Research Assistant Director
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Position Details Position Details About the Institution Indiana State University is a Tier 2 national University with a Carnegie classification of doctoral/research. Nationally ranked and accredited, we are in Terre Haute, IN and have been recognized by the Princeton Review and the Wall Street Journal among the best universities in the Midwest. Indiana State is one of the most diverse college campuses in Indiana and home to a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff representing nearly every U.S. state and 36 countries around the world. Our beautiful, active, pedestrian-friendly campus is located within walking distance of local shops, restaurants, and activities in Terre Haute's historic downtown district. Situated near the Indiana-Illinois border, we are located 70 miles southwest of Indianapolis and within a few hours of major metropolitan centers in St. Louis, Chicago, and Louisville. On campus, there are 160 student-run organizations, an expansive Student Recreation Center, a Performing Arts Series, and University Speakers Series, among other attractions. Indiana State Athletics, known as the Fighting Sycamores, Â fields 15 NCAA Division I athletic teams in the Missouri Valley Conference. Ranked nationally for social mobility, Indiana State University transforms the lives of our students through experiential learning, community engagement, and career readiness, serving as a dynamic educational partner for businesses and industries throughout the Midwest. Our faculty provide instruction in small class sizes that provide opportunities for personalized instruction and feedback. Indiana State supports and recognizes faculty research and scholarship, providing an internal grants resource pool and other forms of support, and awarding faculty research honors each spring. Indiana State University is a place of belonging where students, faculty, and staff learn, thrive, and grow together. Indiana State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, status as an individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, political views or activity, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including recruiting, hiring, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and applicable apprenticeships. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability, you may contact us at Comments to Applicants Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. for other than practical training. The university will not provide visa sponsorship for this position. This position is open until filled. The review of applications will begin on December 2, 2024. Job Title Research Assistant Director Department ISU Foundation Operations Work Schedule ISU Foundation hours of operation are 8 am to 4:3 0pm with a one hour lunch period. Notice of Vacancy Number 24-00313 Desired Start Date 01/06/2025 Open Date 11/13/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Job Category Staff-Non-Exempt Professional Job Type Staff - Full-Time Pay Grade 10 Hourly Rate or Salary Range Commensurate with Experience Benefits Associated with this Position Life Insurance: The coverage amount is based on two and one-half times appointment salary rounded up to the next whole thousand with a maximum coverage of $100,000 and includes the same amount of Accidental Death and Dismemberment benefits. The University currently pays the entire cost of coverage.Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug Coverage: The cost of coverage is shared between employees and the University. Rates are determined by participation in Wellness Program and use of tobacco products. Coverage is available on the first of the month following appointment date.TIAA Retirement Contributions: Contributions begin based upon the first day of employment at a contribution rate of ten (10) percent of base appointment salary paid in full by ISU. The contributions are vested immediately. There are 40 investment options from which to choose.TIAA Auto Enroll: New employees are automatically enrolled in a tax deferred retirement program at hire: three (3) percent is deducted before taxes for the program to facilitate retirement planning. Employees may opt out of the program within 90 days.Fee Waiver Program: For the employee, spouse and dependent children: Staff may enroll in up to 18 hours of course work each academic year at a reduced rate.Sick Leave: Accrued at a rate of 12 days per fiscal year with unlimited accumulation.Vacation: Pay level 11 and below accrues up to 15 vacation days earned per year 1 through 4; 20 vacation days per year thereafter. Pay level 12 and above accrues 20 vacation days per yearLong Term Disability Coverage: Employees are eligible after three (3) years of continuous, regular employment with the University. This policy guarantees approved disabled employees a 66 2/3 percent income protection (from all sources) after 180 days of continuous total disability. Immediate participation is available for current members of a comparable group disability insurance program within 90 days prior to ISU employment and that would have provided income protection upon disability for at least five years. Optional Benefits Voluntary Life Insurance: Additional amounts of life insurance may be purchased on employee, spouse and dependent children.Voluntary Vision Plan: May enroll within the first 31 days of employment date. Job Summary/Basic Function Perform and manage research to proactively and systematically identify new prospects and develop cultivation and solicitation strategies with development directors. Monitor the performance of development director prospect pools and provide new prospects and updates to pool. Create and maintain constituent profiles for events and visits to be used by development directors and upper-level University administrators. Create and distribute reports to different groups at the University. Assist with the creation and management of lists and provide backup as needed for list and data requests. Help maintain the database by updating individual or groups of constituent records. Serve as backup for