About this opportunity
Ohio Democratic Party lists this Finance Director opportunity in columbus, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
State Parties are responsible for building the infrastructure necessary for successful candidate campaigns up and down the ballot. Over the last few years, Ohio Democrats built a year-round organizing model driven by local community activists and volunteers. Ohio Dems are testing new technology and programs to build a modern, data-driven, and nimble force to elect Democrats statewide now and in the future. In 2026, every statewide office will be on the ballot – including the governor’s race and a special election to elect a U.S. Senator in the seat currently occupied by appointed Senator Jon Husted. With 3 DCCC Frontline Races to protect and 3 additional seats targeted by the DCCC, the path to a Democratic majority in the U.S. House and Senate will once again run through Ohio in 2026.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Ohio Democrats seek a talented, passionate professional to serve as Finance Director for the 2026 cycle. We are seeking an experienced fundraiser who will help serve as a strategic asset to ODP’s operation. The Finance Director will work closely with the Executive Director and the Chair to ensure that the state party’s finance operations are successful and sustainable.
ROLE OVERVIEW
Direct and manage all aspects of the ODP’s fundraising program, including: overseeing fundraising for all 9 ODP accounts; maintaining and executing a finance plan for the 2026 cycle; maintaining and regularly updating a projections spreadsheet to inform budget and cash flow.
Facilitate successful fundraising coordination with state and federal campaign partners.
Oversee in-state and national fundraising operations, including, but not limited to, events, donor outreach and meetings, donor prospecting, labor and progressive organization relationships, and donor cultivation.
Oversee Finance Department operations and manage finance staff, as well as the digital firm.
Staff meetings and events with the Chair and Executive Director. Travel in-state and out-of-state as needed.
Other duties as assigned.
CORE COMPETENCIES
2+ Cycles campaign finance experience
Proficiency in Google Docs, Sheets, ActBlue, and NGP. Experience with a call time CRM/dialer (such as Pingdex, CallTime.AI, or Numero) is a plus
Understanding of state party fundraising, or fundraising for another entity with multiple accounts/fundraising vehicles, is a plus
Digital experience, including building and sending emails to external (10K+ contacts) lists, experience with running fundraising texting or ads program, also a plus
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to work independently and in team settings
Must have strong written and communication skills
People management skills/experience are a plus
Driver’s license and reliable access to a car
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Passionate and thoughtful about what and how they do work and whom they work with
Resilient, resourceful, and adaptive to priority shifts and change (big and small)
Kind but willing to apply soft elbows when needed
Realistic but positive in outlook, not ego- or turf-driven, able to focus on opportunities when faced with challenges
Collaborative by nature
Fully invested in the success of Ohio Democrats
The salary range will be $7,500 – $9,000 per month and full benefits, including PTO, health, dental, and voluntary vision insurance. The hourly expectation will fluctuate depending on the campaign cycle, but will be a minimum of 40 hours per week. Housing will not be provided. Applicants must live in or be willing to relocate to Columbus, Ohio.
Ohio Democrats recognize our success requires a diverse mix of talented people. We are focused on building a staff that is diverse in race, gender and gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, and all the other fascinating characteristics that make us different. Candidates of color, women, LGBTQI, and more are encouraged to apply.
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Worksite address
columbus, OH, 43224, US
Who can apply
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