The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment. The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic. This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.
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The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:
- Up to 100% tuition remission for employees and dependents upon eligibility
- Up to 50% tuition remission for spouses upon eligibility
- A generous Employer retirement contribution of 9.4% of annual salary upon eligibility
- Medical, dental, and vision options
- Employer-paid disability, life, and AD&D benefits
Salary Range: $53,000 - $65,000
The University of St. Thomas has provided a salary range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The specific salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Director of Prospect Management and Research, the Prospect Development Associate drives pipeline development by identifying, assessing, and prioritizing major, principal and planned giving prospects to support key fundraising priorities. This role conducts gap analyses, develops annual prospect identification plans, and refines processes to enhance prospect movement. Using industry best practices, they validate wealth screenings, analyze financial and philanthropic data, and provide informed portfolio recommendations. They also manage and enhance prospect tracking systems, ensuring automation, clarity, and efficiency in data processes while maintaining advancement databases. Additionally, they collaborate with the prospect management team to evaluate and assign prospects, establish new fundraiser portfolios, and support portfolio updates and proposal tracking.