Data Director

The Vermont Democratic Party (VDP) is seeking a Data Director to lead the party’s voter data infrastructure and analytics programs. The Data Director will play a central role in building the data systems that power Democratic organizing and campaigns across Vermont. This role will be responsible for managing the party’s voter file, developing targeting universes for persuasion, mobilization, and volunteer recruitment, and building reporting systems that allow leadership and organizers to track progress toward program goals.

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About the Role

The Data Director will report to the Executive Director and work closely with organizing staff, campaigns, and national partners to analyze data, develop paths to victory, and ensure that Democratic candidates across Vermont have access to the tools and insights they need to win elections.

This role will also oversee the party’s VAN/VoteBuilder administration, support local Democratic committees and campaigns using voter contact tools, and help develop best practices for data use across the organization.

This position is full-time and based in Vermont, with travel throughout the state as needed.

Our Data Director must be a goal-oriented, metrics-driven self-starter with a robust work ethic who is willing to work weekends and evenings in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, with a high level of attention to detail.

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Responsibilities:

• Voter File & VAN Administration

  • Work closely with the Democratic National Committee and the Vermont Secretary of State’s office to ensure timely and accurate updates to the statewide voter file, including voter registration data, absentee voting data, and polling locations.

  • Administer the Vermont Democratic Party’s VAN/VoteBuilder committees, including user permissions, account management, shared data sets, and system configuration.

  • Maintain strong data hygiene practices within VoteBuilder, including voter file updates, database organization protocols, and regular data cleaning.

  • Administer and support additional voter contact tools, ensuring strong data integration and integrity across platforms.

  • Oversee contracts and vendor relationships related to VAN and other voter contact technologies.

• Targeting & Voter Contact Strategy

  • Create targeted voter contact and volunteer recruitment universes to support organizing and campaign programs across Vermont.

  • Work with organizing, communications, and political staff to generate actionable insights that support strategic decision-making.

  • Provide data support to Democratic candidates and campaigns across Vermont, ensuring they have access to the data tools necessary to run effective voter contact programs.

  • Take initiative to develop data-driven solutions that improve organizing, targeting, and campaign effectiveness.

• Reporting, Analytics & Insights

  • Produce analysis of voter contact results, volunteer engagement, early vote and absentee turnout, voter registration trends, and other campaign-relevant data, and present findings clearly to party leadership and partners.

  • Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting tools that allow staff to track organizing metrics, voter contact goals, and program progress.

  • Build automated workflows and reporting systems to streamline data processes and improve organizational efficiency.

  • Prepare district profiles, landscape memos, and presentations that communicate key data insights to staff, campaigns, and external partners.

• Training & Campaign Support

  • Develop and deliver training and best practices for staff, campaigns, and local Democratic committees on the use of VAN and other voter contact tools.

  • Provide support to campaigns and committee administrators by establishing troubleshooting standards and communication channels for data-related issues.

  • Develop training materials and documentation on best practices for data usage and voter contact systems.

• Data Management & Integrity

  • Collect and clean political data, including scrubbing and matching acquired lists to the voter file.

  • Monitor and maintain data quality across voter contact tools and databases to ensure accuracy and reliability.

• Miscellaneous Duties

  • Assist with Montpelier office management and clerical upkeep.

• Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

​Location Requirements:

Statewide travel is expected.

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Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with GIS mapping and geographic voter analysis.

• Experience working with large datasets using SQL or other relational database tools.

• Familiarity with data visualization platforms such as Tableau, Google Data Studio, or similar tools.

• Experience working with voter contact platforms including phone banking, text messaging, and relational organizing tools.

• Experience supporting political campaigns or advocacy organizations.

• Familiarity with Vermont politics is preferred but not required.

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Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in political campaigns, advocacy, or nonprofit data operations.

• Strong experience working with VAN/VoteBuilder, including database administration.

• Experience managing voter files and building targeting universes.

• Experience developing reports, dashboards, and data visualizations that communicate insights clearly.

• Understanding of campaign organizing tactics and how data supports voter contact programs.

• Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Strong communication skills and ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced political environment and adapting to shifting priorities.

• Commitment to Democratic values and strengthening Democratic organizing in Vermont.

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
   

Salary:

​This is a full-time position that offers a generous benefits package and competitive salary commensurate with experience.

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How to Apply:

Please send your cover letter, resume, and 3-4 professional references to May Hanlon, Executive Director of the Vermont Democratic Party at mhanlon@vtdemocrats.org with “Data Director - [Last Name]” in the subject line. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

This position is a part of the Vermont Democratic Party employees' bargaining unit, represented by USW Amalgamated Local #4. 

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The Vermont Democratic Party is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy and our core value to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis.