Research and Data Coordinator

Introduction

Maryland Public Television, commonly known as MPT, is a public television network that broadcasts throughout the entire state of Maryland and the District of Columbia and into parts of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia. MPT is Maryland's only statewide broadcaster. Headquartered in Owings Mills, MPT is a member of the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) and is a producer of both locally and nationally distributed TV programs and digital content.\r\n�\r\n\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

\r\nMaryland Public Television\r\n11767 Owings Mills Blvd\r\nOwings Mills MD 21117\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

The Research and Data Coordinator will support Maryland Public Television’s Major and Planned Giving office (MPG), a department consisting of major, mid-level, planned giving, and grant writing team members. The Research and Data Coordinator’s duties involve managing daily fundraising operations and providing research and analysis to inform departmental fundraising strategy

POSITION DUTIES

\r\n Support MPG’s database management operations including data entry, maintenance, and reporting. Ensure data integrity and generate reports to analyze donor activity, giving trends, and portfolio performance. \r\n Conduct targeted fundraising research to identify, qualify, and segment individual and institutional supporters. Maintain up-to-date records with critical information to support strategic prospect engagement.\r\n Assist MPG team members with data-driven prospect management to inform fundraising strategy and actions.\r\n Facilitate grant applications through funder research, application review, and maintenance of a document library and standard grant templates.\r\n Engage in administrative support and special projects as required, including event staffing, webinar facilitation, and maintaining fundraising collateral. \r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

\r\nEducation: Bachelor’s Degree\r\n�\r\nExperience:� Minimum two years of previous administrative experience, preferably in fundraising or non-profit management.�\r\n�\r\nNote:\r\n1. Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to two years of the required experience.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\nPreference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.\r\n\r\n\r\n A strong belief in the mission of MPT and the importance of public media\r\n Excellent analytical ability, organization, and attention to detail.\r\n �Experience with prospect research, grant management, or donor database platforms.\r\n Discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information\r\n Thorough knowledge of Google Workspace applications and donor management database systems\r\n Experience with data analysis tools such as Tableau. \r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

\r\nPlease make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.\r\nFor education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

\r\nThe online applications are Strongly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to Maryland Public Television – HR, 11767 Owings Mills Blvd., Owings Mills, MD 21117. Paper application materials must be received by the closing date for the recruitment.� No postmarks will be accepted.�\r\nIf additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload.� If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-581-4382. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.\r\nFor questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Aaron Clark at 410-581-4115.\r\nIf you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.�\r\nAppropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.\r\nWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country.\r\nPeople with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.\r\nAs an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n