Finance Director

Job Description

Job Description

About the Arizona Democratic Party

The Arizona Democratic Party (ADP) is building a modern, year-round political operation to elect Democrats up and down the ballot and expand Democratic power across the state. As we prepare for the 2026 cycle and beyond, we are investing in strong fundraising infrastructure, deep partnerships, and an aggressive finance program that matches Arizona’s political opportunity.

Position/Role:

The Finance Director will lead and execute the Arizona Democratic Party’s fundraising program. This role is responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing all aspects of ADP’s finance operation — including major donor fundraising, events, digital fundraising collaboration, labor and progressive partner engagement, and donor development.

The Finance Director will manage finance staff, work closely with senior leadership and partners, and play a key role in supporting party-wide events such as State Committee meetings and major donor gatherings. This is a highly visible, relationship-driven role ideal for a seasoned fundraiser who thrives in a fast-paced political environment.

Salary range for this position is $90,000-$95,000 annually

Location: Phoenix, Arizona

Reports to: Executive Director

Type: Full-time, exempt

Hours: Office hours are from 9am to 6pm. This position’s schedule will vary based on the needs of the ADP and the point in the year and is likely to require evening and weekend work over the course of the election cycle.

Travel: Some Required (in-state and occasional out-of-state)

 

Core Responsibilities

Fundraising Strategy & Management

• Manage and mentor finance staff, including assigning, supervising, and directing their work.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive finance plan aligned with ADP’s electoral and organizational goals
• Oversee and manage ADP’s fundraising calendar, including:
  • Two annual flagship galas
  • Regional, in-district, and out-of-state fundraising events
  • Small and medium donor events
• Track progress toward fundraising goals and adjust strategy as needed

 

Donor Development & Major Gifts

• Cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors and prospective donors
• Conduct donor research and build targeted call and meeting lists
• Staff donor meetings for party leadership, elected officials, and candidates
• Proactively identify and pursue new donors and fundraising opportunities

Digital & Collaborative Fundraising

• Collaborate with fundraising staff and vendors on email, text, and online fundraising efforts
• Support integrated fundraising campaigns that connect digital and high-dollar strategies
• Assist with fundraising messaging, signers, and donor engagement strategy

Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement

• Work closely with labor unions, progressive organizations, and allied partners on fundraising efforts
• Coordinate with campaigns, Legislative Districts (LDs), and county parties to support fundraising initiatives
• Provide fundraising guidance, training, and support to local parties and candidates

Events & Party Support

• Support fundraising and donor engagement tied to major party events, including State Committee meetings
• Assist with planning and execution of special events involving party leadership and elected officials

Team & Operations

• Maintain accurate records of donor interactions and contributions
• Ensure compliance with all campaign finance laws and reporting requirements

• Coordinate with compliance, accounting, and operations vendors and teams