Catalist · 2 months ago
Data Operations Engineer
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$56K/yr - $63K/yr
1+ years expCatalist is a leader in civic data and data science innovation, dedicated to supporting progressive organizations. The Data Operations Engineer will provide data sets and solutions for clients, conduct research into election administration, and ensure the secure handling of data while collaborating with various teams.
Cloud ComputingGovernmentBig DataDatabaseData CenterPolitics
Responsibilities
Research, collect, and work with data from various sources, such as voter file, absentee/early vote, geographic, and aggregate level data in a timely and efficient manner
Fulfill various administrative tasks such as preparing required forms, letters, and check requests, as well as working with Catalist’s legal counsel to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
Build and foster relationships with points of contact at various data sources to stay informed about data changes as well as monitor information on elections and regulations
Track ongoing and future internal operations, including but not limited to, acquisition calendars, budgeting documents, and data element listings
Execute and help develop the process that sees all data acquired by Catalist is both handled and stored in a secure manner, in keeping with best practices
Respond to all correspondence in alignment with company values and objectives while handling confidential information with the utmost maturity, discretion, and diplomacy
Utilize programming languages as well as other internal resources to process data sets as well as answer questions internally and externally about data and data processing
Plan, manage, and execute special projects as directed by the Director of Data Acquisition
Qualification
Required
One to two years of some previous administrative work
Background check required
Preferred
Experience with political campaigns or progressive organizations
Excellent organizational and time management skills, including ability to multitask
Effective problem solving and troubleshooting abilities in a fast-paced environment
Able to focus on details and make productive suggestions on ways to improve processes
Willingness to be creative and personable, work with internal teams, and articulate ideas clearly in both written and oral communication
Capacity to become an internal subject matter expert on various datasets and support other Catalist departments/teams on usage of those datasets
Ability and willingness to learn new skills quickly
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug
Group Term Life Insurance and Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Coverage
401(k) Safe Harbor Plan
Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Transit Benefits
Professional Development and Remote Work Expenses
Student Loan PayDown or SaveUp
Vacation, Personal Leave, Sick Leave Benefits
Hybrid Office/Remote Work
Company
Catalist
Catalist is a provider of voter file data and data-related services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Laura Quinn
President and founder
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