Sr. Director of Development, Ecological & Environmental Sciences

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Position Number : 40035234

Payroll Title : FUNDRAISER 4

Job Code : 000462

Job Open Date : 08 / 25 / 2025

Application Review Begins : 09 / 10 / 2025; open until filled

Department Code (Name) : DEVL (DEVELOPMENT)

Percentage of Time : 100%

Union Code (Name) : 99 (Non-Represented)

Employee Class (Appointment Type) : Staff (Contract)

FLSA Status : Exempt

Classified Indicator Description (Personnel Program) : MSP

Salary Grade : Grade 25

Pay Rate / Range : The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $115,000 to $140,000 / year. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. The full salary range for this position is $108,100 to $204,900 / year.

Work Location : Cheadle Hall - 4219

Working Days and Hours : Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

Benefits Eligibility : Full Benefits

Eligible for Hybrid Work Arrangement : Hybrid (Both UC & Non-UC locations)

Special Instructions :

For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.

Department Marketing Statement :

The UC Santa Barbara Office of Development blends the strengths of both a centralized and a decentralized operation. Although all development officers report to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Development or his / her designee, some are dedicated to specific schools and units, working hand-in-hand with Deans, Directors and faculty to secure private support. Additional development officers focus on specific regions of the country and / or are dedicated to increasing involvement by alumni, parents and friends. A strong central core initiates programs, or provides guidance and expertise, in foundation relations, planned giving, capital projects, donor stewardship, The UCSB Foundation and other areas of specialization. An integrated tracking and coordination system ensures a collaborative and smooth working environment, all aimed at enhancing UC Santa Barbara's attractiveness to, and involvement with, the private sector.

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Brief Summary of Job Duties :

This University Major Gifts Development Officer serves as Senior Director of Development ("Sr. Director") for the Ecological and Environmental Sciences team as assigned by Central Development. This team, under the supervision of the Senior Director of Development, Principal and Leadership Gifts, focuses on a compliment of initiatives prioritized for areas of campus within the Ecological and Environmental Sciences, including : the Cheadle Center for Biodiversity and Restoration, the Marine Science Institute, the Natural Reserve System, Sustainability, and the National Center for Ecological Analysis & Synthesis (NCEAS). The Sr. Director works to optimize philanthropic support for the Ecological and Environmental Sciences in response to priorities established by the Academic and Program leadership of these areas. Projects may also include team efforts in partnership with the Bren School of Environmental Science & Management and Math, Life, and Physical Sciences, as well as other special projects as assigned. The Sr. Director reports to the Senior Director of Development, Principal and Leadership Gifts, working with a team that also includes a Senior Director of Development and a Development Analyst within the Ecological and Environmental Sciences (EES) Unit. The Sr. Director focuses about seventy-five percent time on major gift ($100k+) and leadership gift ($1M+) fund raising activities, prospect discovery, pipeline building, and lower-level gift solicitations ($10,000+). Fifteen percent of time is focused on other activities related to fund raising, including events, volunteer committee engagement, administrative duties and strategic planning, such as planning, coordinating, and implementing aspects of the Ecological and Environmental Sciences development program. Ten percent of time is focused on the management and supervision of the EES Development Analyst. With regard to major gift fund raising, the Sr. Director is responsible for designing and executing planned strategies for the identification, cultivation, solicitation, closing, and stewarding of gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations. The Sr. Director works personally with donor prospects and supports the Academic and Program leadership, faculty, and volunteers in prospect relationships, in order to maximize philanthropic support for the Ecological and Environmental Science areas, interdisciplinary initiatives, and the university overall to raise gifts to meet identified fundraising priorities. This Sr. Director is a resource for the Natural Reserve System, NCEAS, the Cheadle Center for Biodiversity and Ecological Restoration, the Marine Science Institute, and UCSB Sustainability, and may have responsibility for particular unit areas, initiatives, and projects at the direction of their supervisor. Area based assignments within the Ecological and Environmental Sciences may be altered or redefined at the discretion of the Senior Director, Principal and Leadership Gifts.

Required Qualifications :

• Bachelor's Degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• 4-6 years of experience fundraising in higher education.
• 7-9 years of demonstrated experience of managing a portfolio of high-net-worth individuals, soliciting and securing major gifts.
• Demonstrated track record of managing a portfolio of high-net-worth individuals, soliciting and securing major gifts.
• Record of setting and meeting ambitious growth goals to expand an organization's supporters and increase revenue.
• Persuasive verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to relate to and communicate with a wide array of constituents.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Suite and donor / customer relationship databases in order to search for new possible donors to the University.

Preferred Qualifications :

Special Conditions of Employment :

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement :

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegation or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct :

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The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

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