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Reports to: Chief Development Officer

Supervisory Responsibilities: Majority Council Managers, Major Gifts Manager, Major Gifts

Coordinator, Major Gifts Assistant
FLSA Status: Exempt

SUMMARY
EMILYs List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, is searching for a Major Gifts
Director to join our Development team. The Major Gifts Director works with the Chief
Development Officer to lead the team responsible for all major gifts fundraising, managing donor
programming and events and directly supervising mid-level fundraisers and support staff.
At EMILYs List, you’ll be part of a dynamic team committed to electing Democratic pro-choice
women up and down the ballot. Read on for more details about the job and about EMILYs List.
Essential Job Functions
● Manage the operational and programmatic work of the Major Gifts team, which is
responsible for engaging major individual donors and institutional partners.
● Directly supervise a team of five, including two mid-level fundraisers and three staff who
support core functions of the Major Gifts team, including call time, principal scheduling,
event support, donor materials, and database management.
● Work with mid-level fundraisers and Regional Finance Directors to project revenue,
budget for expenses, and implement annual fundraising plans.
● Work cross-functionally with senior leadership and staff at EMILYs List to fully support
the Major Gift team’s efforts and ensure the Major Gifts team is equipped with the
materials and information they need to successfully reach their goals.
● Ensure necessary information flows to and from the Major Gifts team and internal and
external stakeholders.
● Help develop and manage regional and Washington, DC events and high-touch donor
engagement activities.
● Collaborate with the Executive team on principal travel schedules.
● Interact closely with EMILYs President and Executive Director in outreach, cultivation
and stewardship of major donors across the country.
● Liaise with other staff in the Development and Digital departments to ensure
collaboration and cohesion across fundraising channels.
● Other duties as assigned.
● Travel is required as needed for events and meetings.
Qualifications
● The Major Gifts Director must have a minimum of six years of experience in fundraising
and direct major donor solicitation. Formal management experience is preferred.
● Candidates should be innovative self-starters, able to work with a wide variety of people,
demonstrate an ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects and produce results.
● Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Raiser’s Edge or fundraising/salestype
databases is a plus.
● Campaign and/or political experience is beneficial but not required.

● All candidates should possess commitment and passion to elect Democratic pro-choice
Women, as well as a commitment to the diversity of our candidates, membership,
partners, and staff.

The salary range for this position is $122,000 – $141,000 and comes with a comprehensive
benefits package. The starting pay for this position is equal to others at the same level
throughout the organization. To apply, visit our jobs site (Major Gifts Director posting) to upload
your resume, provide a cover letter, and fill out an application. If you are selected for an
interview, you will be contacted directly. No calls, please.
Our office is based in Washington, DC. This position is based in the DC office with a
hybrid schedule requiring at least 3 days per week in office.

ABOUT EMILYs LIST
EMILYs List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, works to elect Democratic
pro-choice women up and down the ballot and across the country with a goal of fighting for our
rights and our communities. Our work is centered around a fundamental vision: Run. Win.
Change the World. EMILYs List has raised $850 million in service to that vision and has helped
Democratic women win competitive elections by recruiting and training candidates, supporting
and helping build strong campaigns, researching the issues that impact women and families,
running one of the largest independent expenditure operations for Democrats, and turning out
women voters to the polls. Since our founding in 1985, we have helped elect the country’s first
woman as vice president, 175 women to the House, 26 to the Senate, 20 governors, and over
1,500 women to state and local office. More than 40% of the candidates EMILYs List has helped
elect to Congress have been women of color. Visit www.emilyslist.org for more information.
EMILYs List is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values a multicultural, diverse
working environment. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are welcomed and encouraged
to apply.

DISCLAIMER
EMILYs List prohibits discrimination of employment, promotion, compensation, terms,
conditions, or privileges of employment based on gender, disability, race, age, national origin,
color, creed, sexual orientation, sex (including marital and parental status), gender identity and
expression, religion, economic status, ethnic identity, veteran’s status, or any other basis
prohibited by applicable law.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being
performed by the person holding this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and
responsibilities. EMILYs List reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet
organizational needs as necessary.

Reports to: Major Gifts Director
Supervisory Responsibilities: Interns
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Union Position: Yes

SUMMARY
EMILYs List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, is searching for a Major Gifts
Assistant to join our Major Gifts team. The Major Gifts Assistant provides administrative
support to the Major Gifts team, including database and resource management, research and
document preparation, and event coordination.
At EMILYs List, you’ll be part of a dynamic team committed to electing Democratic pro-choice
women up and down the ballot. Read on for more details about the job and about EMILYs List.

