Development Associate, Prospect Management and Research
RICHARDSON, TXPosted 20 days ago
Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from The University of Texas at Dallas
Job overview
The Development Associate, Prospect Management and Research at UT Dallas supports major gift fundraisers by managing prospect research and growing the major gift prospect pool to advance philanthropic efforts.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves identifying new major gift prospects, collecting and analyzing donor information, responding to gift officers' research requests, collaborating on prospect strategies, monitoring news for donor trends, maintaining prospect assignments, ensuring data integrity, and using emerging research tools while maintaining confidentiality.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a competitive salary, tuition benefits, comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance, retirement plans including TRS and voluntary options, paid time off, holidays, fertility benefits, and hybrid remote work options.
Experience and skills
Requires a bachelor's degree and 1-3 years of prospect research or related experience, proficiency in data collection and analysis, strong communication and organizational skills, knowledge of Microsoft Office, and preferred experience with Raiser's Edge and ResearchPoint.
Career development
Employees have access to professional development opportunities such as Academic Impressions membership, LinkedIn Learning, and the UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.
Work environment and culture
UT Dallas promotes a respectful, inclusive, and supportive work environment with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, expecting professionalism and civility from all employees.
Company information
The University of Texas at Dallas is a higher education institution committed to advancing education and research with a focus on inclusivity and equal opportunity.
Team overview
The candidate will join the Prospect Management and Research team supporting major gift fundraisers within the Office of Development and Alumni Relations.
Job location and travel
The position is based in the DFW area with a hybrid remote work environment requiring the ability to be on campus within 24 hours' notice.
Unique job features
The job offers hybrid remote work, use of emerging research tools, and involvement in strategic philanthropic initiatives unique to a university development setting.
Company overview
The University of Texas at Dallas (UTD) is a public research university located in Richardson, Texas. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, particularly known for its engineering, computer science, and business schools. UTD generates revenue through tuition, research grants, and partnerships with industry leaders. Established in 1969, the university has rapidly grown in reputation and size, becoming a hub for innovation and research in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize experience in prospect research, data collection, verification, and analysis, highlighting familiarity with internet search strategies and donor research tools like Raiser's Edge or ResearchPoint if applicable.
Showcase your organizational skills, ability to manage multiple projects, and strong communication abilities, as these are critical for supporting major gift fundraisers and managing prospect pipelines.
Apply through multiple platforms, including The University of Texas at Dallas official careers page and LinkedIn, to maximize your application visibility and reach.
Connect with current staff in the Office of Development and Alumni Relations or Prospect Management and Research team on LinkedIn; use ice breakers such as commenting on recent university fundraising campaigns or asking about the team’s approach to donor research and prospect management.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'prospect management,' 'major gift fundraising,' 'data analysis,' 'Raiser's Edge,' 'donor capacity,' and 'philanthropy' to ensure it passes initial automated screenings.
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