Hi All,
I'm leaving my position at Virginia's Community Colleges/Virginia Foundation for Community College Education effective July 1 for a new opportunity. As such, my team is looking for someone to fill my position, Advancement Services and Prospect Research Manager. For more info and to apply, visit VCCS Careers<https://nam03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fvccs.interviewexchange.com%2Fjobofferdetails.jsp%3Bjsessionid%3DD7D6BAE29008D53A2C4A35D28C1832B1%3FJOBID%3D111598&data=02%7C01%7Ckjohnson%40vccs.edu%7C275b28dee5794150d6f708d6ee746678%7C0f58dc2cac9c44f6bdba3b0d404475e9%7C0%7C0%7C636958581041216289&sdata=nJMv9u0mr64VTllYAjdsML5A37u0JLrZ9hsvp1BiIHA%3D&reserved=0>. Although the posting says expertise in DonorPerfect is required, really expertise in any of the CRMs/databases will do the trick. I've found DPO to be pretty intuitive and easy to pick up.
About Virginia Community College System:
The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is a group of experienced and highly motivated individuals in a community-friendly work environment supporting our important public service mission and our Strategic Plan, Complete 2021. We educate 225,000 credit students annually and over 150,000 non-credit students at 23 Community Colleges with over 40 campus locations. Our mission is to provide comprehensive higher education and workforce training programs and services of superior quality that are financially and geographically accessible and that meet the individual, business, and community needs of the Commonwealth. The VCCS aims to become a model institution for diversity and invites multicultural professionals from all backgrounds to contribute to its aspiration for building an inclusive community where everyone is given equal opportunity to reach their full potential. If you are looking for a new challenge and like a high-energy environment making a difference in people's lives, then you'll love working with Virginia's Community Colleges.
Job Description:
The Advancement Services and Prospect Research Manager provides a comprehensive range of prospect research, analysis, data analytics, prospect management, data-mining and database management in order to successfully execute the flow of prospects into and through the major donor pipeline. The manager will establish systems, adhere to guidelines and apply technical solutions to minimize risk, maximize system efficiency.
Requirements:
Required:
* Expertise in DonorPerfect, including the ability to make database system modifications, produce queries and reports, and update records. Knowledge and understanding of best practices in DonorPerfect administration and management.
* Demonstrated ability to perform research on individuals, foundations, and corporations at a high level using a variety of resources. Understand what constitutes relevant and strategic information and how to analyze the data to support prospect development
* Proficient in conceptualizing and developing proactive prospecting methodologies to support organizational goals and understand the role of prospect research in a sophisticated development program
* Knowledge of current trends in prospect management, prospect research, and fundraising campaigns.
* Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills, including strong written and verbal skills.
* Ability to appropriately handle confidential and sensitive information with the highest professional and ethical standards.
* A Bachelor's degree or combination of relevant education and experience that provide the required level of knowledge, skills and ability to successfully perform the functions of the job requirements
Preferred:
* Crystal Reports
* RelSci
* LexisNexis
* Graduate degree
Additional Information:
The VCCS System Office is located in the beautiful Arboretum Business Park off of Midlothian Turnpike in southwest of Richmond. Please keep this in mind as you consider this position.
This position is a state classified position. All classified employees new to the Commonwealth of Virginia will serve a 12-month probationary period. The VCCS offers competitive compensation along with excellent benefits and opportunity for career development.
Hiring Range: $46,087 - $61,358. Salary commensurate with education and work experience.
For information on benefit offerings, go to: Classified State Benefits<https://nam03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fcdn.vccs.edu%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2013%2F07%2FClassified-Staff-Benefits.pdf&data=02%7C01%7Ckjohnson%40vccs.edu%7C275b28dee5794150d6f708d6ee746678%7C0f58dc2cac9c44f6bdba3b0d404475e9%7C0%7C0%7C636958581041226286&sdata=TMNhejYlil6k7%2BGTYrvVMi9jwXIQtnuGEe3l%2BHUkCqo%3D&reserved=0>
About the Richmond Area: The Blue Ridge Mountains and the Atlantic Ocean are within 1 1/2 hours. We have the beautiful James River, wonderful restaurants, shopping, kayaking, fishing, boating, state of the art hospitals, world class museums, major historical sites, shows, concerts and festivals, automobile racing, and much, much, more.
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, qualified applicants must complete the online information section<https://vccs.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=111598> and questions, and attach a resume and cover letter with salary requirements for consideration. This position will remain open until filled, however, first consideration will be given to applicants who apply by June 24, 2018.
Reference, background, and e-Verify checks are required for all VCCS positions.
The Virginia Community College System is committed to fostering, cultivating, and sustaining a culture of diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The VCCS encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, and those with disabilities in our effort to reflect our diverse society.
Kristen M. Johnson
Advancement Services & Prospect Research Manager
The Virginia Foundation for Community College Education
300 Arboretum Place, Suite 200, Richmond, VA 23236
E:
kjohnson@vccs.edu<mailto:
kjohnson@vccs.edu> T: (804) 819-4796
www.vfcce.org