Job Description

AVAILABLE: Immediately. This is a full-time, benefit eligible position. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

SALARY/RANK: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree required; background in business, marketing research, data analytics, information systems, library science, or a related field preferred. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with an ability to interpret complex data.  Excellent written and verbal communication skills.  Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated discretion with confidential and sensitive information. The successful candidate must demonstrate a strong Christian faith, a commitment to the University's Mission, and a demonstrated commitment to that faith, through his/her professional responsibilities, relationships and the mentoring of students.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Prospect Researcher plays a critical role in the success of the University’s fundraising efforts by proactively identifying, evaluating, and qualifying potential donors. This individual works closely with the Institutional Advancement (IA) team to build and maintain a pipeline of prospective alumni, parents, friends, and organizations who have the capacity and potential inclination to support the institution.  Conduct proactive research to identify new major and planned gift prospects through various data mining, screening, and analytical techniques. Analyze internal and external data sources to evaluate wealth indicators, philanthropic interests, giving history, and engagement levels.  Collaborate with gift officers to assess prospect readiness and help prioritize outreach efforts.  Generate detailed research profiles, summaries, and briefings.  Provide qualification recommendations based on research findings and prospect models.  Other responsibilities within the Institutional Advancement Office may be assigned as needed.

THE UNIVERSITY: Waynesburg University is a Christian higher education institution offering undergraduate and graduate programs both on the Waynesburg Campus and in adult centers in the Pittsburgh region. Directed by its Christian values, the University provides opportunities for scholarship, leadership and service to all of our students through an academic foundation for life-long learning and compassionate contribution to others. Special care is taken to employ people who embody the values and perspectives of the institution in their teaching, their personal lives, and their relationships with students. Serving more than 1,100 students, the University is a member of the Association of Presbyterian Colleges and Universities (APCU). For further information on these organizations, please refer to their respective web pages

APPLICATION PROCESS: Candidates must submit a resume/cv, letter of interest, along with a written statement that articulates how the candidate intends to demonstrate his/her Christian faith through the Mission of the University, his/her professional responsibilities, relationships and the mentoring of students. Also include names/addresses/phone numbers of five references. Include transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable initially).

Apply to:
Human Resources Office
Waynesburg University
51 West College Street
Waynesburg, PA 15370

Email: [email protected]

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