Data Science & Analytics Manager

WHO WE ARE: ActBlue is a nonprofit that creates technology and infrastructure for Democratic campaigns, progressive-aligned initiatives, and individuals striving to make an impact, with the goal of promoting lasting change powered by the people. If you've ever donated online to a Democrat or progressive organization, it's likely you've used our efficient online fundraising platform. We give power to small-dollar donors and assist thousands of groups - ranging from presidential candidates to environmental organizations - in building grassroots movements. We imagine a democracy where all those seeking to create progressive changes powered by the people can effectively deploy their resources, energy, and creativity to shape our country and its future. Each of us, from political activists to tech innovators to customer service professionals, is fully committed to our mission. THE OPPORTUNITY: The Data Science & Analytics team is a new, cross-functional group within the ActBlue Technical Services (ATS) Data Department. The Data Science & Analytics Manager who will report to the Director of Engineering, Data, will mainly be responsible for developing, maintaining, and supporting the analytics and data science solutions that aid better decision-making at ActBlue. They will also work with leaders to structure reports, manage Data team members, and collaborate with other departments to ensure data standards are up-to-date and accurate. This role will also serve as a leader within the Data Department and manage the Data Science & Analytics subteam. They will work with the Data Engineering and Data Infrastructure managers to equip teams with the necessary information to monitor and reach their goals. They will develop processes and services that promote user self-sufficiency, so they have the data they need to make informed decisions. WHAT YOU WILL DO: As a leader in the Data Department, you will offer strategic thought partnership to the Director in refining departmental strategies and objectives. You will manage and supervise the work of the Data Science & Analytics sub-team. You will collect and prioritize needs from stakeholders, manage the delivery of knowledge products efficiently and with a high quality standard, and maintain knowledge products in production, ensuring they continue to fulfill user needs. You will lead and coach ongoing process enhancements in the Data Science & Analytics team. You will mentor and support team members in achieving their career goals. You're expected to advance knowledge products through the analytics lifecycle from description to prescription, promote a psychologically safe environment within the team and across ActBlue, coordinate with ActBlue leadership to establish measurable objectives and consistent metrics, and work with ActBlue's leadership to highlight data insights and trends about prospective and current ActBlue users and tool usage. You'll work closely with other departments across the entire organization to collaboratively achieve ActBlue's internal and external goals, identify knowledge gaps and strategize ways to fulfill data needs that will further institutional knowledge and information sharing, and provide direction in project management and delegate large, complex projects as needed. WHAT YOU BRING: You should have at least five years of analytics and/or data science experience, a minimum of three years of staff management experience is preferred, and experience in collaborating and building relationships with teams across an organization. You should also have experience in executing large-scale project management and creating robust work plans, proficiency in SQL, Business Intelligence tools and/or Data Science tools, experience with data pipelines and data hygiene standards, familiarity with either R or Python, with a focus on data visualization and automation being a plus, the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, the ability to communicate technical concepts to a non-technical audience, experience working on an interdisciplinary team that encourages skill-sharing and professional development, and a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion in working with teammates and partners. LOCATION AND COMPENSATION: This is a full-time salaried position that can either be completely remote or based out of ActBlue's office located in Davis Square in Somerville, MA, a few blocks away from the MBTA Red Line. Travel may be required on a limited basis to attend all-staff and departmental retreats (1-2 times per year). Additional travel might be required for select positions. ATS currently supports remote work employees in Arizona, California, Connecticut, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington D.C., and Wisconsin. The salary range is $173,676 - $192,209 and offers will take into account factors such as candidate experience, interview performance, and team salary parity. BENEFITS: We offer flexible work schedules and an unlimited time-off policy, fully paid and trans-inclusive health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families, automatic 2% 401K contribution with up to a 6% match, three months paid parental leave for all new parents including adoptions; 4 weeks of fully paid flexible work schedule; an additional week of paid leave and flexible work schedule for every full year of employment at ActBlue, commuter or home-office benefits, including a $1,000 home-office setup allowance for all new full-time remote employees, and additional benefits including monthly snack deliveries and digital subscriptions to the Boston Globe & New York Times. ActBlue cannot sponsor work visas at this time. Certain employees who report to this position may be covered by a collective bargaining agreement. INCLUSION STATEMENT: ActBlue is deeply dedicated to the principle of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to retaining, developing, recruiting, and hiring a diverse staff community. We honor everyone's dignity, celebrate their unique attributes, and recognize the broad range of human differences, backgrounds, and intersectional identities that enrich the workspace and enable us to better accomplish our mission. Even if you do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply if you see your interests reflected in this job description and feel connected to our mission. ActBlue is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the interview and employment process, including using our online system to apply for a position. If you need to request an accommodation, please contact us at [email protected] to get started. ActBlue will never request candidates to purchase equipment or send emails from any address other than an actblue.com or actbluetech.com email address.