Description
FuturePAC, the campaign arm for the Oregon House Democrats, is seeking a hard-working, energetic, and committed individual to help lead House Democrats and Democratic candidates to victory in the 2026 election cycle as a Deputy Finance Director. The Deputy Finance Director will work closely with the FuturePAC Finance Director as a key member of Oregon House Democrats’ fundraising team in the 2026 election cycle.
Job Responsibilities
This position works closely with the FuturePAC Deputy Director to execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy and work with our candidates and their staff to help them be successful with their campaign fundraising. Responsibilities include:
Fundraising Planning and Execution
Work directly with candidates and their campaign staff on developing their fundraising plans and internal systems.
Work with campaigns to meet/exceed their fundraising goals and advise campaigns on fundraising best practices.
Work with incumbent legislators and candidates to plan and host fundraising events.
Help coordinate and execute FuturePAC’s fundraising efforts, including writing fundraising emails, planning and staffing FuturePAC fundraising events, and tracking results.
Donor Research
Prepare research on prospective donors and fundraising activity.
Assist with day-to-day management of FuturePAC’s donor database and administrative needs.
Candidate Call Time
Work with campaign managers and candidates on effective call time strategies to motivate them to meet fundraising goals.
Prepare for and staff call time with members of House Leadership.
Develop call lists for members and candidates; assist with tracking their results.
Compensation Information
Salary is $5,000-$6,500/month, depending on experience.
Health, dental, and vision insurance fully covered
Retirement security through Oregon Saves.
Mileage reimbursement for qualifying travel.
Cycle role runs through November, with one month of severance.
TO APPLY
Interested candidates may apply by sending a resume and cover letter to Brennan Schartz at [email protected], with the subject line "Deputy Finance Director." The cover letter should include why the applicant is interested in working at FuturePAC and why they are an excellent fit for the role.
For questions, please email the address listed above. This position will be open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, but applications submitted before June 30th will be prioritized. The start date is flexible, but we are looking to get someone started ASAP.
We know there are great candidates who won’t fit everything we’ve described above, or who have important skills we haven’t thought of. If that’s you, don’t hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself. We are dedicated to constantly improving our organization, in part by making sure our staff reflects the communities most impacted by our work. We are committed to building an inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds and ages. Women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Future PAC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, disability or any other classification considered discriminatory under applicable law.
Requirements
Qualifications
Candidates for this position must have a high degree of attention to detail, the ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure, a strong work ethic, and excellent judgment. Additionally, successful candidates must have the following:
Ability to coordinate and execute a robust fundraising plan and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to work with a team and deliver thoughtful recommendations on fundraising strategies.
Familiarity with call time programs and event-based fundraising.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong understanding of Excel/Google Sheets and how to use these tools to organize fundraising data.
Knowledge of NGP-VAN, ORESTAR, and campaign finance in Oregon is a plus.
Reliable transportation and a computer.