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Development Coordinator

Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse
Santa Barbara, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2026
Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off


The Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse (CADA) is seeking a Full-Time Development Coordinator to join our team in downtown Santa Barbara.

The Development Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the Director of Development with all aspects of Development. This position includes occasional travel to other agency locations throughout Santa Barbara County.

This is a great opportunity to work in a nonprofit that serves youth, families, and adults dealing with substance use and co-occurring mental health conditions, where you will gain valuable experience while making a meaningful impact!

Qualifications:

  • A minimum of 1 year of experience in development or fundraising required.
  • A minimum of 1 year of experience coordinating and planning events required.
  • A minimum of 3 years of customer service and/or administrative experience required.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information required, as evidenced through past work experience.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills required as evidenced in the interview.
  • Familiarity with the Santa Barbara philanthropic community and funding sources for non-profits preferred.
  • Experience with graphic design software preferred.
  • Experience with donor databases preferred.


Responsibilities:

  • Maintain the DonorPerfect database, ensuring accurate donor, gift, pledge, grant, and event records.
  • Prepare and send timely gift acknowledgments, receipts, pledge letters, and donor correspondence.
  • Respond promptly to donor inquiries, including donation details, recurring gifts, matching gifts, and tax documentation.
  • Support fundraising campaigns and special events, including list preparation, tracking, and reporting.
  • Conduct basic prospect research and maintain updated donor and constituent records.
  • Assist with development communications, including Constant Contact, social media, and website content support.


This is a non-exempt, full-time position that includes medical/vision/dental benefits, vacation, sick, and holiday pay. Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm.

Salary range: $25-$27, dependent on qualifications and experience

In compliance with the California Department of Health Care Services, staff require an up-to-date Tuberculosis test during the duration of employment.

If you need assistance to accommodate a disability, you may request an accommodation at any time. Please contact HR via email at hr@cadasb.org or via phone at (805) 722-1313 with any questions.

Salary : $25 - $27

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