Working Title: Student Prospect Researcher - IE
State Role Title:Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study
Position Type:Institutional Employment
Position Status: Part-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime
College/Division: Advancement Information Services
Department: 100494 - Prospect Development
Pay Rate:Hourly
Specify Range or Amount: $13.50
Is this a JMU only positionN/A
Is this a grant-funded positionNo
Is this a Conflict of Interest designated positionN/A
Beginning Review Date:02/16/2025
About JMU:
Located in the heart of Virginias beautiful Shenandoah Valley the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington D.C. and Richmond VA. With a population of just over 53000 Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in the Commonwealth of Virginia. JMU is a selective public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 20000 undergraduate and 1900 graduate students with over 1000 full-time instructional faculty.
General Information:
This position is in JMU Advancement main objective of this position is to update the information on Accounts within our CRM. This job requires attention to detail critical thinking and a high degree of confidentiality.
Prospect Research
Prospect research is a process that involves gathering and analyzing information about potential donors volunteers and other supporters. Its used by nonprofits development teams and fundraisers to identify high-impact donors.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Duties and Responsibilities
o Using research tools collect analyzed and record information on individuals
o Financial assets
o Biographical
o Professional
o Philanthropic Activities
o Review and analyze existing data in order to create a synopsis on individuals
o Assist in creating dashboards and visualizations to disseminate information to other staff
Qualifications:
- Strong analytical skills and effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a diverse team.
- Knowledge of Microsoft products
- Professional curiosity
Additional Posting Information:
Conditions of Employment:
Students must be degree-seeking students enrolled on at least a half-time basis (6 credits for undergraduate and 5 credits for graduate).
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
EEO Statement:
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age color disability gender identity or expression genetic information national origin parental status political affiliation race religion sex sexual orientation or veteran status.
We promote access inclusion and diversity for all students faculty staff constituents and programs believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: .
Reasonable Accommodation:
If you are a student with a disability and need assistance please contact the Office of Disability Services at or You may also visit the Office of Disability Services located in the Student Success Center Suite 1202 and they will be happy to assist you.
Required Experience:
IC