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Development Associate

Lobero Theatre Foundation
Santa Barbara, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/7/2025 CLOSED ON 1/7/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Development Associate position at Lobero Theatre Foundation?

Job Overview

The Lobero Theater is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Development Associate to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting our fundraising efforts and enhancing our relationships with donors, volunteers, and the community. This position requires a blend of skills in database management, event planning, relationship management, and strategic communication to effectively promote our mission and drive engagement.

Responsibilities

  • Utilizes our database software Tessitura for gift entry, thank you letters, audit lists, profile management, campaign/appeal management and tracking donor interactions.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, volunteers, and community partners.
  • Sets up pre-show events, including but not limited to invitation, courtyard prep, greeting and checking in, donor engagement throughout and clean-up.
  • Solicits and manages pre-show food partnerships with local restaurants and caterers.
  • Provides Youth and Community outreach support to ensure effective engagement of residency participants, local schools, partners in residency and youth-related activities.

Experience
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:

  • Proficient in database management.
  • Proven experience in event planning and management.
  • Strong negotiation skills with experience in relationship management.
  • Experience with proposal writing for grants or fundraising initiatives.
  • Knowledge of nonprofit management principles is preferred.
  • Understanding of wills, trusts & estate law is a plus.
  • University experience or equivalent background in relevant fields is desirable.
  • Familiarity with budgeting processes related to events or projects. If you are passionate about making a difference through development work and possess the skills outlined above, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 403(b) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $65,000

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