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Penn State University is hiring a Prospect Management and Analytics Specialist for the Office of Prospect Management and Analytics within the Division of Development and Alumni Relations. The role involves identifying, analyzing, and qualifying leads for university fundraising, developing reports, overseeing prospect tracking systems, and serving as a liaison among development units to support major gift activities.

Highlights

Identify, analyze, and qualify fundraising leads for university development units.
Develop and distribute project reports related to prospect management and research.
Oversee maintenance of prospect tracking systems, ensuring data integrity and coordination.
Serve as a liaison between colleges, campuses, and central development staff on prospect management issues.
Utilize strong communication skills to articulate university needs and values.
Require experience handling large datasets and synthesizing data into actionable summary reports.
Must hold a bachelor's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination.
Salary range is $54,060 to $78,444 annually.
Position is part of Penn State’s Division of Development and Alumni Relations, supporting a community of over 800,000 alumni.
Penn State offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, and a 75% tuition discount.

Prospect Management and Analytics Specialist, Office of Prospect Management and Analytics Full Description

Prospect Management and Analytics Specialist, Office of Prospect Management and Analytics

Hybrid

Penn State University Park

Full time

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete theinternal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

POSITION SPECIFICS

Penn State is currently seeking a Prospect Management and Analytics Specialist in supporting the Office of Prospect Management and Analytics. As a member of the Division of Development and Alumni Relations, you can play an integral role in Penn State’s future and contribute to one of the most successful fundraising and alumni relations operations in the country.

Reporting to the Director of Prospect Management and working closely with the Division of Development and Alumni Relations units as well as other partners, this Prospect Management and Analytics Specialist will:

Identify, analyze and qualify leads for university fundraising units.
Articulate Penn State’s needs, ambitions, and values through excellent informal and formal communications
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
Oversee special projects for 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
Serve as liaison with colleges, campuses, and central development staff on various subject matters pertaining to prospect management

The successful candidate will have:

Experience working with large datasets with synthesizing large volumes of data and information into concise summary reports to allow for actionable steps
Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills;
The ability to create and maintain an inclusive and respectful environment for all students and colleagues;
A proven ability to self-motivate and work both independently and as part of a team;
A commitment to professional development, learning, and being mentored.

Minimum Education and Work Experience

Bachelor's Degree and 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.

DDAR is supportive of flexible work arrangements when aligned with the ability to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. Questions related to flexible work arrangements should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

Penn State’s Division of Development and Alumni Relations

If you believe in the power of higher education—and philanthropy—to shape the public good, you’ll excel right here in Penn State’s Division of Development and Alumni Relations (DDAR). Our organization includes more than 500 professionals engaging a community of more than 800,000 alumni who believe in the power of giving back. Across our interdisciplinary teams of fundraisers, alumni relations professionals, communicators, event planners, financial experts, and more, there is a place for you to make a difference in the lives of students and faculty while taking your own career to new heights. Learn more about us at raise.psu.edu and explore the success of our most recent campaign at greaterpennstate.psu.edu.

Building a Career and a Life at Penn State

Across all campuses and an online World Campus, our 100,000 students and 17,000 faculty and staff know the real measure of success goes beyond the classroom—it’s the positive impact made on communities across the globe. Penn State consistently ranks among the top academic and research universities in the world: psu.edu/this-is-penn-state/facts-and-rankings

This position is based at the University Park campus, located in State College, Pennsylvania. State College is ranked among the lowest-stress and safest small cities in the country, with excellent public schools, beautiful parks and other natural assets, and a broad range of cultural and athletic events and venues: statecollegepa.us and statecollege.com

Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $54,060.00 - $78,444.00.

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.

Original Job Description

Prospect Management and Analytics Specialist, Office of Prospect Management and Analytics

Hybrid

Penn State University Park

Full time

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete theinternal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

POSITION SPECIFICS

Identify, analyze and qualify leads for university fundraising units.
Articulate Penn State’s needs, ambitions, and values through excellent informal and formal communications
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
Oversee special projects for 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
Serve as liaison with colleges, campuses, and central development staff on various subject matters pertaining to prospect management

The successful candidate will have:

Experience working with large datasets with synthesizing large volumes of data and information into concise summary reports to allow for actionable steps
Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills;
The ability to create and maintain an inclusive and respectful environment for all students and colleagues;
A proven ability to self-motivate and work both independently and as part of a team;
A commitment to professional development, learning, and being mentored.

Minimum Education and Work Experience

Bachelor's Degree and 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted.

Penn State’s Division of Development and Alumni Relations

Building a Career and a Life at Penn State

Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $54,060.00 - $78,444.00.

Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

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