Essential Job Functions
● Maintain development database in Raiser’s Edge and other team resources and shared
documents in both Google Drive and our internal server.
● Enter and update donor pledges and contributions in Raiser’s Edge.
● Complete data entry, reporting, and tracking related to fundraising, compliance, and
campaigns, ensuring information is organized, updated, and accurate.
● Process department invoices, including from fundraising consultants and outside
vendors.
● Prepare and mail acknowledgement letters in coordination with the Major Gifts Manager
and Executive Office.
● Conduct donor research, including identifying prospect and upgrade targets.
● Draft fundraising materials as needed.
● Provide logistical and administrative support for fundraising events, including tracking
RSVP’s, handling donor information, and staffing in-person events.
● Assist with scheduling and note taking for meetings and events.
● Work with the Major Gifts Manager, Major Gifts Coordinator, and Major Gifts interns to
respond to team requests and donor inquiries.
● Facilitate collaboration between the Major Gifts team and other departments by working
with assistants and coordinators across the organization.
● Plan and maintain the schedule for the Chief Development Officer.
● Coordinate hiring, training, and project management for department interns as needed,
along with the Major Gifts Manager and Major Gifts Coordinator.
● Perform other duties as assigned.
● Adapt to shifting demands and priorities based on event schedules and upcoming
elections, including potential travel and occasional work on nights and weekends.
Qualifications
● The ideal candidate will be an organized, detail-oriented self-starter who can work well
under pressure, with a variety of people, and on multiple projects.

● Fundraising, event planning, campaign, or political experience is a plus.
● Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and Raiser’s Edge or another
contact management database is a plus.
● All candidates should possess commitment and passion to elect Democratic pro-choice
Women, as well as a commitment to the diversity of our candidates, membership,
partners, and staff.
The salary for this position is $55,000 and comes with a comprehensive benefits package.
The starting pay for this position is equal to others at the same level throughout the
organization. To apply, visit our jobs site (Major Gifts Assistant posting) to upload your resume,
provide a cover letter, and fill out an application. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis
beginning Thursday, February 27, 2025. If you are selected for an interview, you will be
contacted directly. No calls, please.
Our office is based in Washington, DC. This position is based in the DC office with a
hybrid schedule requiring at least 3 days per week in office.
ABOUT EMILYs LIST
EMILYs List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, works to elect Democratic
pro-choice women up and down the ballot and across the country with a goal of fighting for our
rights and our communities. Our work is centered around a fundamental vision: Run. Win.
Change the World. EMILYs List has raised $850 million in service to that vision and has helped
Democratic women win competitive elections by recruiting and training candidates, supporting
and helping build strong campaigns, researching the issues that impact women and families,
running one of the largest independent expenditure operations for Democrats, and turning out
women voters to the polls. Since our founding in 1985, we have helped elect the country’s first
woman as vice president, 175 women to the House, 26 to the Senate, 20 governors, and over
1,500 women to state and local office. More than 40% of the candidates EMILYs List has helped
elect to Congress have been women of color. Visit www.emilyslist.org for more information.
EMILYs List is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values a multicultural, diverse
working environment. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are welcomed and encouraged
to apply.
DISCLAIMER
EMILYs List prohibits discrimination of employment, promotion, compensation, terms,
conditions, or privileges of employment based on gender, disability, race, age, national origin,
color, creed, sexual orientation, sex (including marital and parental status), gender identity and
expression, religion, economic status, ethnic identity, veteran’s status, or any other basis
prohibited by applicable law.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being
performed by the person holding this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and
responsibilities. EMILYs List reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet
organizational needs as necessary.

Washington, DC

Full-time

Reports to: Chief Administrative Officer

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

FLSA Status: Exempt

EMILYs List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, is searching for a Payroll and Benefits Specialist to join our HR and Operations team.   

The Payroll and Benefits Specialist plays an integral role in the Human Resources function. The Payroll and Benefits Specialist ensures accurate payroll and efficient benefits administration and works closely with the HR and Operations Coordinator.

