Director, Prospect Research & Analytics

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As the Director Prospect Research & Analytics for the WSU Foundation you will lead a high-performing team focused on identifying evaluating and delivering strategic insights on existing and potential major gift donors to support Washington State Universitys philanthropic mission and Advancement Services fundraising this role you will provide leadership in the development and execution of prospect research data analytics portfolio strategy and business process improvements. The Director plays a central role in ensuring actionable data-informed decisions and measurable results in a fast-paced Advancement environment.

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This is a full time (100% FTE) permanent position. Overtime eligibility will be determined based on final salary placement.

*This position is located in Pullman WA and may be eligible for a remote or hybrid schedule*

Start Date: Anticipated start date will be in January 2026.

Monthly Salary: $6012.09 - $9403.52 Commensurate with experience and qualifications. In accordance with RCW 49.58.110 the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidates current experience education skills and abilities related to the position. Successful candidates typically begin up to mid-point of the salary range. For additional information please review WSUs Administrative Professional Compensation.

Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical dental life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation optional supplemental retirement accounts; training and development; and employee tuition waiver. For additional information please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for AP staff and Total Compensation.

Required Qualifications:

• Positions require a Bachelors degree in a relevant field and four (4) years of progressively responsible relevant experience which has included at least one (1) year of managerial experience. A Masters degree in a related field may be substituted for up to one (1) year of the required experience. Any combination of relevant education and professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a yearforyear and experience can be tailored to fit the specific organizational entity/directorial assignment. Positions may require applicable licensure and/or certification.

• 4 (four) or more years of progressive experience in relevant field defined as prospect research analytics or advancement services

• Demonstrated success working with CRMs and complex databases (e.g. Advance Blackbaud Salesforce).

• Strong written verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

• Demonstrated experience with oral presentations and written communications including the ability and willingness to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.

• Demonstrated ability working with Prospect Development principles trends and operations.

• Proven ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines.

• Demonstrated ability to exercise professional judgement discretion and leadership including the ability to work independently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in public administration library science business analytics nonprofit management or related field.

• 3 (three) or more years of managerial experience.

• Experience in higher education healthcare or other nonprofit fundraising.

• Proficiency in predictive modeling data visualization (e.g. Tableau) and report generation tools.

• Involvement in Apra or other professional prospect development organizations.

• Experience managing donor wealth screenings and/or predictive modeling of philanthropic efforts.

• Experience working in comprehensive campaigns.

About Foundation: For more information about the great work we are doing and to find our mission and values please visit our website linked above.

Area/College:WSU Advancement

Department Name: Prospect Development

City State Zip:Pullman WA 99163

Application Instructions: Applicants must upload the following required documents to their online application. Application materials should clearly communicate how the applicant meets all required qualifications and additional requirements.

1) Resume
2) Cover Letter

External candidates upload all documents in the Application Document section of your application.
Current WSU Employees (internal candidates) before starting your Workday application please use these instructions to update your education and experience in your worker profile in Workday. Internal candidates upload all documents in the Resume/Cover Letter section of your application.

Documents may be submitted as one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF if possible.

Reference contact information will be requested later in the recruitment process through Workday.

Background Check: This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34 engages in law enforcement requires security clearance interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity has access to personal identifying and/or financial information unsupervised access to university buildings/property or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

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Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply including members of the military and veterans and persons with disabilities.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

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