Data Processing Specialist (Biographical)

Update and maintain the Foundation’s record database to enable the University of Nebraska to change lives and save lives.

• Do you enjoy collaborating with a supportive team?
• Do you have experience with working in a database updating constituent information?
• Do you have experience using Microsoft Office and/or a relationship management software (CRM)?
• Are you energized by problem solving, multitasking, and implementing processes?

If so, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

At the University of Nebraska Foundation, we grow relationships and resources that enable the University of Nebraska to change lives and save lives. We believe that our strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is essential to accomplishing this mission through our values of teamwork, integrity, and passion for mission. We invite, explore, and celebrate differences to increase productivity, spark innovation and most importantly, accomplish our mission.

You will join the foundation at an exciting time, with the opportunity to make a transformational impact. The foundation is in the public phase of a historic campaign to raise $3 billion to build a better future for Nebraska. The campaign is being led by many enthusiastic volunteers representing all areas of the University of Nebraska System.

Ways you will make an impact:

• Responsible for updating and maintaining the biographical aspects of the Foundation’s database of records.
• Accountable for the accuracy and timeliness of prospect biographical data.
• Assist in providing documentation of and recommending changes to guidelines while working with other Foundation users to ensure that guidelines are followed.
• Entails a high volume of data entry verification, research, information retrieval, coding, and correction with limited supervision.
• Support the Foundation and other departments with document imaging needs.

Who we want:

• Organized, accountable, and prompt professionals who pay exceptional attention to detail, meet deadlines, and can effectively prioritize competing priorities.
• Positive, engaged team-players who thrive on building an engaging workplace and celebrating successes.
• Process driven, detail-oriented individuals who can systematically identify and define problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutions.

• Self-starters who take initiative and can manage multiple responsibilities.
• Adaptable, flexible individuals who can adjust to changing priorities, while being able to prioritize competing demands.
• Analytical, inquisitive individuals with creative problem-solving skills. 

What you need:

• Minimum Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s degree preferred.
• Minimum Experience: 1-3 years of experience in computer operations with an advanced knowledge of database, query, spreadsheet and word processing.
• Computer skills including data entry and electronic file organization, with Microsoft Office experience preferred.
• Ability to learn new software applications, maintain orderly records, communicate effectively with colleagues and the public.
• Discretion in handling confidential matters.
• Demonstrated strong oral and written communications.
• Candidates will also be evaluated on our core values of passion for mission, integrity, and teamwork.

What we offer:

• This position will work in our Lincoln office.
• Mission-driven work that changes lives and saves lives.
• A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities that celebrate diversity and encourage your career growth.
• An award-winning wellness program.
• 12 weeks of paid medical leave, including maternity and paternity leave.
• 12 paid holidays and generous vacation time.
• A generous retirement match and multiple incentive compensation programs.
• University of Nebraska tuition reimbursement for you and your dependents.

Who we are:

• Recognition by the Chronicle of Philanthropy as one of America’s Favorite Charities.
• Founded in 1936, the University of Nebraska Foundation provides support for the campuses in the university system — the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, University of Nebraska at Kearney, University of Nebraska at Omaha, Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture in Curtis, and the University of Nebraska Medical Center and its primary clinical partner, Nebraska Medicine.
• Among public universities, the University of Nebraska ranks in the top 25 nationally for both funds raised and endowed assets under management.
• The foundation has a reputation for efficiency and effectiveness, raising more than $7 for every $1 spent.
• Winner of Gallup’s Don Clifton Strengths-Based Culture Award.
• Winner of the Governor’s Harvester Wellness Award, the highest honor for corporate wellness.

The University of Nebraska Foundation is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that celebrates, supports, and promotes diversity and inclusion. We will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.

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