Essential Job Functions

• Processes semi-monthly payroll processing;
• Administers benefit enrollment elections and ensures accurate deduction reconciliation;
• Manages annual retirement plan audit and coordinates with accountants;
• Liaise with Benefit brokers, plan advisors, and other benefit plan providers;
• Communicates important payroll and benefits notifications, reminders, and changes to staff;
• In concert with the Chief Administrative Officer, manages the annual open enrollment process ensuring that all rates are updated, and systems are accurately reflected;
• Ensures EMILYs List is compliant with all state and federal laws and regulations;
• Ensures that state tax (and other municipalities) requirements are met with payroll provider;
• Ensures timesheets are submitted and approved timely; 
• Conducts new hire orientation and coordinates staff onboarding and offboarding process;
• Assists with the recruiting process to include conducting social media vets and background checks;
• Assists the Deputy Director of HR and Operations with the annual performance review process;
• Manages union dues administration and communicates with union representatives as required. 
• Manages HR archive process;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate must have a minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience including processing payroll and administering benefit plans
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, work with a sense of urgency and meet tight deadlines while handling complex and confidential issues that require resolution
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws and experience setting up new states for tax purposes
• The candidate must have strong attention to detail; 
• Experience using HRIS systems, experience with Paylocity HRIS is a plus.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of staff
• A PHR or SHRM-CP certification is a plus. 
• All candidates should possess commitment and passion to elect Democratic pro-choice Women, as well as a commitment to the diversity of our candidates, membership, partners, and staff.

The salary range for this position is $63,000 – $67,900 and comes with a comprehensive benefits package. The starting pay for this position is equal to others at the same level throughout the organization. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted directly. No calls, please.

Our office is based in Washington, DC. This position is based in the DC office with a hybrid schedule requiring at least 3 days per week in office.  

About EMILYs List

EMILYs List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, works to elect Democratic pro-choice women up and down the ballot and across the country with a goal of fighting for our rights and our communities. Our work is centered around a fundamental vision: Run. Win. Change the World. EMILYs List has raised $850 million in service to that vision and has helped Democratic women win competitive elections by recruiting and training candidates, supporting and helping build strong campaigns, researching the issues that impact women and families, running one of the largest independent expenditure operations for Democrats, and turning out women voters to the polls. Since our founding in 1985, we have helped elect the country’s first woman as vice president, 175 women to the House, 26 to the Senate, 20 governors, and over 1,500 women to state and local office. More than 40% of the candidates EMILYs List has helped elect to Congress have been women of color. Visit www.emilyslist.org for more information.

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Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Washington, DC as job location

Full-time

salary is “commensurate with experience”

SUMMARY

Reports to: Chief Administrative Officer

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

FLSA Status: Exempt

EMILYs List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, is searching for a Payroll and Benefits Specialist to join our HR and Operations team.   

The Payroll and Benefits Specialist plays an integral role in the Human Resources function. The Payroll and Benefits Specialist ensures accurate payroll and efficient benefits administration and works closely with the HR and Operations Coordinator.

Essential Job Functions

• Processes semi-monthly payroll processing;
• Administers benefit enrollment elections and ensures accurate deduction reconciliation;
• Manages annual retirement plan audit and coordinates with accountants;
• Liaise with Benefit brokers, plan advisors, and other benefit plan providers;
• Communicates important payroll and benefits notifications, reminders, and changes to staff;
• In concert with the Chief Administrative Officer, manages the annual open enrollment process ensuring that all rates are updated, and systems are accurately reflected;
• Ensures EMILYs List is compliant with all state and federal laws and regulations;
• Ensures that state tax (and other municipalities) requirements are met with payroll provider;
• Ensures timesheets are submitted and approved timely; 
• Conducts new hire orientation and coordinates staff onboarding and offboarding process;
• Assists with the recruiting process to include conducting social media vets and background checks;
• Assists the Deputy Director of HR and Operations with the annual performance review process;
• Manages union dues administration and communicates with union representatives as required. 
• Manages HR archive process;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate must have a minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience including processing payroll and administering benefit plans
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, work with a sense of urgency and meet tight deadlines while handling complex and confidential issues that require resolution
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws and experience setting up new states for tax purposes
• The candidate must have strong attention to detail; 
• Experience using HRIS systems, experience with Paylocity HRIS is a plus.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of staff
• A PHR or SHRM-CP certification is a plus. 
• All candidates should possess commitment and passion to elect Democratic pro-choice Women, as well as a commitment to the diversity of our candidates, membership, partners, and staff.

The salary range for this position is $63,000 – $67,900 and comes with a comprehensive benefits package. The starting pay for this position is equal to others at the same level throughout the organization. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted directly. No calls, please.

