Progressive Polling Firm Seeks Senior Public Opinion Researcher for Work on Presidential Team
HR Dept. Progressive Polling Firm
Senior Public Opinion Researcher
A leading progressive public opinion research firm located in Washington, D.C. seeks a qualified and experienced candidate to be a full time Senior Public Opinion Researcher. The ideal candidate will have significant political experience, a background in opinion research, and be highly detail-oriented with the proven ability to follow through on assignments.
The selected researcher will have a leading role on the polling team of a Democratic presidential candidate. In addition, the work portfolio will include research for other political races, elected officials, and a wide range of progressive issue clients (advocacy groups, labor unions, and non-profits).
· Duties include but are not limited to:
o Leading a team in designing and executing new projects
o Creating questionnaires, reports, proposals and memos for clients
o Representing the firm to clients, delivering presentations and managing client relationships
o Designing survey and focus group materials
o Training and overseeing junior and associate analysts while reviewing their work
o Providing support for marketing needs as directed
o Attending external events of interest to the team and firm
· Applicants Must:
o Be organized, diligent and responsible and able juggle a range of different tasks simultaneously
o Exhibit a high level of attention to detail
o Display excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to work well under tight deadlines
o Be able to work independently on assigned tasks as well as accept direction on given assignments
o Be able to effectively operate with minimal oversight, manage a team and delegate tasks
o Show sound judgment and discretion
o Show good customer relationship and follow-up skills
· Preferred Skills:
o A high level of political acumen
o A background in or understanding of data analysis
o 5-7 years of experience in an office setting
o Experience designing, conducting and analyzing opinion research
o Experience in leadership, management, and oversight
o Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
o A commitment to the progressive movement and to social, economic and racial justice
Candidates will work from the firm’s DC office. To apply, please send resume and cover letter to progressivep...@gmail.com. Deadline for application is Friday, February 21.