About the Texas Democratic Party

Founded in 1846, Texas Democrats continue the march towards a state as great as its promise.

A fair shot for all, that’s what drove Democrats to build this great state, and that is what drives us today. A belief that no matter who you are, what you look like, where you come from, or who you love if you work hard in Texas, you can make it.

We believe democratic government exists to achieve as a community, state, and nation what we cannot achieve as individuals.

We believe in equal opportunity, fairness, freedom, family, community, and a responsibility to ourselves and each other. These are the values our elders passed down to us, the values we hope to share with our children, and the values we expect from our elected officials.

The Texas Democratic Party is a movement of millions of Texans coming together to fight for our Texas values. We know our state cannot succeed when the deck is stacked against working Texans and their families.

About the Role

The Texas Democratic Party is seeking a GOTV Data Associate to join our Texas Together 2026 Coordinated Campaign, supporting Talarico for Texas and Democratic candidates up and down the ballot. 

The GOTV Data Associate will support the Texas Democratic Party’s Get Out the Vote (GOTV) efforts by providing day-to-day data and technical support to campaign and organizing staff. Working closely with the TDP Data Team, the Data Associate will respond to VAN support tickets, troubleshoot user questions and technical issues, and complete a variety of tasks within VAN. The role will require strong attention to detail, a service-oriented approach, and the ability to quickly understand and resolve data and technology questions in a fast-moving campaign environment.

The Data Associate will also work directly with the GOTV Data & Analytics Director and Deputy Director on projects and tasks that support the broader GOTV data program. Assignments may include writing and troubleshooting SQL queries, working with Google Sheets and Google Data Studio (formerly Looker), assisting with data analysis and reporting, and supporting other data and analytics projects as needed. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys solving problems, working with technology and data, and contributing to Democratic campaigns during the critical GOTV period.

This position will begin ASAP and end November 15, 2026.

Compensation

Pay

GOTV Data Associates are compensated at $5,000 per month.

Benefits

They are eligible for generous benefits including health care, vision, and dental insurance and stipends for cell phone and eligible transit. 

Union

The Texas Democratic Party staff are proudly unionized. This position is represented by IBEW Local 220. GOTV Data Associates are eligible for union membership in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Essential Duties

• VAN Support Tickets: Monitor, manage, and respond to VAN support tickets and user requests in a timely and professional manner.
• VAN Troubleshooting: Troubleshoot VAN issues and provide technical assistance to campaign and organizing staff.
• VAN Data Tasks: Complete data entry, reporting, and other assigned tasks within VAN accurately and efficiently.
• Other data/tech duties: Support geographies/districts, including VAN administration, creating phone banks, managing texting programs, and more
• Data Team Collaboration: Work closely with the TDP Data Team to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve data and technology issues.
• GOTV Data Projects: Complete projects and tasks assigned by the GOTV Data & Analytics Director.
• SQL & Data Queries: Write, modify, and troubleshoot SQL queries as assigned.
• Reporting & Dashboards: Create, update, and maintain reports and dashboards using Google Data Studio (formerly Looker).
• Google Sheets: Use Google Sheets and other data tools to support GOTV reporting and analysis.
• Documentation: Document recurring issues, processes, and solutions to help improve data team support.
• User Support: Communicate clearly with users and data team members, including translating technical issues into practical solutions.
• Task Management: Manage multiple assignments and priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced campaign environment.
• Additional Support: Perform other duties and projects as assigned in support of Texas Together’s GOTV program.

Qualifications

Need to haves:

• No formal educational requirement. Equivalent experience, skills, and demonstrated ability are valued.
• Commitment to the Texas Democrats mission and the organization’s values, goals, and objectives.
• Familiarity with campaign operations and the pace and demands of a political campaign.
• Strong task and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, tasks, and competing priorities at the same time.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment where priorities and deadlines may change quickly.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and provide responsive, helpful support to people with varying levels of technical experience.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively as part of a team.
• Experience working or volunteering on electoral, union, or community organizing campaigns is a plus.

Nice to haves:

• Experience writing or troubleshooting SQL queries is a plus.
• Experience using Google Sheets, including formulas and data manipulation.
• Experience using Google Data Studio (formerly Looker) or similar reporting and dashboard tools.
• Experience working with VAN or NGP VAN or EveryAction.
• Experience using FreshDesk, Airtable, and/or Asana is a plus.
• Two or more cycles of campaign experience.
• Experience providing technical or data support to campaign, organizing, or advocacy staff.
• Familiarity with voter file data, campaign reporting, or GOTV operations.

Required Tools

• A reliable laptop
• A reliable cell phone 

Time Commitment

This position will begin the week of ASAP and end November 15, 2026. This is an intensive, time-limited role at a pivotal moment for Texas Democrats. 

Equal Opportunity & Commitment to Diversity

The Texas Democratic Party is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis. Women and members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

To apply, please complete this application and submit a current resume and brief cover letter written in your own words -- anywhere between 200 and 400 words is perfect. We prefer to read human-generated content and encourage applicants to forgo generative AI in favor of less polished cover letters. This isn’t a spelling test!