Deputy Research Director

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House Majority PAC is an organization designed to hold Republicans accountable and help elect more House Democrats. House Majority PAC is committed to building a long-term organization that can take on the Republican outside groups in the battle for the House Majority.

The Deputy Research Director will work closely with House Majority PAC’s Research Director in designing and executing HMP’s opposition research program. As an integral part of HMP’s paid media programming, the Deputy RD will assist in training and managing the Regional Research Desks and ensuring the accuracy and effectiveness of the message component of the organization’s independent expenditure campaign.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Edit and assist in completion of opposition and self-research memos as needed
• Assist the Research Director with management of the regional research desks and oversight of daily research team process and program execution
• Create and edit side-by-side and backup documentation for House Majority PAC paid communications, ensuring accuracy and effectiveness
• Work with paid media and polling consultants to deliver the most effective communications 
• Review House Majority PAC communications in districts, including television, digital, and mail advertising
• Serve in a senior leadership role for the Independent Expenditure, as top advisor to the Research Director, and second in command of the research team

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated commitment to promoting Democratic values and causes 
• BA/BS degree 
• Minimum two cycles of experience in the opposition research field
• Strong grasp of modern opposition research methodology and practices
• Experience with independent expenditure and paid media ad backup
• Experience working in the U.S. House of Representatives or on House campaigns highly preferred 
• Strong work ethic and willingness to take ownership of wide-ranging responsibilities; ability to work independently and proactively
• Ability to work under pressure and remain flexible and adaptable as needs and priorities change; experience managing to multiple deadlines  
• Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail 
• Solid verbal, written, research, and interpersonal skills 
• Sense of humor, ability to have fun, and an interest in working within a high-performing team environment
• Some management experience preferred

LOCATION:         Washington, DC

START DATE:       May 2025 

TRAVEL:            Little to no travel will be required

SALARY:           Starting at $90,000 annualized, commensurate with experience

This is a temporary [cycle-based], at will position with an anticipated end date of no later than December 15, 2026

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

- Medical, dental, and vision; with 100% coverage for eligible staff and eligible dependents.

- Over 25 days of paid time off including; federal holidays, vacation days, and personal days.

- Monthly stipends for transportation and cell-phone expenses.

- 401k program with a 4% employer match.

- and more! 

*Our benefits are governed by organizational policies and formal plan documents.

House Majority PAC is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that employees from diverse backgrounds are critical to achieving our goals. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, family responsibilities or status, disability, genetic information, homeless status, matriculation, personal appearance, or any other legally protected status.