The Oklahoma Democratic Party works to elect Democrats who uphold progressive values to create a better future for all Oklahoma residents. We lead grassroots efforts in every community across the state to connect with voters – making sure they bring their voices to the ballot box. We lead innovative, progressive initiatives that focus on inclusivity among all Oklahomans. See below for open positions.
ODP Job Openings
Jobs & Internships
- Data/Voter File Manager
- Finance Internship
- Mass Communications Internship
- Political Science Internship
Data/Voter File Manager
The Oklahoma Democratic Party, the state-wide organization responsible for mobilizing
Democrats is looking for a Data/Voter File Manager in Oklahoma City.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES DESIRED
A complete resume is necessary for consideration. Please send resumes to scott@okdemocrats.org
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work closely with ODP staff and stakeholders to develop a comprehensive statewide data training program and analyze programs across departments to maximize efficiency and efficacy.
- Manage the Data and IT needs of the ODP and assist as needed to address any problems.
- Serve as primary administrator for Votebuilder (VAN) and handle all administrative functions.
- Monitor, evaluate and implement VAN policy, in consultation with the Executive Director.
- Complete regular internal system audits and prepare for upgrades.
- Manage training of new users, and grow the VAN skill set across the organization.
- Additional duties as determined by Executive Director, including but not limited to travel to Democratic meetings on behalf of the party, working with the Democratic Caucuses of the Oklahoma State Legislature, serving as liaison to the DNC and its partners, assisting with communications, outreach, and other departments as needed.
- Assist the ODP with DNC Delegate Selection Plan.
- Assist the State Secretary with creating and maintaining digital archives.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES DESIRED
- Must have a tremendous commitment to providing superb customer service.
- Two cycles working Data or Field, or equivalent experience preferred.
- Strong Experience with Excel or other data tools.
- Experience with administrative tools in VAN, plus build custom reports, crosstabs, fields, processes and work flows, custom scores, and other content of intermediate complexity.
- Experience with a ticketing system to track user support requests.
- Preference for some experience with SQL and BigQuery/Phoenix in particular.
- Experience with statistical analysis, GIS, or data visualization are a strong plus.
- Excellent project management skills and a positive attitude.
- Experience training people from diverse backgrounds and at various skill levels.
- Ability to communicate technical subjects to a wide audience in a clear, succinct manner.
- Creative and analytical thinking with strong problem-solving skills.
A complete resume is necessary for consideration. Please send resumes to scott@okdemocrats.org
Finance Internship
The Oklahoma Democratic Party, the state-wide organization responsible for mobilizing Democrats, is looking for an intern interested in learning all aspects of the finance, budgeting and campaign compliance in the political field. The intern who fills this position should expect to learn the field from top to bottom and will complete this program ready to enter any political organization with excellent skills.Interns have the opportunity to be involved in various parts of the campaign, not limited to field, finance, press, or social media work. The Oklahoma Democratic Party is looking for a minimum commitment of between five (5) and sixteen hours for ten to twelve weeks. We will work with your school to provide academic credit if applicable.
Responsibilities
- Draft budgets for
- Ensure campaign finance ethics
- Attend political, non-profit, advocacy, or labor union community organizing meetings and take
- Make cold calls for donations on behalf of client
- Staff party leaders during fundraising call
- Staff client
- Complete research assignments as
- Draft one-pagers on prospective
- Assist with ad-hoc administrative duties as
- Compile contact lists
- Greet guests and clients
Requirements
- Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Finance or Political Science major
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
Benefits
- Practical political science/political campaign experience working directly with candidates within the party
- Shadowing, mentoring, and training opportunities with skilled political professionals
- Opportunity to participate in campaign field events and party meetings
- Flexible schedule for students
Please send resume to alicia@okdemocrats.org
Mass Communications Internship
The Oklahoma Democratic Party, the state-wide organization responsible for mobilizing
Democrats, is looking for an intern interested in learning all aspects of the communications and
media in the political field. The intern who fills this position should expect to learn the field from
top to bottom and will complete this program ready to enter any political organization with
excellent skills.
Interns have the opportunity to be involved in various parts of the campaign, not limited to field, finance, press, or social media work. The Oklahoma Democratic Party is looking for a minimum commitment of between five (5) and sixteen hours a week for ten to twelve weeks. We will work with your school to provide academic credit if applicable.
It's essential that applicants to this position have strong communication skills, demonstrate creativity, and understand the importance of attending to even the smallest details.
Responsibilities
Interns have the opportunity to be involved in various parts of the campaign, not limited to field, finance, press, or social media work. The Oklahoma Democratic Party is looking for a minimum commitment of between five (5) and sixteen hours a week for ten to twelve weeks. We will work with your school to provide academic credit if applicable.
It's essential that applicants to this position have strong communication skills, demonstrate creativity, and understand the importance of attending to even the smallest details.
Responsibilities
- Monitor all forms of media
- Schedule and coordinate speaking engagements, appearances, photo shoots, and other special events
- Write press releases and other materials
- Screen phone calls
- Create social media and print mail graphics
- Assist with mailings and print production
- Create interview preparation materials
- Compile contact lists
- Search for press clippings
- Create or update databases
- Greet guests and clients
- Public Relations, Communications, Marketing or Journalism major
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Solid understanding of social media
- Writing skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
- Practical media relations experience working directly with voices of the party
- Shadowing, mentoring, and training opportunities with skilled political professionals
- Opportunity to participate in networking events and party meetings
- Flexible schedule for student
Political Science Internship
The Oklahoma Democratic Party, the state-wide organization responsible for mobilizing Democrats, is looking for an intern interested in learning all aspects of the communications and media in the political field. The intern who fills this position should expect to learn the field from top to bottom and will complete this program ready to enter any political organization with excellent skills.Interns have the opportunity to be involved in various parts of the campaign, not limited to field, finance, press, or social media work. The Oklahoma Democratic Party is looking for a commitment of between five (5) and sixteen hours a week for ten to twelve weeks. We will work with your school to provide academic credit if applicable.
Responsibilities
- Draft solicitations for
- Facilitate mail
- Attend political, non-profit, advocacy, or labor union community organizing meetings and take
- Make cold calls for donations on behalf of client
- Staff party leaders during fundraising call
- Staff client
- Complete research assignments as
- Draft one-pagers on prospective
- Create social media posts and videos for
- Volunteer recruitment and retention
- Assist with ad-hoc administrative duties as
- Compile contact lists
- Greet guests and clients
Requirements
- Public Relations, Communications, Marketing or Political major
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
Benefits
- Practical political science/political campaign experience working directly with candidates within the party
- Shadowing, mentoring, and training opportunities with skilled political professionals
- Opportunity to participate in campaign field events and party meetings
- Flexible schedule for students
Please send resume to alicia@okdemocrats.org
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