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Associate Director, Prospect Research

Apply remote type Hybrid locations Chicago, IL time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR29185

Department

Booth Advancement : Prospect Management

About the Department

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is the second-oldest business school in the U.S. and second to none when it comes to influencing business education and business practices. Since 1898, the school has produced ideas and leaders that shape the world of business. Their rigorous, discipline-based approach to business education transforms students into confident, effective, respected business leaders prepared to face the toughest challenges.

Chicago Booth is proud to claim :

An unmatched faculty.
Degree and open enrollment programs offered on three continents.
A global body of nearly 56,000 accomplished alumni.
Strong and growing corporate relationships that provide a wealth of lifelong career opportunities.

Job Summary

The Associate Director, Prospect Research, is part of a prospect research team responsible for increasing the size and quality of the Chicago Booth prospect pool, with an emphasis placed on high-level Major ($100K-$4.9M) and Principal ($5M ) Gift prospects. They conduct prospect research on individual prospects and donors, including capacity ratings and other materials to support frontline development officers' cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship efforts. They also identify leads for all frontline teams. In addition, the Associate Director initiates and / or leads prospect research and pool expansion projects, identifying the stakeholders and resources needed for completion.

Responsibilities

Uses electronic and print resources to develop and synthesize information on prospects to produce clear profiles including background, career, financial capacity, philanthropic interests, and nature of their relationship to the University and Chicago Booth.

Identifies new prospects in order to grow the Chicago Booth prospect pool and participate in strategic prospect identification projects.

Assists in building out Midwest prospect pool to enhance major gifts portfolios. Acts as team expert on Midwest prospects and distribution of leads to frontline staff.

Leads the creation and systematization of prospect pools for Booth centers and initiatives, collaborating with gift officers to clarify potential criteria for prospect pool.

Manages the Top Prospect List project in conjunction with the Reunions team, developing a list of top prospects that are in their reunion years.

Demonstrates an understanding of the data available in the University’s constituent database and how to maintain prospect research data.

Participates in training of new Advancement staff on working with Prospect Research.

Stays current on industry trends and practices through associations and professional networks.

Develops and demonstrates skill in reading and interpreting complex documents, including regulatory filings.

Serves as a point of contact to Chicago Booth Office of Advancement staff on prospect research protocols and products.

Develops, maintains, and updates information on new and existing major gift prospects.

Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education : Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in a related field.

Work Experience : Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

Education :

Bachelor's degree.

Experience :

A minimum of four years of industry experience in prospect research.

Background in an institution of higher education.

Technical Skills or Knowledge :

Proficiency with fundraising databases such as Salesforce.

Proficiency with prospect research tools and applications.

Proficiency with the Windows environment and standard MS Office suite.

Preferred Competencies

Self-motivated and work well with and through others.

Work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet short deadlines.

Superior verbal and written communication skills.

Knowledge of current trends in fundraising and alumni relations.

Strong attention to detail.

Strong commitment to customer service.

Scrupulous attention to matters of discretion and confidentiality.

Working Conditions

This position is currently expected to work a minimum of three days per week in the office.

Travel to campus and / or non-campus locations for University business.

Work evenings and weekends on occasion.

Application Documents

Resume / CV (required)

Cover Letter (required)

When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page.

Job Family

Alumni Relations & Development

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Range

60,000.00 - $66,000.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees.

Posting Statement

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity / Disabled / Veterans employer.

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Salary : $60,000 - $66,000

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