Fund Development Specialists

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Open Date 11/04/2026 Requisition Number PRN46674B Job Title Fund Development Specialists Working Title Data Strategy Analyst for Institutional Fundraising Career Progression Track P00 Track Level P2 - Developing, P1 - Entry Level Pro FLSA Code Administrative Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Standard Hours per Week 40 Full Time or Part Time? Full Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary

Monday through Friday, 8:00-5:00

VP Area President Department 00289 - Development Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $40,000 to $60,000 Close Date 12/31/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary

The Data Strategy Analyst for Institutional Fundraising supports pipeline development for the Institutional Fundraising team through program reporting and analysis. Additionally, this role will assist with compiling and ensuring the accuracy of audience segmentation data for solicitations and stewardship efforts.

This role reports to the Associate Director of Data Strategy and Operations, and will collaborate with teams across University Advancement. The incumbent will play a critical role in analyzing the university's annual giving pool and pipeline, engaging in data analytics initiatives that generate actionable insights to maximize annual giving revenue and volume of donors. A successful data analyst is a key partner in moving donors through the giving continuum from acquisition to major or planned gift discussions.

This role will assist in preparing for direct appeal and stewardship campaigns that are undertaken by partners across the University of Utah. This requires having a comprehensive understanding of our data, with an ability to understand requests from marketing partners. As such, this role will translate general data needs into targeted requests to the Information Services team, before technically preparing the data for final use. Accuracy and an attention to detail are a must.

Please note, the posted salary range reflects the compensation range within which we will make an offer. Offers are determined based on qualifications, skills, and experience. Placement at the top of the range is reserved for candidates who demonstrate exceptional qualifications and experience directly aligned with the role.

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Responsibilities

• Create outreach campaigns for the Leadership Annual Giving team in our CRM; assist in identifying prospects for regional travel; create prospect and donor lists to be used by the Student Philanthropy & Engagement Center (30%)
• Request data from the Information Services team for direct outreach for campus partners; ensure the accuracy of included data for direct appeals; prepare donor and prospect information for direct mail partners; ensure that gifts received through appeals are properly recorded in the University CRM (30%)
• Assist the Associate Director in strategically identifying viable prospects for cultivation, solicitation and stewardship (20%)
• Supporting colleagues through analyzing donor trends to inform outreach strategies; summarizing findings to influence actionable departmental decisions (10%)
• Lead out on verifying the accuracy data created by the team; work alongside the Associate Director to identify opportunities for operational efficiencies; other duties as assigned (10%)

Minimum Qualifications

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (Example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Department may hire employee at one of the following job levels:

Fund Development Specialists, I: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience or a master's (or equivalency) degree.

Fund Development Specialists, II: Requires a bachelor's (or equivalency) + 4 years or a master's (or equivalency) + 2 years of directly related work experience.

Preferences

• If you are someone who is curious, confident and humble, you're likely a good fit for this role. Having a knack for the following will help, too:
• Bachelors degree in data science, statistics, economics, mathematics, education, or a related quantitative field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Process oriented mindset, someone who is always asking "what are ways we can improve this process for the future?"
• Capable in using programming tools to clean, analyze and synthesize data (Python, R, Excel, etc)
• Strong communication skills, with a proven ability to synthesize data for non-technical audiences
• Organization is a necessity, with a demonstrated ability to sequence multiple projects with strict deadlines
• Committed to working in an environment that fosters belonging, collaboration, empowerment, and integrity

Type Benefited Staff Special Instructions Summary

Believe it or not, a human on our team will read all your submitted materials. Having a personable, compelling and tailored cover letter will be advantageous to your application.

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.

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As per University of Utah policy 5-108: Transfer of Benefits Eligible Staff Members, a new hire to the University of Utah who is still serving a 12 month probationary period will not be hired into another University of Utah job (a transfer) until the successful completion of the probationary period.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • What is your highest level of completed education?

• None

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

• Associate Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree

• Doctorate Degree

• • How many years of related work experience do you have?

• Less than 6 years

• 6 years or more, but less than 9 years

• 9 years or more, but less than 12 years

• 12 years or more, but less than 15 years

• 15 years or more

• • Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B status)?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References

Optional Documents