Data and Targeting Specialist I

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees

$90K — $131K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Data and Analytics, Computer Science or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of related experience, or equivalent education/experience combination.
  • Proficiency in data visualization, particularly Power BI.
  • Advanced Excel and intermediate SQL skills; Redshift experience preferred.
  • Strong commitment to the labor movement and union missions.

Responsibilities

  • Utilize advanced data tools for voter targeting and campaign analysis.
  • Design and maintain automated reports and dashboards in Power BI.
  • Assist staff in developing data strategies to meet campaign goals.
  • Manipulate various databases related to voters and membership.
  • Establish best practices for data collection and preservation.
  • Provide guidance on data-driven campaign strategies.
  • Administer and train users on voter file systems like Catalist and VAN.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
  • Flexible work environment.
  • Professional development opportunities.
  • Generous vacation and leave policies.
Full Job Description
To be considered

For each position of interest, please send a separate email with an attached cover letter and resume to: [email protected] .

Also, include the position title, and if you are a current member of an AFSCME Local, in the subject line of your email.

Department:

Data & Analytics

Location:

Washington, D.C.

Grade:

USU Grade 8

Salary Range:

$90,210 - $131,690

Benefits:

List of benefits

Posting Date:

May 14, 2026

This position in the Data & Analytics Department is responsible for completing tasks related to assisting in the development, implementation and maintenance of affiliate file processing procedures, data visualization strategies, and comprehensive reporting.

DUTIES:
  • Utilize advanced data management tools and techniques to conduct voter targeting and analysis for issue and electoral campaigns.
  • Design, develop, and maintain automated reports and interactive dashboards-specifically using Power BI-to provide actionable insights for leadership and affiliates.
  • Assist AFSCME International Staff and affiliates in developing targeting and data strategies to achieve their goals.
  • Manipulate voter, membership, volunteer and other databases.
  • Work with internal and external staff to establish best practices and standards for data collection, acquisition and preservation.
  • Provide data and technological guidance on issue and electoral campaigns.
  • Administer, support, and train users on voter file systems (Catalist and VAN).
  • Coordinate large-scale voter contact programs utilizing in-house and vendor-provided tools.
  • Generate targeted voter/member lists for paid and volunteer contact programs including mail, canvassing, online and phone.
  • Performs other duties as required.


REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Experience:

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in Data and Analytics, Computer Science, or a related field with a minimum of five (5) years of related work experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides for the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Skills:
  • Effective political analysis skills.
  • Extensive experience in political targeting techniques.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in report building and data visualization, with specific expertise in Power BI.
  • Strong commitment to the labor movement, the union and its mission.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to communicate technical subjects to non-technical individuals.
  • Advanced Excel skills and intermediate SQL skills are required, and experience with Redshift is preferred.
  • Familiarity with online electoral tools and datasets such as Catalist, VAN, and NCEC.
  • Understanding of common direct voter contact programs.
  • Experience in the use of data and analytics to drive effective decision-making in both issue and electoral organizing.
  • Ability to manage several tasks/projects concurrently and prioritize work effectively and work under deadline pressures.


Travel, Driving & Work hours:
  • Some travel and extended work hours, including weekends, may be required.
  • Valid driver's license required.


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