Job Posting

San Jose State University

Development Research Analyst (Requisition Number: 13296)

Salary range:  $3,845 - $5,770/month (Hiring Range: $3,845 - $5,000/month)

Job Summary:

The Development Unit within University Advancement is responsible 

for all activities related to the generation and stewardship of philanthropic 

support for San José State University. These activities include major gifts, 

annual giving and special gifts, charitable gift planning, corporate and 

foundation giving, as well as individual giving initiatives undertaken through 

the university’s seven colleges, the library, and the division of student affairs.

Job Duties:

Reporting to and under the general direction of the Director of Development 

Research and Operations, the Development Research Analyst is responsible for 

identifying, researching and analyzing prospects for major gift cultivation and 

solicitation. The Development Research Analyst independently and proactively 

identifies/qualifies prospective individual, corporate and foundation major donors 

consistent with the university’s priorities and objectives and ensures the existence 

of a continuous supply of major donor prospects to support and meet ongoing 

fundraising goals.


Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Plan and execute strategies to identify sources of major gifts ($25,000 +)

- Recommend strategies for cultivation and solicitation in consultation with 

development officers

- Analyze and assess information from numerous sources and present results in a clear, 

concise manner

- Evaluate research results to develop and implement further research strategies

- Write documents (profiles, briefs, memos) using styles, grammar and content 

appropriate to the specific audience

- Participate in and contribute to the formulation of policies related to the processes 

and procedures of prospect management and related infrastructure support activities

Job Requirements:

A bachelor’s degree in a related field and/or equivalent training and 

experience, an advanced degree is a plus. Additionally, we require two years of 

experience in prospect research, development, library research or related field, 

preferably in an academic or non-profit environment. Experience in library and on-line 

research and maintaining related files and databases is preferred. Experience or 

familiarity with Benefactor and/or SunGard Higher Education (formerly BSR Advance) is 

desired.


The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

- Strong written and verbal communication skills

- Ability to work in a detail oriented environment

- Aptitude for logical thinking and a commitment to professional ethics

- Ability to effectively establish and maintain cooperative working relationships 
within a diverse multicultural environment

- Knowledge of fundraising

- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately and with 

discretion

- Familiarity with datamining concepts and techniques

- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure

- Knowledge of prospect research tools and techniques

Contact:

Human Resources www.sjsu.edu/hr

One Washington Square

San Jose, Ca 95192-0046

Phone: 408-924-2250

Fax: 408-924-2257

Email: hrsg@sjsu.edu 


Required Application Material:

- Résumé

- Letter of interest

- SJSU Employment Application


SJSU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to nondiscrimination 

on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender 

status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, or covered veteran’s status 

consistent with applicable federal and state laws. Reasonable accommodations will be 

provided for applicants with disabilities who self disclose.

Email: hrsg@sjsu.edu

Web: www.sjsu.edu/hr