Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee

The DLCC’s sole mission is to win Democratic majorities and build Democratic power in state legislatures. To grow governing power, we battle to win and hold majorities, build their capacity to be self-sustaining, and expand the map cycle over cycle to shape the future of this country. As the official party committee dedicated to state legislatures, we also represent and elevate our ballot level on the national stage to bring more attention and resources to this ballot level.

Over the last decade, a reimagined and reinvigorated Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee has reversed electoral trends and shifted the competitive state legislative map in this new decade. While fighting from behind due to Republicans’ massive war chest, rigged maps, and focus among Democrats and progressives on the federal level, the DLCC has won back a dozen majorities in the states  – including a historic midterm election cycle in 2022 when Democrats flipped four chambers red to blue, and the President’s party did not lose a single chamber for the first time in modern history. 

The DLCC is an all-of-the-above committee that operates year-round, providing funds for the full scope of campaign work and running significant independent advertising to win races. The data, targeting, organizing, digital, communications and fundraising support, and strategic expertise we provide to states is invaluable. Winning state legislatures doesn’t happen in a single election — they are multi-cycle plays, and the DLCC’s work with our caucuses to lay the groundwork for future Democratic wins. And when the DLCC secures new majorities, Democrats move quickly on an agenda that protects fundamental freedoms and builds an economy for all. 

The DLCC has momentum in our strategy for the decade, and we cannot let up. Extreme MAGA Republicans are showing no signs of slowing down their anti-democratic crusade and there’s a long fight ahead of us that will require more investment, attention, and resources for state legislative races. Every victory at our level of the ballot is a win for the future of the Democratic Party, and this year, we’re capitalizing on our progress so far to defend our ground and keep expanding the map for Democratic power. 

Alongside our mission, we also value our team. We are explicit about our culture and values and how they impact our work and collaboration with others. The DLCC staff, along with our Board of Directors, are committed to holding ourselves to a standard of respect, inclusion, growth, and performance that meets the political and organizational requirements of the future we want to build.

Partnership Manager 

The Partnership Manager works within the Development Department, managing a broad portfolio of prospective and current corporate and partner donors, who engage in the DLCC’s annual membership program and through various sponsorship opportunities. This role will serve as the primary point of contact for partner donors and assist in executing an aggressive event and call time strategy. The Partnership Manager plays an active role in corporate, association, and partner group fundraising for the DLCC, raising money through annual memberships, sponsorships, and events. The Partnership Manager is expected to be innovative, creative, risk-tolerant, and results-focused.

The Partnership Manager reports to the Deputy Vice President of Development, Donor Stewardship. The DLCC is a hybrid organization located in Washington, DC. This position is eligible for permanent remote work or flexible work arrangements. This role requires travel and work outside of standard business hours. This position is part of a collective bargaining unit.

The Partnership Manager is expected to model the values of DLCC:

• CREDIBILITY: We are respected and trusted in words and actions.
• INCLUSIVE: The DLCC values the unique experience and perspective of all who work here. We strive to make all contributors feel welcomed, valued, and respected. We focus on outcomes, recognizing different people approach opportunities and challenges differently.
• INITIATIVE: We exhibit high levels of creativity in our work and need all team members to proactively contribute ideas to move our work forward.
• RESULTS DRIVEN: Our team undertakes projects professionally and executes them fully and to completion.
• RISK: We identify opportunities to employ new ideas and tactics and execute these ideas when we believe the potential reward outweighs the risk. We evaluate, learn, and improve our strategy when the risks pay off and when they do not.
• TEAMWORK: We work collaboratively, additively, and in sync with our colleagues. Our individual work considers the needs, capacity, and expertise of those we work alongside.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a diverse portfolio of current and prospective annual corporate and partner donors, prioritizing retention and increased giving. 
• Develop and manage an aggressive in-state fundraising event plan.
• • Coordinate across teams and with external stakeholders to ensure the successful execution of all annual membership, fundraising, and donor maintenance events. 
  • Work closely with the Events vertical to manage event logistics and coordinate communication with the Political Department to facilitate the recruitment of legislators.
• Collaborate with the DLCC’s political team to identify and cultivate regional and state-specific prospects. 
• Manage an aggressive call time strategy with the DLCC Board of Directors and other legislative leaders.
• Build and maintain relationships with donors, external partners, the DLCC Board of Directors, and other legislative leaders to ensure their continued engagement in the DLCC’s programming. 
• Maintain a communication plan to continuously engage with the DLCC’s corporate and partner donors via emails, calls, and meetings.  
• Develop and implement an effective strategy for prospecting, incorporating various research efforts to attract new donors through membership and sponsorship opportunities. 
• Produce collateral, including prep and call time materials for DLCC Executive Staff and other principals as applicable, and promptly complete necessary follow-up. 
• Responsible for tracking and reporting current and prospective donor engagement metrics. 

