, even the smallest details matter. We are looking for candidates who look at data with both an analytical and creative mindset and possess an eagerness to learn and innovate within the political data sphere.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Clean, combine, and process data used for polling reports (topline reports, crosstabs, dashboards).
- Collaborating with research analysts to understand and fulfill all reporting requests.
- Monitoring the status of polls from start to finish, while providing the first quality control check.
- Self-auditing and peer reviewing all client deliverables.
- Managing time to meet internal or client-driven timelines.
- Learning new software and developing skills as needed.
- Professionally communicating internally and externally with clients and stakeholders as appropriate.
- Attending all client and internal meetings and conference calls as needed as well as responding to both internal and external communications in a timely manner.
The job profile reflects the assignment of essential job functions, though additional functions may exist. This profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of all work activities, duties or responsibilities. TargetSmart reserves the right to assign or reassign work activities, duties and responsibilities as needed for reasonable accommodations and business purposes.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Critical thinking and problem-solving ability
- Enthusiasm to learn new software and processes
- Attention to detail
- Demonstrated experience using data software (like Excel, SPSS, STATA, R, Python)
- Strong time management skills, ability to work in a high-pressure environment, and willingness to work sometimes-odd hours
- A basic understanding of data and databases
- An eagerness to innovate, and an interest in the polling process
- Bonus points for prior experience using Alteryx
- Coursework, past internship, or work experience dealing with polling and/or research methods
- Bachelor’s degree in a social science or technical field
About TargetSmart Communications
TargetSmart is a leading provider of political data and technology that enables campaigns and organizations to successfully communicate with large audiences, personalize outreach, and create lasting relationships. Our superior politically-focused, consultative approach combines consumer data, databases, data integration and consulting solutions for personalized multichannel marketing strategies. TargetSmart leverages over 25 years of experience in data management to deliver high-performance, reliable data products and solutions.
For more information or to apply for the position, please submit a resume and cover letter at jobs@targetsmart.com.
TargetSmart Communications provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, (or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to lactation), physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related), genetic information, or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.