Prospect Development Analyst, Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement [R0148656]

Prospect Development Analyst

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for a Prospect Development Analyst, Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement.

Role of the Position

The Prospect Development Analyst plays a vital role in advancing fundraising efforts by serving as a strategic partner to frontline fundraisers, Colleges, Schools, and administrative units. This position identifies, assesses, and qualifies major gift prospects through in-depth research and data analysis to expand and prioritize the donor pipeline. The Analyst manages and optimizes the prospect management system, maintains data integrity within the donor CRM, and ensures timely, accurate deliverables by coordinating with internal stakeholders. The role regularly monitors and reports on fundraising activity for accuracy and alignment with Prospect Management Guidelines, while providing actionable insights to support donor engagement, inform fundraising strategy, and drive prospects through the giving cycle.

About the UNLV Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement

The Division of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement (PAE) fosters relationships with alumni, friends, corporations, and foundations and encourages private financial support for the students, faculty, research, and innovative programs that distinguish UNLV as an exceptional university.

PAE currently employs nearly 100 team members. We seek to hire talented professionals who will share the university's vision for excellence in academics and research, as well as a commitment to the relationships built between UNLV and its alumni and friends.

UNLV is a vibrant campus, a supportive workplace, and has tools to help you achieve professional and personal growth. We offer a variety of career opportunities and generous compensation packages.

Living Our Values

As a team member of PAE, you will be part of a growing, inclusive division that values integrity, trust, excellence, teamwork, and respect.

Minimum Qualifications

This position requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and / or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and 1-2 years of prospect development-related experience in a development, advancement services, fundraising, or nonprofit setting.

Commitment to Diversity and Campus Values

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

Salary

Salary is competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

Benefits of Working at UNLV

Competitive total rewards package including :

• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
• No state income tax
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

Perks & Programs

How to Apply

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Materials should be addressed to the Search Committee Chair.

Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates' materials will begin on September 5, 2025. Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted.

Profile of the University

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

EEO / AA Statement

The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person's age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Title IX Statement

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University's commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment.

Safety and Security Statement

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security.

Job Category

Administrative Faculty, Exempt, 100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member's first day of employment.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks. For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment. All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided). Recruitments that provide a work schedule are subject to change based on organizational needs.