administrative and technological requests from faculty and staff members at the University. Assist with other tasks as assigned. Specific Responsibilities Using Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT and other sources for prospective research, the assistant Director of Research will provide new entries and updates to the prospect pool for development directors. Tools such as LiveAlumni, PeopleFinder, iWave, Google searches, and publicly available records will be used in the creation of this research. Work with development directors to update portfolios. Create and maintain constituent profiles for events and visits attended by development directors and upper-level University administrators, such as the President's Office and members of the President's Cabinet. Create, maintain, and distribute reports to various groups at the University. This includes reports on giving metrics, birthday and deceased lists, weekly gift reports, and other reporting as requested. Assist with list requests as needed. Update constituent records in Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT as new information is collected and assist with maintaining database records and management. Assist with the administrative and technological requests from faculty and staff. This can include granting access and user rights to Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT and other software, troubleshooting issues with systems, and working with OIT on user access and equipment requests. Other tasks and duties as assigned. Required Relevant Education & Experience Education:Bachelor's Degree (4 years); Experience: Two to five years' experience in institutional development focusing on prospect research. Required Field(s) of Study NA Preferred Relevant Education and Experience Experience with Raiser's Edge NXT or other databases. Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Must possess a valid driver's license Other Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Preferred Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Must possess a valid driver's license Preferred Other Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Able to adapt to change, Able to assemble, analyze and present data, Able to learn and retain information, Able to multitask, Able to plan, organize, and implement projects in a timely manner, Able to read English, understand, and follow verbal and written instructions, Able to work both independently and collaboratively, Able to work carefully and politely around others, Able to work well with others, Attention to detail, Demonstration of high ethical standards, integrity, professionalism, politeness, and courteousness, Excellent customer service skills, Excellent interpersonal, organizational, planning, teambuilding and problem solving skills, Excellent leadership skills, Excellent public speaking skills, Experience and knowledge in job related program, Experience in an educational environment preferred, Math and basic accounting skills, Must be able to travel; some overnight travel, when required, Must be comfortable networking with groups or individuals, Professional demeanor, high energy, dynamic personality and excellent communication and interpersonal skills, Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other computer applications, Proven supervisory skills, Proven verbal and written communication skills, Willing to interact with students, Willing to work extended hours during events and peak seasons, when required, Work effectively with a diverse community Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Outstanding analytical, communication, writing, and organizational skills are necessary, and the candidate must be able to excel in a team environment. Qualifications & Disclaimer To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information on this description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. NCAA Guidelines All employees and staff of ISU are bound by all NCAA, Missouri Valley Conference and institutional rules and regulations pertaining to intercollegiate athletics and must conduct themselves in accordance therewith. For more complete information on the duties and obligations of ISU employees and staff in this regard, employees and staff should contact the Compliance Office in the ISU Athletic Department. No ISU employee (whether paid or a volunteer) shall knowingly influence others to furnish the NCAA or an ISU investigator/compliance officer false or misleading information concerning an individual's involvement in or knowledge of matters relevant to a possible violation of an NCAA regulation. Failure to abide by this term of employment shall constitute unethical conduct as defined by the NCAA and may result in immediate suspension and/or termination of the employment relationship with ISU. Position Reappointment Required No Job Duties Essential Duties and Responsibilities Prepare research profiles and assist with research activities including data collection, evaluation and analysis using a wide variety of source material including public documents, legal records, periodicals, computer databases, professional organizations, professional contacts and other electronic sources. Maintain/update on a regular basis all data, electronic and paper files, pertaining to major gift prospects. Provide wealth and research data to the development and alumni teams, the University president, and deans. Work with the development, alumni and operations teams to collaborate across team boundaries regarding database issues. Use sound professional judgment, utilize best practices, be a team player, use and value the importance of philanthropy. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Using the results of wealth screening data, strategize with development officers and monitor their efforts in maximizing the use of that data in their fundraising efforts; i.e., identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship. This includes monthly meetings with each development officer and monthly meetings with the whole development team. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Perform other duties as assigned. #J-18808-Ljbffr