The Prospect Research Analyst satisfies the information needs of the Advancement Division of the University by preparing profiles, verifying research data, providing proactive research, and analyzing data on individual constituents of interest to Pepperdine University.

Duties

• Provide in-depth research and analysis of individual, corporate and foundation donors and prospects using a variety of sources, tools and techniques. 
• Prepare written profiles, ratings, and qualified lists as necessary to support the strategic fundraising efforts of the University. Act as a strategic partner and pro-actively provide data informed recommendations regarding next steps to development officers.
• Track research findings in Raiser's Edge and assist with organization-wide efforts to acquire and maintain institutional data according to best practices in data management in consultation with Advancement Services team. 
• Maintain prospect research fields of data in the Raiser's Edge database. 
• Keep up-to-date with effective prospect research and prospect management techniques as well as trends in the prospect research profession and the advancement/fundraising field. 
• Other duties as assigned. 
• Uphold University mission through work performed. 

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Skills and Qualifications

Required:

• A bachelor’s degree.
• 0-2 years experience in prospect research, prospect management, or a related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with proven attention to detail.
• Awareness of the recommended skills, mission, and vision outlined by the Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement (APRA).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and experience working in a CRM.
• Familiarity with development databases and donor research tools such as Blackbaud ResearchPoint, Target Analytics, iWave, WealthX, LexisNexis, and other online prospect research platforms.

Preferred:

• Direct experience with prospect research tools and/or experience with Raiser’s Edge or other Blackbaud products.
• Experience as a member of industry-specific organizations like APRA or AASP.

Qualified individuals should be able to show respect for workplace differences, and have the ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds.

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal, education, and employment screening. The University conducts such screenings in compliance with applicable laws and with the objectives of evaluating risk and supporting a safe environment for students, faculty, staff, and guests; safeguarding key University assets including people, property, information, and the University’s reputation; and providing comprehensive job-related information to University leaders to enable them to make prudent hiring decisions. Qualified individuals with criminal histories will be considered for employment in compliance with applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

This is a Regular, Nonexempt, 40 hour per week position.

Expected Pay Range: $26.38 - $29.32 per hour

The above pay range reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this position at time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on relevant factors such as work experience, market conditions, education/training, and skill level. In addition to base pay, Pepperdine offers a robust and highly competitive benefits package.

Pepperdine is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.