Assistant Director of Data Management

Ball State   Muncie, IN   Full-time     Administration / Clerical
Posted on April 1, 2024
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Position Title

Assistant Director of Data Management

About this Opportunity

Would you like to work with an energetic group of staff at a unified foundation, one with no barriers between advancement, alumni relations, and stewardship? Now is your chance to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to reinventing higher education through philanthropy and cutting-edge partnerships.

The Ball State University Foundation currently has an opening for an Assistant Director of Data Management, who will play a key role in what is the most ambitious fundraising campaign in BSU history. If you're looking for a high-achieving work environment with a culture of camaraderie and a mission to change lives, check out the job details below.

Our Statement on Inclusiveness

At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness' as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.' As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellenceand freedom of expression.

Benefits and Community

Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. Click here to explore options.
  • Affordable Healthcare
  • Retirement
  • Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Professional Development
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FLSA

Administrative Exemption

Hrs/Week

40

Length of Assignment

Full-Time At-Will

Position Function

As a member of the Advancement Services and Prospect Development team and reporting to the Senior Director of Advancement Services, the Assistant Director of Data Management takes a leading role in managing projects through the development, implementation and execution of process improvement initiatives that support the functions of Ball State University Foundation.

The Assistant Director is also responsible for data management activities such as imports from external data sources, training on best practices for data entry and developing or providing quality data extracts and reports that are used across Foundation teams that support strategic initiatives. Partners with the Advancement Services data integrity team to ensure all processes are aligned and consistent with data integrity practices.

Minimum Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or Associate's degree along with two or more additional years of related experience will be accepted in lieu of an associate's degree.

Minimum Experience

At least one year of related experience.

Minimum Other
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to think critically and make decisions in validating large data sets. Problem solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate and interact well with people of all ages and diversity.
  • Ability to effectively manage multiple projects, organize work, and meet deadlines.
  • Excellent attention to detail and high degree of accuracy.
  • Curiosity with technology.
  • Ability to edit and check the work of others and maintain a high degree of confidentiality and responsibility regarding information related to Foundation and University business and confidential constituent information.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office products with a focus on Word, Excel, Outlook, and OneDrive.
Authorization to work in the US

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Education

Preferred Experience
  • Two or more years of experience in project management, record-keeping and/or data integrity projects.
  • Experience in a higher education setting.
  • Experience with relational databases.
  • Knowledge of higher education and university advancement operations.
  • Knowledge of Blackbaud Raiser's Edge, Raiser's Edge NXT, Salesforce, Ellucian Advance or other advancement CRM platforms.
Preferred Other

Familiarity with EverTrue, ThankView, or Fundraiser Performance Management.

Pre-Employment Screening

Requires successful completion of a background check.

Position Title(s) Supervised

None.

Required Certifications

EEO Statement

Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

About Ball State University

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

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Department

BSUF Advancement Services and IT:115007

Department Information

The minimum salary for this position is $45,000.

Department Email or Phone Number

foundation@bsu.edu

Duties & Responsibilities

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1

Job Duty

Develop, execute and manage the implementation of projects involving processes for uploads/imports that generate efficiencies in the creation or updating of biographical data on alumni, donor and organization records in the alumni and donor database. Develop and implement procedures for performing gift processing imports or uploads of large data sets into donor database. Train staff and oversee student workers on correct procedures to maintain healthy data. Utilize critical analysis to arrive at decisions involving validating large data sets.

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2

Job Duty

Manage the sources of data to and from affiliated internal platforms and donor database system through imports, reports and data extracts that support the activities of annual giving, alumni engagement and donor stewardship, e.g. emails, digital communication, alumni online community and the alumni directory.

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3

Job Duty

Partner with University offices and campus partners on the accurate and timely sharing of data used for the recording of gifts and constituent information. Support the management and execution of the import process of data from Banner such as new graduates, parents, and employees.

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4

Job Duty

Develop and train in data extracts or reports that are used by Foundation teams (Development, Annual Giving/Strategy, Alumni Engagement, Donor Relations, etc.) to further their strategic initiatives. Produce data extracts or reports as necessary to support these initiatives.

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5

Job Duty

In collaboration with Director of Records Management and the data integrity team, develop proactive strategies to constantly improve the integrity of the data in the database. Create high-quality, reliable reports, audits and statistics to monitor data integrity, database changes, address accuracy.

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6

Job Duty

Support the creation, revision and updating of department data policies, procedures and standards. Maintain procedure manual and edit written processes and procedures related data entry as needed.. Make recommendations regarding system efficiencies, staffing and policies pertaining to database and records administration.

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7

Job Duty

Research, track trends and identify tools and resources that support data enrichment and the importing of gifts and records; make recommendations that are most appropriate for specific information needs and manage the implementation of such tools and resources.

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8

Job Duty

In conjunction with Prospect Development team, produce trip or event lists, including needed prospect ratings and data. Develop, implement and/or perform global adds or updates to solicitor assignments, ratings, metrics.

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9

Job Duty

Manage multiple projects at one time and meet deadlines.

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10

Job Duty

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

202401519P

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

04/29/2024

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

03/29/2024

Applications Accepted Through Date

04/15/2024

Open Until Filled

No

Information regarding transcripts

The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.

Special Instructions Summary

Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University's enduring values, including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.'

Supplemental Questions

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    Applicant Documents
    Required Documents
    1. Resume
    2. Cover Letter
    Optional Documents
    1. Undergraduate Transcripts
    2. Letter of Recommendation 1
    3. Master's Transcripts