Advancement Data & Records Specialist

Boston University; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston University Advancement is seeking a Gifts & Records Associate to support gifts, constituent records, and data services. The role reports to the Director of Gifts & Records and collaborates across Advancement Information Strategies and university partners to enhance data quality and operational effectiveness.

A bachelor’s degree is preferred with 3–5 years of relevant experience; travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent required.
• 3–5 years in advancement/ data/ records operations.
• Experience with data governance and process improvement.
• Proficient in documenting procedures and standards.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor workflows and metrics to identify trends and improve service delivery.
• Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and tracking tools for workload management.
• Support data governance, quality assurance, and data standards initiatives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to implement new workflows and resources.
• Assist leadership in evaluating performance and driving efficiency.

Skills

Advancement operations

Data governance

Stakeholder management

Workflow improvement

Data management

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Boston University Advancement is seeking a Gifts & Records Associate to support gifts, constituent records, and data services. The role reports to the Director of Gifts & Records and collaborates across Advancement Information Strategies and university partners to enhance data quality and operational effectiveness.

A bachelor’s degree is preferred with 3–5 years of relevant experience; travel may be required.