Hiring: Executive Director Company: Elings Park Foundation Location: Santa Barbara County, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-12 14:20:42 Employment Type: On-site Target Skills & Keywords : Change Management, Epic Systems About the job Experience: •10+ years of demonstrated senior leadership and management experience, including strategy development, board engagement, change management, team leadership and collaboration, and talent development. Required Skills: •1st Year Priorities •Build relationships with the Park’s staff, donors, board members, visitors, constituents, and community partners and stakeholders. •Evaluate Elings Park Foundation's current structure to ensure an efficient balance between administration and programming, while conducting a full audit of internal systems, staffing levels, policies, and procedures to modernize workflows. •Interface directly with the Board and staff to develop the Park’s short- and long-term strategic vision. •Lead and actively participate in fundraising efforts, including creating a development plan, donor cultivation strategy, and revenue growth initiatives, in partnership with the Board and EPIC! Committee. Recruit and hire a Director of Development (a direct report to the ED) to join the team. •Strategic Leadership & Governance •Interface directly with the Board and staff to develop and implement the Park’s short- and long-term strategic plan and overall vision. •Provide clear, timely information to support strong governance, sound decision-making, and fiduciary oversight. Compensation: •$180,000 - $200,000 / year •PTO: 10 paid days off, 40 hours of sick leave, 10 holidays Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!