Prospect Researcher - Curry College in Milton, MA

The Prospect Researcher's primary area of responsibility is managing and performing all data and report functions related to prospect research and management and maintaining the integrity of said data.

Essential Functions:

• Manage and perform all prospect research data functions, including list acquisition, wealth screenings, formatting, and uploading electronic screenings using iWave or applicable data-mining service. Review and validate data for accuracy and report generation;
• Manage and monitor frontline fundraisers portfolio. Identify and add new prospects for portfolio assignments made in concert with VP of Institutional Advancement. Assess prospects quarterly. Monitor, update, and record prospect assignments in Blackbaud;
• Develop and maintain policies and procedures for the prospect research program;
• Update and maintain non-gift information on prospects and donors in the Blackbaud database, including relevant news, financial, and biographical information, and notifying staff of key updates;
• Monitor news articles, industry, online, and print resources daily to identify information/articles relevant to the Department's interests and distribute to staff;
• Research, identify and provide internal ratings and projections on donor/ prospects' capacity and interest in supporting Curry using public biographical and financial information from print and electronic resources;
• Prepare confidential research reports to support gift officer assignments and cultivation strategies of new and existing individual, corporate, and foundation prospects. Conduct prospect review meetings and/or prospect assignments with staff as requested;
• Provide updated research and analysis on an ongoing basis;
• Identify and review new products, methodologies, online databases, and software that will further enhance the Department's ability to advance its mission;
• Maintain and develop professional relationships with local prospect researchers and national and local associations. Collaborate with internal stakeholders - including Information Technology, Admissions, Student Affairs, etc. - to obtain and update relevant prospect information;
• Demonstrated knowledge about or the ability to understand and implement ethical and confidential research practices, including those set forth by the Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement (APRA); the association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP); and/or the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE);
• Perform proactive customer service with a high level of diplomacy, confidentiality, and professionalism.

Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required and higher education experience preferred with a minimum of two years experience in prospect/development research. Equivalent professional experience in an analytical, research, or information specialist role within an academic, nonprofit, corporate, or consulting environment will be considered.
• Strong analytical skills, including analyzing and interpreting business and financial data and information.
• Ability to compose concise research documents with attention to accuracy to support the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship process of donor/prospects.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills; an ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, financial reports, procedures, government regulations, and legal documents; an ability to effectively present information and positively respond to questions from Curry leadership.
• Extensive computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint); experience with internet applications such as iWave, Guidestar, Dun & Bradstreet, Lexis Nexis, Foundation Center, Alumni Finder, and other wealth screening tools; and the ability to learn new applications quickly including organization-wide information and department-specific software, such as Blackbaud, Salesforce, and Banner.

Additional Information:
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Curry College will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

At the College's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be excepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the College, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Employment in this position is contingent upon the successful completion of all required pre-employment background checks.

Inquiries about the application of Title IX can be directed to the College's Title IX Coordinator, Rachel King at Rachel.king@curry.edu, (617) 979-3516, or King Academic Administration Building, 55 Atherton St, or US Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights ("OCR") - Boston Office, 5 Post Office Square, 8th Floor, Boston, MA 02109-3921, (617) 289-0111.

Application Instructions:
Please apply online at https://www.curry.edu/about-us/community-resources/employment/job-opportunities for consideration. Interested applicants must submit the following:

• a cover letter;
• a resume; and;
• a list of three professional references, one of which must be a former or current supervisor, including complete contact information and professional titles.

About Curry College:
Founded in 1879, Curry College is a private, four-year, liberal arts-based institution in Milton Massachusetts. In addition to the main campus classes for adult learners are also offered at our campus at Cordage Park in historic Plymouth. Curry College is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). Curry College offers 22 undergraduate majors, over 60 minors and concentrations, as well as five graduate programs.

The Curry College mission is to educate and graduate students prepared to engage in successful careers and active citizenship with a global perspective. We are an inclusive community of diverse learners and educators, committed to continuing our legacy of developing effective communicators with reflective and critical thinking skills. We mentor and empower our students, building meaningful relationships that inspire them to achieve their ambitions.

Curry College provides rigorous and relevant academic programs to undergraduate and graduate students, and our rich blend of liberal arts and career-directed programs is enhanced by practical field experiences and co-curricular activities. Learning at Curry extends beyond the classroom and is embedded in all that we do.

Diversity and a culture of equity and inclusion among students, faculty and staff are crucial to the mission statement of Curry College.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sex identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law, including Title IX.