Fairfield University
Advancement Services Data Specialist
Fairfield, CT · Contract
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About the role
- Advancement Strategic Operations - Advancement Technology & Information Services
- Senior Director, Advancement Technology & Information Services
Responsibilities
- Develop a thorough understanding of Advancement systems, data structure, and relationships among records.
- Accurately enter and maintain constituent, biographical, relationship, and other data from various sources in accordance with established standards.
- Perform quality checks on completed work and maintain documentation of data changes and established processes.
- Serve as the primary liaison for document imaging and storage inclusive of scanning, indexing, uploading, testing, and training.
- Recommend and implement corrections for individual records or batch cleanups.
- Prepare, validate, and reconcile data files for import to ensure adherence to standards.
- Develop and maintain documentation for recurring data processes and process improvements.
- Load a resume or CV first, then upload supporting documents including a cover letter at the bottom of the third page under the "My Experience" section where it says to upload a Resume/CV.
- You will be able to upload up to 5 other documents in this section.
- You will be unable to edit your application, so please have all documents available before applying.
Requirements
- Experience in data entry, management, record maintenance, and administrative/financial systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify data anomalies.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office with a focus on the utilization of Excel and the ability to learn new technical systems and procedures.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Nice to have
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
- Experience with a fundraising CRM or constituent database with a strong preference for experience with Blackbaud Raiser's Edge (Database & NXT).
- Familiarity with data governance standards.
- Proficiency in data imports, batch processing, and database maintenance.
- Familiarity with budget administration, expense processing, or financial reconciliation (WorkDay).
- Proficiency in the use of document imaging software (DocFinity) for scanning, indexing, software upgrade testing, and training facilitation.
- Compensation: $32.71- $35.71 hourly
- Advancement - Staff Performs such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.
Skills
- The Specialist will utilize numerous tools including batch-processing capabilities to improve efficiency and reduce manual data entry.
- Utilize query, import, and other tools to replace manual entry and improve workflow efficiency.
Compensation
- $32.71- $35.71 hourly
- This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Benefits
- Eligible employees may receive health, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefits, and other benefits according to institutional policy.
- Fairfield University Benefits
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