2016 MDLCC Candidate Services/ Deputy Finance Director
Position Description
The Montana Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee (MDLCC), the wing of the Montana Democratic Party that works to elect Democrats to the Montana State Legislature, would like to announce an opening for the position of MDLCC Candidate Services/ Deputy Finance Director. This demanding, full-time position will work closely with the MDLCC Director, core staff, State Party, Caucus, legislative candidates, and our allies to deliver candidate services and raise money for the program. Please submit a resume, cover letter, and three references to Lauren Caldwell, MDLCC Director, at lauren@montanademocrats.org
POSITION TITLE: MDLCC Candidate Services/ Deputy Finance Director
REPORTING TO: MDLCC Director
LOCATION: Ideally Missoula, but flexible (frequent travel to Helena and around the state is required)
DATES: The position starts in December or January of 2016 and ends on Wednesday, November 30, 2016
The MDLCC Candidate Services/ Deputy Finance Director duties include:
· Keeping all 2016 candidate materials up to date, including candidate contact information
· Organizing and executing the MDLCC Walk Card, BRE, and Mail Card Programs
· Working with the MDLCC Director to execute the MDLCC Finance Plan:
o Coordinating and executing MDLCC's small-donor program – including written appeals, email appeals, and local events
o Coordinating the MDLCC Caucus Cruise, MDLCC's major annual fundraising event
o Assisting the MDLCC director in the major donor prospecting program, donation tracking, and written thank-you cards
· Assisting with planning and executing the MDLCC Candidate and Campaign Manager Bootcamps
· Recruiting and supervising MDLCC Fellows and Interns to help with workload
· Keeping all MDLCC files (including how-to memo's) updated and on the server
· Assisting with candidate recruitment for the 2016 election
· Supporting individual candidates in their field and fundraising efforts throughout the cycle – including getting their campaign started, goal setting, writing letters, call time, and knocking doors
· Assisting the MDLCC Director and Field/Deputy Director with various other tasks as assigned
Qualifications for applicants seeking to be Candidate Services/ Deputy Finance Director:
· Passion for legislative elections;
· Ability to work independently, with a direct supervisor who is often in other areas of the state;
· Highly organized with keen attention to detail, creativity, and initiative;
· Willingness to work long and irregular hours needed to meet campaign demands;
· Ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously, take direction, and work well and creatively under tight deadlines, in a team environment;
· Strong written and verbal communication skills;
· Reliable transportation;
· Knowledge of and experience with the Montana political landscape;
· Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience;
· A background in fundraising and legislative campaign management is highly preferred;
· Knowledge of NGP VAN and NGP software preferred;
· Absolute commitment to MDLCC through the 2016 election.
Salary & Benefit Package:
· $2,500 per month.
· Employer paid health insurance.
· Reimbursement for travel expenses.
· Cell phone reimbursement of $100 per month.
Applications due by 5:00 PM on Monday, December 7th 2015.
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