Prospect Research Analyst I - 529683

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $19.33 - Midpoint: $24.18 (Hourly N5)

Department/Organization: 301102 - Advancement Services

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Job Summary: The Prospect Research Analyst I assists in identifying and providing research information on individual, corporation, and foundation major gift prospects to assist individuals within and outside the University who conduct University advancement programs. This research is vital to successful advancement activities of the President, Vice President for University Advancement, Associate Vice President for Development, Deans, and Development Officers in the University's colleges, schools, and other divisions.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher.

Skills and Knowledge: Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a team environment with people from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Strong editing skills. Detail oriented. Strong computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, database management, etc.). Self-motivated and well organized.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in prospect research, development, library research, or information related field in a higher education environment. Knowledge of the range of resources available to prospect researchers and the ability to apply those resources in an organized and purposeful manner.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.

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