What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advancement Services Analyst position at Fresno Pacific University?
JOB
The Advancement Services Analyst supports Fresno Pacific University’s fundraising and engagement efforts by maintaining accurate donor and prospect data in Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge and Raiser’s Edge NXT. Reporting to the Director of Advancement Services, this position focuses on generating lists, producing data-driven reports, and performing database cleanup to ensure the reliability of advancement records. The Analyst also cross-trains with the Director of Advancement Services to learn financial and campaign reporting processes. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and adherence to the highest standards of donor confidentiality.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Maintain the accuracy and integrity of donor and constituent records in Raiser’s Edge and Raiser’s Edge NXT.Develop and maintain a reporting calendar/dashboard to manage list requests and workflow.Generate queries, lists, and reports to support advancement leadership, fundraisers, and campus stakeholders.Cross-train with the Director of Advancement Services on financial and campaign reporting, including reconciliation with the Business Office.Implement data entry standards, workflows, and cleanup processes to ensure quality and consistency.Manage annual updates of organizational lists (e.g., board members, government officials).Configure and update security settings in Raiser’s Edge as directed.Conduct prospect research using Research Point and other resources to support gift officer portfolios and pipelines.Serve as backup for gift processing and receipt generation, as needed.Stay current on Raiser’s Edge NXT developments and participate in training opportunities.Provide technical support and training for advancement staff and collaborate with other departments as needed.Leverage Raiser’s Edge to support communications across multiple channels (email, social media, events, forms).Assist with advancement events, including preparation and staffing.Deliver accurate, timely, and complete work across all assigned tasks.Maintain donor confidentiality and comply with university policies, CASE standards, and data governance practices.Demonstrate a commitment to serving and inspiring students and colleagues in a context of a Christian University, integrating your Christian faith into your role and responsibilities.Embrace the mission, vision, and values of Fresno Pacific University, affirm the FPU Faith Expectations, and support the ideals and practices articulated in "The Fresno Pacific Idea”Uphold and advance Fresno Pacific University’s commitment to Christ-centered higher education, holistic student development, and serving diverse communities.Complete tasks timely with work that is comprehensive, complete, and accurateCommunicates clearly, listens attentively, and seeks to understand othersCollaborates productively with colleagues of varying skillset Other job duties as assigned
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
$45,780.00 to $53,040 is the annual starting salary for this role and reflects what Fresno Pacific University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. In addition to compensation, FPU offers a competitive benefits package.This position is based on the Main Campus of Fresno Pacific University in Fresno, CA, but is eligible for remote or hybrid work.Reserving its rights as a religious institution, Fresno Pacific University is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, age or disability, or other classes protected by applicable law. Committed to excellence and actively supportive of cultural diversity, FPU invites individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you should contact FPU’s Human Resources Department at hr@fresno.edu. As a religious institution, the University will administer the equal opportunity employment policy consistent with the Fresno Pacific University statement of faith, the FPU Idea and the University’s governance by the Pacific District Conference of Mennonite Brethren Churches.This information is accurate as of October 24, 2025.
The Advancement Services Analyst supports Fresno Pacific University’s fundraising and engagement efforts by maintaining accurate donor and prospect data in Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge and Raiser’s Edge NXT. Reporting to the Director of Advancement Services, this position focuses on generating lists, producing data-driven reports, and performing database cleanup to ensure the reliability of advancement records. The Analyst also cross-trains with the Director of Advancement Services to learn financial and campaign reporting processes. This role requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and adherence to the highest standards of donor confidentiality.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Maintain the accuracy and integrity of donor and constituent records in Raiser’s Edge and Raiser’s Edge NXT.Develop and maintain a reporting calendar/dashboard to manage list requests and workflow.Generate queries, lists, and reports to support advancement leadership, fundraisers, and campus stakeholders.Cross-train with the Director of Advancement Services on financial and campaign reporting, including reconciliation with the Business Office.Implement data entry standards, workflows, and cleanup processes to ensure quality and consistency.Manage annual updates of organizational lists (e.g., board members, government officials).Configure and update security settings in Raiser’s Edge as directed.Conduct prospect research using Research Point and other resources to support gift officer portfolios and pipelines.Serve as backup for gift processing and receipt generation, as needed.Stay current on Raiser’s Edge NXT developments and participate in training opportunities.Provide technical support and training for advancement staff and collaborate with other departments as needed.Leverage Raiser’s Edge to support communications across multiple channels (email, social media, events, forms).Assist with advancement events, including preparation and staffing.Deliver accurate, timely, and complete work across all assigned tasks.Maintain donor confidentiality and comply with university policies, CASE standards, and data governance practices.Demonstrate a commitment to serving and inspiring students and colleagues in a context of a Christian University, integrating your Christian faith into your role and responsibilities.Embrace the mission, vision, and values of Fresno Pacific University, affirm the FPU Faith Expectations, and support the ideals and practices articulated in "The Fresno Pacific Idea”Uphold and advance Fresno Pacific University’s commitment to Christ-centered higher education, holistic student development, and serving diverse communities.Complete tasks timely with work that is comprehensive, complete, and accurateCommunicates clearly, listens attentively, and seeks to understand othersCollaborates productively with colleagues of varying skillset Other job duties as assigned
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
$45,780.00 to $53,040 is the annual starting salary for this role and reflects what Fresno Pacific University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on qualifications, experience, and internal equity. In addition to compensation, FPU offers a competitive benefits package.This position is based on the Main Campus of Fresno Pacific University in Fresno, CA, but is eligible for remote or hybrid work.Reserving its rights as a religious institution, Fresno Pacific University is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, age or disability, or other classes protected by applicable law. Committed to excellence and actively supportive of cultural diversity, FPU invites individuals who contribute to such diversity to apply. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you should contact FPU’s Human Resources Department at hr@fresno.edu. As a religious institution, the University will administer the equal opportunity employment policy consistent with the Fresno Pacific University statement of faith, the FPU Idea and the University’s governance by the Pacific District Conference of Mennonite Brethren Churches.This information is accurate as of October 24, 2025.
Salary : $45,780 - $53,040