"Prospect Research Officer"

Job Details

Prospect Research Officer

Division: Institutional Advancement

Department/Office: Institutional Advancement (IA)

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St. Catherine University is seeking a full-time Prospect Research Officer to join its Institutional Advancement team, supporting the university's fundraising and development efforts through research and analysis of prospective donors.

The Prospect Researcher is responsible for the planning and implementation of a comprehensive program to assist in identifying and researching prospects and donors. This includes collecting, organizing, analyzing and disseminating information to gift officers and University leadership.

Responsibilities Include:

• Strategic Prospect Management
  • Develop, implement, and oversee a comprehensive prospect, portfolio, and Moves Management (MM) plan.
  • Provide monthly reports to vice president regarding complement of prospects in portfolios, time in stage, and other data in support of MM.
  • Prospects are organized for MM in a strategic and prioritized system.
• Research briefings & meeting preparation
  • Prepare current, detailed research briefings on prospects and/or groups of prospects for Senior Vice President, Vice President, Major Gift Officers and other staff as needed.
  • Using information gathered in research, update CRM Advance with new information.
• Prospect Qualification
  • Screen and vet major gift prospects using external tools (e.g. iWave).
  • Develop prioritized prospect pools for fundraising assignment.
  • Own the organizational structure in CRM Advance for prospect scorings.
• Data Management
  • Participate and contribute to the formulation of the University's development planning as it pertains to information systems.
  • Update and create the processes and procedures of prospect management and related infrastructure support services (ie. CRM Advance).
  • Complete analysis on constituent groups and other data.
  • Manage data enhancements and quality initiatives.

Employees at St. Kate's feel a deep connection to the University's Mission and Vision, and they live their values at work. Benefits available to full-time employees include:

• Fourteen (14) paid holidays and paid "gift" days when the University is closed.
• Free tuition for employees and reduced tuition for their families after one year of service
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 403b retirement plan access
• Accrued sick time
• Paid parental leave after one year of service

Specific information on all of our available benefits for full-time employees can be found HERE.

St. Catherine University in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a comprehensive Catholic university and home to one of the nation's largest colleges for women, with associate and graduate programs for all genders. Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1905, the University integrates liberal arts and professional education within the Catholic traditions of intellectual inquiry and social teaching. Committed to excellence and opportunity, St. Catherine enrolls students in certificate, associate, baccalaureate, master's and doctoral programs in traditional day and evening/weekend/online formats.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's Degree in business or nonprofit administration, information management, journalism, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MLIS or master's degree in a relevant subject area, or equivalent, extensive investigative and research skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in non-profit philanthropic prospect research methods of information acquisition, including use of online and printed sources of information. Show initiative in identifying new sources of information, as they become necessary and/or available.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and synthesize personal, professional, and giving capacity data from a wide variety of sources.
• Ability to organize and manage a diverse range of assignments and projects with high efficiency, yet thorough attention to detail and follow through.
• Demonstrated competence in a variety of computer applications, including database, spreadsheet and word processing programs.
• Appreciation of the mission, purpose and values of a comprehensive university.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately and with discretion.
• Ability to adjust to changing priorities and meet deadlines.

We seek creative, adaptable staff who enjoy working in a university climate that promotes cultural diversity, multicultural understanding, and cultural fluency. Consistent with the university's commitment to women, diversity and social justice, preference will be given to candidates who manifest these themes in their experience and service.

Application instructions:

Posting Number: 20220780-STAFF

Posting Start Date: 11/19/2025

Application Deadline: 12/4/2025

To apply, visit https://stcatherine.peopleadmin.com/postings/10428

Compensation: The salary is $51,396.80 - $71,947.20 depending on qualifications and experience.

The salary range listed reflects a good-faith estimate of what we reasonably anticipate to pay for this position, based on market data and internal equity, at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, skills, and other relevant factors. St. Catherine reserves the right to modify or adjust compensation depending on University needs. St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to "love of neighbor without distinction" and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups that have traditionally had less representation in higher education are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us at hr@stkate.edu or 651-690-6565.