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Research and Prospect Tracking

The Research and Prospect Tracking Specialist supports the University’s mission and achieves fundraising objectives by organizing and conducting fundraising programs and related activities for an assigned area; provides strategic proactive and reactive support to advance the major gift fundraising efforts of the University; works collaboratively with assigned fundraising area and central development staff to maximize the identification, cultivation, and solicitation efforts of the University; and supports the annual goal setting process through strategic analysis of major gift prospects.

• Develop project and related reports which may be distributed throughout the development and alumni unit
• Assist in the development and operation of programs designed to identify and enhance major gifts to the University
• Complete complex reports and analyses related to research and prospect management
• Responsible for special projects of central development offices including tracking and monitoring the major gift activity of the University
• Ensure data integrity and oversee maintenance of prospect tracking system to include donor assignments, contact and solicitation activity, and donor strategies
• Synthesize large volumes of data and information into concise summary reports to allow for actionable steps
• Provide a consistent and comprehensive platform to foster communication, coordination, and teamwork
• Act as liaison with colleges, campuses, and central development staff on various subject matters pertaining to the research and prospect management
• May supervise staff members, including hiring, development, and performance management

Level:

– Professional

Base Description:

– Completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates baseline working knowledge of routine work tasks. Follows the standard principles and practices. Acts under direct and frequent supervision using established procedures with detailed instructions. Participates as a team member and actively contributes to completion of team goals. Clearly communicates information.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– None

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– Typically none

Problem Solving:

– Encounters routine problems
– Follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems

Independence of Action:

– Work is closely monitored by supervisor
– Detailed instructions and procedures are provided
– Applies standard operating procedures with limited guidelines for deviation

Communication and Collaboration:

– Typically communicates internally within working unit
– Collaborates closely with team members
– Clearly communicates information, ideas, or instructions verbally and in writing

• Comp Grade – 6
• Minimum – $42,100.00
• MidPoint – $51,600.00
• Maximum – $61,000.00