The Rob Sand for Iowa campaign is looking for a highly motivated Deputy Finance Director. This position will report to the Finance Director.
Location: Des Moines, IA
Salary:$6,000/month
Start Date: Open for immediate hire.
Application Deadline: Thursday, October 9, 2025 (applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis).
To Apply: Send your resume to Connor@RobSand.com with “Deputy Finance Director” as the subject line.
About Rob Sand:
Auditor Rob Sand – Iowa’s only Democrat in statewide or federal office and the state’s most popular elected official – made a historic entrance into the open governor’s race, raising a record-breaking $2.25 million in the first 24 hours. The Cook Political Report quickly shifted its rating of the race by two categories from “Solid Republican” to “Lean Republican,” calling Rob “the strongest contender his party could have recruited.” Having served as Assistant Iowa Attorney General and Iowa’s chief public corruption prosecutor, Rob was first elected Auditor in 2018 and re-elected in 2022 with strong bipartisan support.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist the Finance Director in managing the finance team and plan
Organize, schedule, and execute fundraising events
Cultivate and maintain relationships with event hosts
Coordinate operational processes, including data management and compliance
Support the call time program, including donor research and list preparation
Direct the finance internship program, including recruitment, training, and supervision
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
One cycle of finance experience
Experience managing paid staff
Applicants must be highly organized and have the ability to multitask and meet deadlines
Willingness to work flexible hours (including evenings and weekends)
Experience with NGP and ActBlue is preferred
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
Laptop with ability to connect to wi-fi