Programmer/Data Processor - Progressive Research and Polling Firm (Washington, DC)

[HIT Strategies]

Programmer/ Data Processor Job Description

HIT Strategies, a progressive Washington, DC research firm is seeking a Programmer to work in the fast-paced environment of quantitative survey research. Due to the startup nature of the company, a dedicated self-starter who is eager to learn on the job and grow into a larger role would be ideal for this position. We work closely with political organizations and candidates so interest in electoral politics is preferred.

Responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Managing data for multiple quantitative studies
• Processing raw polling data into toplines and crosstabs for analysts and clients
• Programming and manipulating data in SPSS
• Monitoring survey responses in real time
• Preparing survey samples (data cleanup)
• Statistical analysis to test validity (e.g. regression analysis, max diff analysis)
• Data visualization of complex datasets

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, Marketing, Mass Communications, Economics, Statistics, or an equivalent concentration required
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Equivalent of two years of previous work experience in a related field
• Ability to work with others efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work non-traditional hours when the job requires
• Ability to produce a variety of high quality analysis and presentations as demonstrated by portfolio of work samples
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and decision making skills
• Experience with SPSS (proficiency preferred) or equivalent statistical software
• Familiarity with VAN, Catalist, or other voterfiles
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office – especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience with Tableau a plus
• Interest in electoral politics and minority engagement

HIT Strategies is a small but rapidly-growing polling, messaging, and strategy firm that uses innovative research methods to understand, communicate with, and mobilize some of the hardest to reach communities in society. Women, millennials (+ gen-z), and minorities are irreversibly shifting voting and consumer patterns in America. At HIT Strategies, we apply our lived experiences at the intersections of society to explore and empower these communities so that our partners can realize the full potential of rapid diversification in America.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the heart of our mission. We want our team to reflect the incredible diversity of the country. Therefore, we especially encourage applications from people of color, LGBTQ individuals, people with disabilities and members of other groups who are underrepresented in our political system.

To apply for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter detailing interest and your qualifications to in...@hitstrat.com  Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.