Job Description

Job Summary/Basic Function:

Responsible for the development, maintenance and oversight of the prospect research program within the Development Office of University Advancement.

Located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Millersville University of Pennsylvania is one of the 10 public universities of Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education. Our pillars of distinction include exceptionally strong student-faculty relationships, numerous programs of distinction, a beautiful campus and vibrant location, and successful job placement for our students. Our students' success, both inside and outside of the classroom, is our highest priority, and we provide numerous opportunities to facilitate their academic, personal, and social growth and development. Almost 70 baccalaureate programs are available for our 6,000 students to find their path. Approximately one thousand graduate students enroll in 21 master's and three doctoral programs. Our faculty are highly respected in their fields and dedicated to the success of students in the classroom, research labs, and in campus life. Over 66,000 alumni live in all 50 states and in 72 countries around the world. We seek individuals who embrace and value our EPPIIC values of exploration, public mission, professionalism, inclusion, integrity, and compassion.

Annual Salary: $44,890, plus comprehensive benefits starting on the first day of employment, including:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance .
• Group life insurance
• Voluntary Group Life and Accident Insurance – available for purchase
• Long Term Disability Insurance – available for purchase
• Retirement
• Tuition waiver
• Vacation leave
• Personal leave
• Sick leave
• Holiday leave

The State System Employee Benefits Summary can be found at .

At Millersville University we are committed to fostering a learning and working environment that promotes the intersectionality of diversity to foster a climate of inclusion. Employing our EPPIIC values and the principles of Inclusive Excellence, we hold that an inclusive community is a core value that is an essential part of the foundation for our learning and working environment. Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer and, in compliance with federal and state laws and university policy, is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented populations are encouraged to apply.

Required Qualifications:

• Three years of advanced clerical or para-professional experience or equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Demonstrated experience with database management and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to:
  • solve problems.
  • handle multiple, complex tasks with accuracy and attention to detail while maintaining a professional demeanor in fast-paced work environment.
  • maintain confidentiality.
  • work independently.
  • Become familiar with academic and office policies.

• Experience in writing and editing logical and detailed reports.
• Excellent customer service and oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated evidence of commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Valid driver's license.
• Successful interview.
• Successful completion of three background checks.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.
• Two to three (2-3) years experience in philanthropy in higher education fundraising or a non-profit environment or related entity.
• Two to three (2-3) years experience in prospect research/management.
• Two to three (2-3) years knowledge of computer database systems (Banner preferred) and software packages (Hyperion, LexisNexis, Wealth Engine preferred), especially in a Windows environment (Microsoft Office: Word, Excel and PowerPoint) for personal computers, computer logic concepts and on-line systems.
• Two to three (2-3) years of electronic database search experience.

Essential Functions:

Working Conditions and Physical Effort – (Essential Functions)

• No or very limited physical effort required.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risks.
• Extensive writing skills (prepare and organize complex documents).
• Extensive verbal communication skills (provide information and assistance regularly).
• Basic math skills.
• Most work done at a desk, utilizing a computer and phone.
• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Understanding of written and verbal directions.
• Ability to sit for long lengths of time.
• Must be able to lift/pull/push up to 10 pounds.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

· This position is represented by a labor union and is subject to the terms and conditions of the AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Ability to work on campus.

Days Worked: Monday - Friday

Hours/Shift worked: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Quicklink for Posting/Requisition: 11913

About Millersville University of Pennsylvania

Millersville University is a top-ranked university in the North, with more than 100programs, some of which are uniquely distinctive to the region and nation. We have a strong academic history guided by industry-leading professors. Our faculty members are recognized to be fiercely passionate about their students’ overall success. Our student body is rich in diversity and is known to be enthusiastically driven towards excellence while being socially conscious. Our beautiful 250-acre campus contains classic architecture, mixed with state-of-the-art, energy-saving structures and a historic pond with two resident swans. Access to extraordinary faculty, a historical campus setting and an extremely high job-placement rating are the reasons our alumni rate us as a smart life choice.

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Job Tags

Holiday work, Shift work, Monday to Friday,

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