Data Scientist Position at America Votes

Data Scientist

About the Organization:

America Votes works year-round to build a more representative democracy, strengthen every American’s right to vote, and win elections in key states. With a coalition of more than 400 progressive organizations nationwide, America Votes provides strategic planning, advocacy and electoral campaign coordination, data tools, and on-the-ground leadership. For over 20 years, America Votes has been the hub connecting issue and membership organizations, building a unified coalition, and mobilizing millions of voters across the country.

Racial Equity Commitment:

America Votes is committed to advancing racial equity internally and across its coalition. We acknowledge systemic racism and the ways gender, sexuality, and other forms of oppression intersect with race. We dedicate resources and time to challenge inequitable structures and build a more inclusive democracy.

About the Role:

The Data Scientist will join the Analytics team to support national voter mobilization efforts using advanced data analysis, statistics, and machine learning. This role reports to the Deputy National Data and Targeting Director and works closely with analysts, engineers, and program staff to provide actionable insights and advance racial equity in all data operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead analysis projects from ideation to presentation, producing clear reports, dashboards, and visualizations.
• Develop and implement machine learning models to provide new insights for voter contact and program logistics.
• Collaborate with Analytics, Data Support, and Engineering teams to improve processes and automation.
• Evaluate predictive models, with a focus on racial equity and fairness.
• Coach and mentor team members in data science best practices.
• Integrate racial equity considerations into all data projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Required:
• Two or more cycles of data/analytics experience in campaigns or progressive organizations.
• Expert SQL skills and cloud data warehouse experience.
• Strong R or Python coding skills with modular, well-documented code.
• Experience applying statistics and machine learning to large, messy datasets.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and equity-centered approach.
• Ability to work irregular campaign-style hours and travel as needed.
• Preferred:
• Experience with geospatial data, causal inference, or complex data products.
• Experience with Streamlit or similar frameworks to build interactive tools.
• MLOps experience to productionize machine learning models.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: $100,000 – $115,000/year (dependent on experience)
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Monthly cell phone stipend and professional development funds
• 401(k) with employer contribution after 4 months
• Generous PTO including vacation, sick leave, personal days, 10+ federal holidays, and Dec 25 – Jan 1 paid break
• Parental leave

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To apply, submit a cover letter, resume, and three references. The cover letter should highlight your relevant experience and contributions to advancing racial equity.

America Votes is an equal opportunity employer. People of color, LGBTQ candidates, individuals with disabilities, and neurodivergent individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.