Deputy Finance Director

Overview

Minnesotans for Klobuchar is hiring a full‑time Deputy Finance Director who will play a key role in identifying, building out, and executing a wide range of fundraising events in Minnesota. This is a mid‑level position, with previous finance experience a must. You will be an ambassador for the campaign and help execute the campaign’s vision and finance outreach strategy through tailored event planning, strong communication with hosts and supporters, and on‑the‑ground execution and staffing.

The ideal candidate is creative, highly organized, people‑oriented, cares about politics as a means to improve people’s lives, and excited to join us in Minneapolis for a fast‑paced campaign built to win.

• Building fundraising events from start to finish, including identifying hosts; building outreach lists for call time, phone, and email outreach; creating invitations; and executing follow up
• Cultivating donor support to grow their investment in the campaign, raise from their networks, host events, etc.
• Staffing fundraising events and meetings, including preparing materials for Senator Klobuchar

• Working with finance team to meet fundraising goals, including supervising Finance Associates and interns
• Prepare call sheets, meeting summaries, and follow‑up materials.
• Draft detailed event memos and briefing materials for Senator Klobuchar, senior staff, surrogates and partners.
• Support the Finance Director with research, tracking stakeholder engagement, and maintaining contact lists and databases. Help identify unique opportunities for engagement that fits the brand of the campaign.
• Represent the campaign professionally at events and meetings.
• Perform other campaign‑related duties as assigned.

• Compensation for this position is highly competitive and commensurate with experience. Employees are paid on the 15th and last day of each month and receive a competitive benefits package including health care.

• To apply, please send a resume to  AND  Cover letter optional. Please list ‘Deputy Finance Director Application’ in the subject line. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis until filled.
• We are committed to making our hiring process accessible. If you need assistance or an accommodation to apply, please email  AND

• 3+ years of experience in fundraising, ideally with campaigns and showing increased responsibility cycle‑to‑cycle
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects and junior level staff at once.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills; comfortable engaging with a wide range of supporters and leaders across a range of backgrounds, including non‑political spaces and those outside your comfort zone.
• Self‑motivated and a team player interested in building a strong campaign culture as a mid‑level manager.
• Commitment to the mission and values of the campaign – to bring people together and improve the lives of Minnesotans.
• Ability to work non‑traditional hours (evenings and weekends) as required by campaign schedules.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Docs
• Access to reliable transportation (and a valid driver’s license)
• Based in Minnesota or willing to relocate for the duration of the campaign.

• Self‑starter with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Discreet, professional, and detail‑oriented.
• Outgoing and able to engage strangers and activate people to join a cause.
• Attentive to people’s needs, and wants to serve as a joyful ambassador for the team.
• Flexible and adaptable in a fast‑paced environment.
• Team player who takes direction well and is eager to learn.