Data Acquisition Specialist

Civitech

Data Acquisition Specialist at Civitech leading research on civic data extraction and database development. Focused on improving civic participation through data collection and project management.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeRemote • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

File hundreds of public records requests to obtain publicly available data
Work closely with technical staff to build and apply web scrapers
Use internal data platforms, SQL and Google Sheets to extract, clean, explore and upload data
Drive fast-paced, complex research projects through thoughtful planning, organization and delegation
Troubleshoot data issues, resolve flags, and share learnings to enhance data quality and the end user experience
Lead a research project focused on the collection of data from public information requests
Delegate tasks, monitor progress, and find creative solutions to meet tight deadlines
Independently develop project checkpoints, milestones, and dashboards for assessing and communicating progress to the broader team
Scope out new research projects and communicate requirements around timeline, scope and staffing

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience using web scrapers to collect data from both static and dynamic sources
Experience filing public records requests
3-7 years of professional experience in data acquisition and project management
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with SQL
Strong attention to detail and excellent time management skills
Experience maintaining complex datasets
Committed to leveraging technology and data products to increase civic participation
Additional Qualifications (desired but not required)
Experience working with political data
Experience partnering with software engineers and technical staff to build simple tools

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Vision, & Dental Insurance
401(k) plan
Employee Stock Options
Employer-paid Life Insurance
Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
Flexible Time Off & Paid Company Holidays
Flexible Spending Account
Parental Leave
Flexible Schedules
Professional Development Stipend
Monthly Office Upkeep Stipend

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Hard Skills & Tools

web scrapingSQLdata cleaningdata explorationdata uploadingdata acquisitionproject managementdataset maintenancedata quality enhancementdashboard development

Soft Skills

communicationorganizationdelegationproblem-solvingattention to detailtime managementplanningcreativityindependencecollaboration