March 2, 2026

The Montecito Fire Protection District has a vacancy on its Board of Directors. Persons interested in applying to fill the vacancy should know the following:

• An applicant must reside within the boundaries of the Montecito Fire Protection District, and be a registered voter of the District. The district boundaries map can be found here.
• The appointee must run in the General Elections in November 2026 to retain the appointed seat, and preference will be given to those willing to run.
• Regular Board of Directors meetings are held on the fourth Monday of every month beginning at 2:00 p.m. at Fire Station 91 located at 595 San Ysidro Road, Montecito, CA 93108.  Directors are expected to be faithful in attendance.
• Directors are encouraged to serve on at least one Board Committee that meets monthly and may need to represent the District at other meetings.
• Education and experience in finance, business, strategic planning, or related fields are desirable.

Interested persons should submit a cover letter with a detailed resume to the Montecito Fire Protection District at Station 91 no later than March 16, 2026 by 4:00 p.m.

Interviews for the position will be conducted by the Board of Directors at a public meeting on March 23, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., with the appointment being made no later than April 29, 2026.

Cover letters, resumes/statements of qualifications and requests for further information should be addressed to:

David Neels, Fire Chief

Montecito Fire Protection District

595 San Ysidro Road

Montecito, CA  93108

(805) 969–2537

Documents may also be emailed to: cgodlis@montecitofire.com

Notice of Vacancy - Montecito Fire Board Director - 03-01-26.pdf