Our office is based in Washington, DC. This position is based in the DC office with a hybrid schedule requiring at least 3 days per week in office.  

About EMILYs List

EMILYs List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, works to elect Democratic pro-choice women up and down the ballot and across the country with a goal of fighting for our rights and our communities. Our work is centered around a fundamental vision: Run. Win. Change the World. EMILYs List has raised $850 million in service to that vision and has helped Democratic women win competitive elections by recruiting and training candidates, supporting and helping build strong campaigns, researching the issues that impact women and families, running one of the largest independent expenditure operations for Democrats, and turning out women voters to the polls. Since our founding in 1985, we have helped elect the country’s first woman as vice president, 175 women to the House, 26 to the Senate, 20 governors, and over 1,500 women to state and local office. More than 40% of the candidates EMILYs List has helped elect to Congress have been women of color. Visit www.emilyslist.org for more information.

EMILYs List is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values a multicultural, diverse working environment. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are welcomed and encouraged to apply.

EMILYs List prohibits discrimination of employment, promotion, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment based on gender, disability, race, age, national origin, color, creed, sexual orientation, sex (including marital and parental status), gender identity and expression, religion, economic status, ethnic identity, veteran’s status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the person holding this position.  This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. EMILYs List reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

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Washington, DC as job location

Full-time cycle end date 12/31/24

Application email/URL https://jobs.lever.co/emilyslist/c2d6f4ee-3f58-4774-833b-ce21883c5820

Department: Digital

Supervisor: Vice President, Digital

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Union Position: Yes

Cycle Position through 12/31/2024

EMILY’s List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, is searching for a Digital Assistant to join our Digital team. The Digital Department is responsible for engaging and growing the EMILY’s List community and providing online resources for EMILY’s List candidates. The department works closely with the Campaigns, Training, Development, and Communications teams to ensure our online program advances the organization’s fundraising, messaging, and electoral priorities.

The Digital Assistant plays a crucial role on this team, providing administrative support to the Vice President of Digital and department, ensuring our online properties are up-to-date, and that special projects are planned and executed efficiently.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide administrative support to the Vice President of Digital, including travel and expenses;
• Manage administrative tasks for the digital department, including coordinating meeting agendas and logistics;
• Publish day-to-day updates to the EMILYs List website, including making sure the homepage and candidate donation pages are up-to-date;
• Manage internal fulfillment projects for digital promotions, such as sustainer upsells and merchandise;
• Assist in the drafting and production of content for our email, social media, and SMS programs and the website as directed;
• Manage and onboard the digital interns;
• Other projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• Candidates for this position must be extremely detail-oriented, committed to discretion and confidentiality in the performance of their duties, and be calm and composed under pressure. Strong interpersonal communication skills are critical to success.
• Ideal candidates will have some familiarity with Excel and strong writing skills.
• Candidates should be able to handle multiple projects at once and work well under deadlines.
• Must have a commitment to the diversity of our candidates, membership, partners, and staff and an interest and commitment to electing pro-choice Democratic women.

This position is eligible for full-time remote work. This is a cycle position with an end date of December 31, 2024.

The salary for this position is $55,000 and comes with a comprehensive benefits package. The starting pay for this position is equal to others at the same level throughout the organization. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted directly. No calls, please.

About EMILYs List

EMILYs List, the nation’s largest resource for women in politics, works to elect Democratic pro-choice women up and down the ballot and across the country with a goal of fighting for our rights and our communities. Our work is centered around a fundamental vision: Run. Win. Change the World. EMILYs List has raised $850 million in service to that vision and has helped Democratic women win competitive elections by recruiting and training candidates, supporting and helping build strong campaigns, researching the issues that impact women and families, running one of the largest independent expenditure operations for Democrats, and turning out women voters to the polls. Since our founding in 1985, we have helped elect the country’s first woman as vice president, 175 women to the House, 26 to the Senate, 20 governors, and over 1,500 women to state and local office. More than 40% of the candidates EMILYs List has helped elect to Congress have been women of color. Visit www.emilyslist.org for more information.

EMILYs List is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values a multicultural, diverse working environment. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are welcomed and encouraged to apply.

EMILYs List prohibits discrimination of employment, promotion, compensation, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment based on gender, disability, race, age, national origin, color, creed, sexual orientation, sex (including marital and parental status), gender identity and expression, religion, economic status, ethnic identity, veteran’s status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the person holding this position.  This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. EMILYs List reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

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