"Prospect Researcher I, Office of Advancement & Alumni Engagement"

Position Information

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.

Salary Range: $41,000 annualized with flexibility, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.

Job Type: Full Time

Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on the listed close date. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume and Cover Letter are required

Job Summary

The Prospect Researcher I is responsible for conducting and facilitating research on individuals, private businesses, public corporations, and philanthropic foundations and integrating data gathered from various public and published sources into a computer system for retrieval and analysis in support of the Office of Advancement & Alumni Engagement. This role provides skilled knowledge in performing research in support of development activities.

Core Responsibilities

1. Performs prospect identification and research; meets with development staff to support activities, initiatives and programs.
2. Collaborates with development staff to develop prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation, and overall fundraising strategies.
3. Advises development staff regarding new prospect possibilities; consults on the feasibility of research requests and special projects.
4. Creates profile reports tailored to specific goals and/or objectives; maintains, tracks and stores profile data.
5. Maintains and updates policies and procedures for the prospect research programs; proposes changes and modifications.
6. Reviews local and national news, business publications, economic trends and business development keeping abreast of prospect information; provides relevant information to development staff.
7. Manages research information services and negotiates annual contracts.
8. Maintains and upholds the professional and ethical standards set forth by the Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement (APRA).
9. Develops and maintains professional relationships with local prospect researchers and national and local associations.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• One year of professional experience in prospect research or data collection and analysis in a development, financial institution, legal or related industry.
• This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three years of professional experience in prospect research or data collection and analysis for a financial institution or related industry.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong analytical, writing, organizational, and communication skills.
• Understanding of basic legal and financial processes.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to evaluate complex business and financial data.
• Ability to handle highly confidential material with discretion.
• Proven analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, as well as strong intuitive skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Working Conditions

• Office environment.

Physical Demands

• Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary, if walking and standing are required, only occasionally.

This position will work both on campus and remotely in Texas. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.