Prospect Researcher

Job Summary

Cranbrook Educational Community is seeking a Prospect Researcher to support the Advancement Team in developing and implementing a comprehensive prospect research system. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in a related field, at least three years of experience in prospect and donor research, and proficiency with fundraising research tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive and effective prospect research system, including management of research tools and processes.
• Train, as needed, on the use of research tools, collection, and recording of information to ensure data integrity, database proficiency, and consistency.
• Support a high level of confidence in resulting profiles, ratings, and reports.
• Aid in the development of training curriculum and materials for the Advancement Team related to prospect research policies, procedures, systems, and applications.
• Safeguard the confidentiality of donor information and adhere to the ethical and confidentiality guidelines of both the CEC and APRA.
• All other responsibilities and tasks assigned by the Director of Advancement Operations and Gift Planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in a related field, such as Journalism, History, English, Business, or Library Science.
• Minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in prospect and donor research.
• Comprehensive understanding of the tools utilized, and the fundamentals involved with fundraising research.
• Experience with DonorSearch and Blackbaud products, specifically RENXT and Research Point, preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills, high-level organizational and computer skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of the tools utilized, and the fundamentals involved with fundraising research.
• Demonstrated ability to produce concise research documents with attention to accuracy and detail.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage deadlines.
• Experience with web platforms will be favorably considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a higher-education or major cultural institution setting.
• Experience working in a comprehensive fundraising campaign.
• Familiarity with financial information, including proxy statements, annual reports, SEC documents and stock holdings.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, life insurance, long-term and short-term disability, and retirement programs with employer contribution.
• Generous paid time off, 11 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays.
• Employee discounts.
• A unique environment in an educational setting that values collaboration.

Contact Information

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter.