Deputy Political Research Director

• Work with the Political Research Director to set and share the research teams long-term vision and goals

• Track research priorities and spot bottlenecks early to keep work moving

• Innovate on our candidate vetting strategy and the tools we use to assess policy alignment and reputational risk

• Conduct in-depth research on high-priority candidates and deliver clear recommendations to organizational leaders

• Produce opposition research that is accurate defensible and able to withstand scrutiny

• Collaborate with grassroots stakeholders including Government Affairs Policy and State Chapters

• 5 years of political or electoral research experience such as work on local state or federal campaigns political committees Super PACs or consulting

• A track record of success finding details in a candidates record that change how their position is understood

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects at once in a fast-paced high-urgency environment

• Proactive communication that keeps stakeholders informed plus a record of effective collaboration

• Sound judgment and a commitment to presenting information accurately and without bias

• Strong alignment with AFPs vision and approach to political engagement

• Enthusiasm to contribute to Stand Togethersvision and principled approach to solving problems and a commitment to stewarding our culture which champions values including transformation and innovation entrepreneurialism humility and respect.

• Experience supervising mentoring or coaching a team of researchers or campaign operatives

• Demonstrated expertise in electoral research political campaign management or other related fields

• A significant depth of knowledge of the policy and electoral landscape

• Competitive benefits:Enjoy a 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting flexible time off comprehensive health and dental plans plus wellness and mental health support through Peloton and Talkspace.

• A meaningful career: Join a passionate community of over 1300 employees dedicated to improving lives and driving innovative solutions to complex social challenges.

• Commitment to growth: Thrive in a non-hierarchical environment that empowers employees to discover develop and apply their unique talents.

For this role the anticipated base salary range is $110000$140000 per year. This role may also be eligible for additional bonus compensation designed to align total compensation with an employees overall contribution to the organization.

Our Principles-Based Management (PBM) compensation philosophy is grounded in an individualized approach that rewards the long-term value each person creates for the organization. Compensation decisions are informed by a variety of factors including relevant experience capabilities demonstrated skills role responsibilities and expected contribution. Consistent with this approach base salary may vary within or outside of the anticipated range based on these considerations.