Prospect Research Analyst I - 530947

The University of Alabama • Tuscaloosa, AL

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About The Position

The Prospect Research Analyst I assists in identifying individual, corporate, and foundation major gift prospects and providing research information about them. This research supports University employees who conduct fundraising activities and is vital to fundraising efforts by the President, Vice President for Advancement, Associate Vice President for Development, and Deans and Development Officers in the University’s colleges, schools, and other divisions.

The role is in Advancement Services and follows a Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. schedule. The pay range is $19.52 per hour minimum to $24.38 per hour midpoint (Hourly N5). Final candidates must pass a pre-employment background investigation, including review of information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction does not automatically disqualify a candidate; prior convictions or negative behavioral red flags receive individualized review before a hiring decision is made.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong editing skills.
• Detail-oriented.
• Strong computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheets, and database management.
• Self-motivated and well organized.
• Knowledge of resources available to prospect researchers and ability to apply those resources in an organized and purposeful manner.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, including review of information obtained from social media and other internet sources.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in prospect research, development, library research, or an information-related field in a higher education environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify individual, corporate, and foundation major gift prospects.
• Provide research information on prospects to support University fundraising activities.
• Support fundraising efforts conducted by the President, Vice President for Advancement, Associate Vice President for Development, and Deans and Development Officers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level