Prospect Research Analyst

Overview

Title: Prospect Research Analyst

Employee Classification: Development Support Coord

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Advancement

Sub Division-Department: UNT-Principal Gifts

Department: UNT-Principal Gifts
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Job Location: Denton

Salary: $47,232 - $54,900

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

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The Division of University Advancement strives to transform lives and unlock potential through the power of philanthropy and engagement by awakening and stewarding pride and loyalty for the University of North Texas. Established in 1890, the University of North Texas is a place where students transform their lives through education and opportunity. With more than 46,000 students from across the state, nation, and world, UNT offers 240 academic programs — many nationally and internationally recognized.

A Tier One research university and designated a Hispanic- and Minority-Serving Institution, UNT has a legacy of excellence in education, music, the arts, business and social sciences, with growing strengths in science and engineering. Last year, students earned nearly 13,000 degrees and joined UNT's network of 480,000 alumni, fueling progress and innovation.

The Division of University Advancement is seeking to hire a Prospect Research Analyst to join our team. Under general direction from the Senior Director of Prospect Strategy and Research, the Research Analyst is responsible for identifying potential philanthropic prospects, performing extensive prospect research, and providing analysis to support effective principal gift, major gift, corporate, and foundation fundraising, donor-centric data-driven decision-making, and strategic planning for engagement and fundraising priorities for the University of North Texas.

• Bachelor's degree and two years of professional experience in marketing, fundraising, event planning, public relations, corporate account sales, or communications; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• Working knowledge of the Prospect Development field, including prospect research, prospect management, and prospect analytics.
• Knowledge of accepted business practices and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain cordial, productive, and professional working relationships with internal and external contacts.
• Ability to manage time, personnel, financial, and physical resources effectively.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Ability to master University policies and procedures and apply these in specific situations.
• Some knowledge of philanthropy and fundraising principles or the ability to assimilate quickly.

• Two years experience in prospect research,…