MAPLight.org, an innovative, award-winning nonprofit, is a seeking a Research Director. This position is full-time and based in Berkeley, California.
MAPLight.org illuminates the connection between money and politics in unprecedented ways. Our groundbreaking website links campaign contributions with how legislators vote, revealing how money and politics affect the specific issues people care about. The Research Director position is central to MAPLight.org’s work.
Responsibilities Include:
• Maintaining the accuracy and timeliness of MAPLight.org’s data about U.S. Congress and state legislatures
• Conducting analyses and writing reports on notable findings
• Supervising a staff Research Coordinator and MAPLight.org’s research internship program
• Supervising technical staff to create new site features and data analyses
• Representing MAPLight.org by speaking, writing, and presenting
• Contributing strategically and operationally to MAPLight.org’s success as a part of our management team, and performing other tasks as needed
Required Qualifications:
• Minimum 3 years experience in academic research, project management, journalism or a related field, with a solid record of achievement
• Thorough knowledge of American politics--both political procedures and policy issues
• Outstanding project management skills, included demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects involving numerous staff
• Absolute commitment to highest standards of data accuracy
• 100% attention to detail
• Experience hiring, training, and supervising staff
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Personal dedication to MAPLight.org’s mission and work
Additional Desired Qualifications:
• Experience working with databases, including writing queries and administering databases
• High level of computer skills
• Keeps up with emerging technology, especially on the Web
This position is full-time, with salary depending on experience. This position includes health benefits and paid vacation.
To apply, send cover letter and resume to Dan Newman, Executive Director: E-mail dan (at) maplight (dot) org or fax to 510-868-0912. No phone calls please. MAPLight.org is an equal opportunity employer.