Prospect Management Analyst - University Advancement

Washington University in St. Louis

Last Updated: 1/28/2026 12:44:55 AM

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Current Days Open
12
Reqs Seen
3
Current Min Salary
$53,100.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$90,600.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
24.7
First Seen
1/17/2026
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$53,100.00 (Yearly)
8/31/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$90,600.00 (Yearly)
8/31/2026

Full Job Description

Scheduled Hours 37.5 Position Summary The Prospect Management Analyst role is an exciting opportunity for an early- to mid-career professional who wants to be part of a dynamic and entrepreneurial team. This position will partner with the Individual Giving team to identify and assign top prospects, provide high-level data analysis to optimize gift officers portfolios, prepare for quarterly prospect management consultations, contribute to data integrity initiatives, and gather and analyze data for ongoing partnership with frontline fundraisers and leadership. This position is a part of the Prospect Management team and works with Prospect Management Consultants and a Senior Associate Director to assist with portfolio management for various teams within the Individual Giving team. This position is a full-time, benefits-eligible role on campus with an optional Friday remote work day. The Prospect Management Analyst will report to the Senior Associate Director of Prospect Management. Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Creation and management of the Individual Giving gift officer queues and processes, including: Continuously building and optimizing qualification queues for gift officers. Prioritizing queues to identify top prospects. Collaborating with Prospect Research to identify current donors who are Leadership or Major gift prospects. Liaise with the Individual Giving vertical, Prospect Research, and Data Analytics to: Manage the prospect assignment process. Maintain and serve as a subject matter expert on WashU prospect management guidelines and Prospect Management best practices. Analyze and curate data for audits and consultations at the direction of the Senior Associate Director. Collaborate with the Annual Giving PMC to manage prospect assignments across capacity lanes. Provide critical support in the management, maintenance, and integrity of prospect data in CRM. Perform other duties as assigned. Working Conditions: Job Location/Working Conditions Normal office environment Ability to travel to various on- and off-campus locations Physical Effort Typically sitting at a desk or table Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement Equipment Office equipment The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time. Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree Certifications/Professional Licenses: No specific certification/professional license is required for this position. Work Experience: Relevant Experience (2 Years) Skills: Not Applicable Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position. More About This Job Preferred Qualifications: Strong client service orientation. Ability to train/coach clients on complex concepts and business practices. Ability to compile, report, and analyze information from diverse sources. Ability to understand problems from a broad, interactive perspective and conceive strategic solutions. This position is located in St. Louis, MO and the targeted hiring range for this position is $53,100 - $62,000. Preferred Qualifications Education: No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Certifications/Professional Licenses: No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Work Experience: No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Skills: Analytical Thinking, Analyzing Reports, Client Coaching, Client Service, Communication, Confidential Data Handling, Critical Thinking, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Utilization, Data Interpretations, Dataset Management, Datasets, Deadline Management, Detail-Oriented, Fundraising, Fundraising Software, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Organizing, Problem Solving, Prospect Development, Prospect Management, Prospect Research, Relationship Building, Salesforce (Software), Strategic Solutions Grade G11 Salary Range $53,100.00 - $90,600.00 / Annually The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget. Questions For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ. Accommodation If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Pre-Employment Screening All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening. Benefits Statement Personal Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time. Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance. Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%. Wellness Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more! Family We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? Weve got you covered. WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us. For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ EEO Statement Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the Universitys policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply. Q: Can I create a job alert to notify me when jobs of interest are posted? A: Yes! After you create a Candidate Home account, you can set up and manage job alerts to be sent to you either daily or weekly, according to the filters you select. You can add, edit, or delete job alerts at any time. You will need to opt in to communications from WashU when you set up your first alert and will only receive alerts for jobs posted after the alert has been created. Set alerts today so you do not miss any new opportunities! Washington University in St. Louis' collective success is significantly attributed to the passion and outstanding efforts of our community. Our staff, faculty and trainees are committed to excellence and dedicated to carrying out our missions of research, teaching and patient care. WashU prides itself on being a place where people matter, and serious work is done. Our people work together in an inclusive community that celebrates diverse perspectives, collaboration and innovation. We are a community of individuals inspired to work together to develop big ideas and tackle challenging problems. We value the well-being of our people. WashU strives to create a positive employee experience where staff, faculty and trainees thrive, both personally and professionally. Our employees find meaning, connection and vitality in their work and life with a healthy work-life balance and support to learn, grow and make an impact at WashU, the community and the world. Useful Links Who We Are Human Resources Benefits Living in St. Louis Frequently Asked Questions Accommodation If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. Regulatory Postings Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Poster (English; Spanish)

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