Director, Data

About BlueLabs

BlueLabs is a leading provider of analytics services and technology dedicated to helping our partners do the most good with their data. Our team of analysts, scientists, engineers, and strategists hail from diverse backgrounds yet share a passion for using data to solve the world’s greatest social and analytical challenges. Since our inception we’ve worked with more than 400 organizations ranging from advocacy groups, unions, political campaigns, and international groups. In addition, we service an ever-expanding portfolio of commercial clients in the automotive, travel, CPG, entertainment, healthcare, media, and telecom industries. Along the way, we’ve developed some of the most innovative tools available in analytics, media optimization, reporting, and influencer outreach.

About the role:

The Director, Data will act as our in-house technical expert, supporting both internal teams and clients, across numerous programs and projects. They will provide guidance on data acquisition, pipelines, and integration while maintaining a mastery of our internal voter and consumer datasets. This role will be responsible for piloting and testing new analytics solutions, strengthening existing processes, and enhancing the analytics services we deliver. The Director, Data will work closely with cross-functional teams and leadership, offering strategic guidance throughout projects to ensure data and insights are accurate, actionable, and aligned with client and project requirements and needs. This role will report to the VP of Insights. 

In this position you will:

• Oversee data acquisition, pipeline development, integration, and maintenance processes and procedures, ensuring efficient, accurate, scalable, and high-quality data operations.
• Lead the strategy and execution of data integration projects, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and actionable insights for internal and client-facing initiatives.
• Regularly coordinate with the Vice Presidents of Data Science and Insights to create and maintain data products that meet and expand on the data science and analytics needs across teams. 
• Ensure the quality, accuracy, and fidelity of data products across BlueLabs and serve as the subject matter expert on our data products. 
• Support the development and iteration of our influencer data products.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including analysts, data scientists, and client-facing teams, to provide strategic guidance and ensure data aligns with project goals and client needs.
• Pilot and test new analytics and identity resolution solutions to expand and improve the organization’s capabilities.
• Provide strategic guidance to improve analytics on client engagements, including base file creation, source-of-truth investigations, data usage and best practices, and code template development.
• Strengthen and optimize existing analytics processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on data acquisition and pipeline development best practices, exercising judgment and discretion in the design and implementation of data solutions and analytics processes.
• Establish and maintain best practices for data management, quality control, and documentation.
• Mentor and develop team members, providing leadership and guidance to ensure excellence in data operations across the organization.
• Partner with other senior leadership to identify opportunities to improve data acquisition and pipeline development, ensuring new processes, methodologies, tools, and technologies align with company goals and standards.
• Other tasks and responsibilities as directed and assigned. 

What we are seeking:

• 8+ years of experience in data management, analytics, or related technical fields, including in-depth knowledge and expertise on voter file data. 
• Expertise in data acquisition, ETL pipelines, integration, and data governance best practices.
• Experience in one of BlueLabs’ core fields, such as media analytics, data-driven marketing, politics, or market analysis, with familiarity with relevant terminology.
• Demonstrated success in piloting, testing, and deploying innovative data and analytics solutions.
• Strong technical skills in SQL and other scripting languages; familiarity with database administration (DBA) and data structures is a plus.
• Experience with a wide array of commercial datasets and providers. 
• Proven ability to lead high-impact projects independently and with discretion while providing strategic guidance to cross-functional teams.
• Excellent technical communication skills and strong attention to detail, with the ability to translate technical concepts for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong ability to synthesize complex information and prioritize key deadlines and tasks effectively.

What We Offer:

BlueLabs offers a friendly work environment and competitive compensation and benefits package including:

• Salary: 140,000-160,000
• Premier health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401K matching
• Unlimited paid time off
• Paid personal and volunteer leave
• 13 paid holidays
• 15 weeks paid parental leave
• Professional development stipend & tuition reimbursement
• Macbook Pro laptop & tech accessories
• Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) stipend for mobile device
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Supportive & collaborative culture 
• Flexible working hours
• Remote friendly (within the U.S.)
• Pre-tax transportation options for commuting to our office in Washington, DC
• Lunches and snacks
• And more!

At BlueLabs, we celebrate, support and thrive on differences. Not only do they benefit our services, products, and community, but most importantly, they are to the benefit of our team. Qualified people of all races, ethnicities, ages, sex, genders, sexual orientations, national origins, gender identities, marital status, religions, veterans statuses, disabilities and any other protected classes are strongly encouraged to apply.  BlueLabs endeavors to make reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If an applicant believes they require such assistance to complete the application or to participate in an interview, or has any questions or concerns, they should contact the Senior Director, People Operations. BlueLabs participates in E-verify. EEO is the Law.

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