Data Director

Position Overview

Battleground Alliance is hiring a Data Director to build and manage a national data, targeting, and reporting strategy in support of our field program. Primary responsibilities include targeting and voter file management, designing, implementing, and managing data systems and analytics infrastructure, and building robust reporting across approximately 40 congressional districts in support of Battleground Alliance's field operations. This role reports to the National Field Director and works closely with campaign management, vendors, and national and state organizational partners to ensure data integrity, accessibility, and strategic application in support of our 2026 goals.

About Battleground Alliance

With a $50 million fundraising goal, we work across congressional districts to build coalitions, support grassroots organizing, and drive strategic voter engagement. We strengthen democratic institutions and civic participation in competitive political environments through data-driven field operations, strategic communications, and coordinated partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain voter file databases across approximately 40 congressional districts, ensuring data accuracy, completeness, and accessibility for field staff and partners
• Develop and implement data management protocols and best practices for voter contact, volunteer recruitment, and field program tracking
• Create and maintain targeting universes for door-to-door canvassing, phone banking, digital outreach, and voter mobilization programs
• Generate regular reports and dashboards tracking field program metrics, volunteer activity, voter contact goals, and program performance across districts
• Train and support field staff, state partners, and coalition members on data systems, VAN/Votebuilder, and reporting tools
• Coordinate with data vendors and consultants to acquire, process, and integrate additional data sources including enhanced voter files, modeling scores, and survey data
• Manage data sharing agreements and coordinate data access with state party committees, allied organizations, and partner campaigns
• Conduct data quality audits and troubleshoot data issues across multiple systems and user groups
• Support National Field Director with data-driven strategic planning, resource allocation decisions, and program evaluation
• Develop and maintain documentation for data systems, processes, and protocols
• Analyze field program results and provide actionable insights to optimize voter contact strategies
• Collaborate with campaign management on cross-functional projects requiring data analysis, reporting, or technical implementation
• Manage data team staff
• Collaborate with America Votes data team; and manage staff to help implement this

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in data science, political science, statistics, mathematics, computer science, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 8+ years of data management experience in political campaigns, organizing, or advocacy organizations
• Demonstrated experience managing voter file data across multiple states or congressional districts
• Proven track record supporting large-scale field programs with data infrastructure and analytics
• Experience training non-technical users on data systems and tools
• Understanding of 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and PAC compliance requirements as they relate to data management and voter file usage

Core Competencies

• Strategic thinking and ability to translate programmatic goals into data infrastructure and targeting strategies
• Strong analytical skills with ability to derive insights from complex datasets
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data quality and accuracy
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences
• Project management skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
• Proficiency with delegation of complex tasks and creation of guidance for subordinate support staff
• Problem-solving orientation and ability to troubleshoot technical issues independently
• Reliability and responsiveness, particularly during high-intensity campaign periods
• Manage and train additional data team members internally and externally.

Technical Skills

• Expert-level proficiency with VAN/Votebuilder or NGP VAN, including VAN administrative functions
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data manipulation, and analysis
• Experience with SQL for database queries and data extraction
• Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Google Data Studio, Power BI)
• Experience with Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Drive) and collaborative data management
• Knowledge of mapping tools and GIS applications (e.g., QGIS, ArcGIS, or similar)
• Programming or scripting experience (Python, R, or similar) strongly preferred
• Experience with predictive modeling, statistical analysis, or data science applications a plus

Interpersonal Skills

• Collaborative approach to working with diverse teams across field operations, fundraising, communications, and partner organizations
• Customer service orientation with commitment to supporting field staff and partners' data needs
• Patience and clarity when training users with varying levels of technical expertise
• Adaptability to changing campaign priorities and ability to work in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
• Strict confidentiality in handling sensitive voter data, strategic information, and partner relationships
• Professional judgment and discretion in managing data access and sharing agreements
• Strong relationship management skills for coordinating with state parties, vendors, and coalition partners

Compensation

$90,000-$135,000 depending on experience

Benefits included

Remote

This is a temporary position expected to run through the end of the 2026 cycle

The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or any other category prohibited by local, state or federal law. We encourage qualified candidates of diverse backgrounds, including candidates of color, women, veterans, and LGBTQ individuals to apply.