• Other duties as assigned.

Outcomes

• DLCC exceeds corporate and allied partner group fundraising goals, with a focus on driving future growth in these verticals through additional engagement opportunities. 
• DLCC maintains a net gain of annual Finance Council member organizations each year and grows our sponsorship-based income through additional events. 
• The DLCC sees growth in the variety of types of organizations that contribute annually. 
• Annual DLCC donors increase their support each year and cycle, and the DLCC’s programming provides continued value to its donors.
• Tactics and strategies are routinely and proactively adjusted to address opportunities and the changing landscape, ensuring continued strong stakeholder engagement. 

Qualifications

• 3-4 cycles (or 5-6 years) of fundraising experience with corporate and partner donors for either a non-profit organization, political organization, PAC, or campaign. 
• Experience in planning, staffing, and recruiting for in-person and virtual events.
• Proven track record of staffing principals and engaging with high-level donors. 
• Expertise in NGP, other CRM programs, and proficiency in computer skills, including Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. 
• Entrepreneurial, adaptable, and both innovative and risk-taking approach to program development and strategic planning;
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks
• accordingly.
• Results-focused and a passion for the mission of DLCC.

Physical Requirements

The DLCC is committed to supporting employees of varying abilities and to providing reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to thrive at the DLCC.

The requirements of this role, related to its physical demands, described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

All DLCC employees must be able to operate a computer and use a cell phone. For roles at the DLCC that include frequent business travel expectations, we can discuss reasonable alternatives to travel in some instances. Most roles also require communicating with key external stakeholders of the organization in person, via the telephone, or email. Applicants with questions about accommodations may request to speak with our ADA liaison, Kennissa Brown.

Essential functions of the role include:

• Working from a computer for long periods of time. 
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to communicate with stakeholders by telephone, email, and in person. 
• This position requires the employee to periodically travel across the country to attend meetings and conferences off-site.
• This role may require work outside of normal business hours. 

How to Apply

The salary for the Partnership Manager is $72,080-$80,000, on an annualized basis, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The DLCC offers a generous benefits package, including:

• More than 25 days of paid time off, including for Federal holidays, time off around Federal holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year, vacation, sick, and personal days.
• Fully paid health/vision/dental insurance for the employee + spouse/partner + dependents.
• Up to 6% retirement employer contribution.
• Monthly use-it-or-lose-it $100 transit benefit for employees located in the DC region.
• Employer contribution of $500 to employee’s Flexible Spending Account, and opportunity to withhold pre-tax income for Dependent Care Account.
• Up to $5,000 employer-paid Health Reimbursement Account for IVF-related costs or Adoption Assistance, and up to $2,500 for employer-paid Health Reimbursement Account for out-of-pocket dental and orthodontic expenses. 
• Monthly $100 student loan payment benefit.
• Monthly $100 mobile phone reimbursement.
• and more. 

To apply for this position, please complete an electronic application via www.dlcc.org/careers by Tuesday, December 16, 2025. The DLCC may review applications after this deadline in limited circumstances, however this is not a guarantee that your application will be considered if it is not submitted by Tuesday, December 16, 2025. Only complete applications through the application portal will be accepted. You must also include a resume, cover letter, and three professional references to be considered for this position. 

When an applicant with a disability needs an accommodation to have an equal opportunity to compete for this position, they may request it in writing by emailing jobs(at)dlcc.org. No calls please. Applicants will be screened on a rolling basis.  

The DLCC is committed to an inclusive and equitable environment and diversity among its staff and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to engaging, retaining, and supporting a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. The DLCC is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, personal appearance, marital status, family responsibilities, genetic information, or any other legally protected basis. The DLCC will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.