Director of Development USA

The Director of Development leads and grows the Santa Barbara Education Foundation's fundraising and donor engagement efforts, building long-term relationships with individuals, foundations, businesses, and community partners. This strategic, hands-on role involves developing a comprehensive year-round development program to increase philanthropic investment in Santa Barbara's public schools. The position focuses on moving beyond event-driven fundraising toward a disciplined program built around donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and retention. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Development works onsite in Santa Barbara to strengthen the Foundation's long-term impact and financial sustainability.