Prospect Research Analyst

California State University•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of Advancement Services, the incumbent will identify, research, and qualify or determine whether individuals are major gift prospects, consistent with the priorities of the University. To accomplish these tasks and ensure the fundraising staff has an on-going supply of prospects to meet the University’s fundraising goals, the incumbent will conduct comprehensive research and analysis using free and paid prospect research tools, such as LexisNexis, ResearchPoint, Target Analytics, and LiveAlumni, in addition to the constituent relationship management database, Raiser’s Edge. The incumbent will use their analysis of data to create comprehensive prospective donor research profiles, event bios, due-diligence screenings, and various requested reports related to prospect research. The incumbent will also be responsible for working with the department of Administrative Technology on large-scale data imports to ensure efficiency and database accuracy. The incumbent will follow applicable University and University Advancement policies and procedures, and follow applicable best practices and protocols outlined by the Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement (APRA).

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university and/or equivalent training.
Two years of administrative work experience involving study, analysis, and/or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of administrative policies, procedures, practices, or programs.
Experience using paid prospect research tools (e.g., ResearchPoint, LexisNexis, LiveAlumni, or other resources).
Experience working with constituent relationship management databases.
Thorough knowledge of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
Ability to effectively write and present reports and other documents in a professional manner.
Working knowledge and appreciation for highly confidential and sensitive information and data.
Proficiency in online research from multiple data sources.
Ability to interpret, analyze, and summarize complex biographical and financial data for a fundraising operation.
Demonstrated technical proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite software.
Ability to take initiative and manage multiple projects using excellent organizational and time management skills to meet deadlines.
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information at all times.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team in a diverse environment.
Demonstrated interest and/or ability in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment.
Must reside in the State of California.
Background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience researching individuals in a higher education fundraising organization.
Experience working with Raiser’s Edge and using Query and ImportOmatic in the Raiser’s Edge database.
Thorough knowledge of ResearchPoint wealth screening results and Target Analytics modeling scores.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel formulas and PivotTables.

Responsibilities

Identify, research, and qualify or determine whether individuals are major gift prospects.
Conduct comprehensive research and analysis using free and paid prospect research tools (LexisNexis, ResearchPoint, Target Analytics, LiveAlumni) and the constituent relationship management database (Raiser’s Edge).
Create comprehensive prospective donor research profiles, event bios, due-diligence screenings, and various requested reports.
Work with the department of Administrative Technology on large-scale data imports to ensure efficiency and database accuracy.
Follow applicable University and University Advancement policies and procedures, and APRA best practices and protocols.