Data Specialist

The Data Specialist helps to advance Southwestern by managing giving data through software programs and data systems. This position aids in establishing the direction, goals, plans, implementation, and strategies of the department by providing expertise in cross-functional data and information systems and by delivering actionable analysis. The specialist will collaborate with various departments to ensure accurate and efficient enrollment practices, maintain data integrity, and provide analytical support for decision-making., * Oversees the collection, entry, and maintenance of giving data for alumni and donors t ensure accuracy and integrity through regular audits and validation.

• Authorizes and monitors access to data through established procedures and training.

• Manages enrollment systems and software applications and trains staff on systems and data entry procedures to promote best practices.

• Researches, measures, and analyzes enrollment trend data and produces reports related to trends, demographics, and key business factors to enhance forecasting.

• Utilize data analytics to provide insights that inform planning and decision-making.

• Works as part of the Advancement department to implement a comprehensive advancement strategy for the college and the seminary based upon the data captured by Slate and other software/technological tools.

• Administratively assists with the preparation, planning and execution of events.

• Ensures adherence to institutional policies, accreditation standards, and relevant regulations pertaining to donor data management.

• Demonstrates commitment to personal and professional growth in leadership and ministry effectiveness.

• Handles sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

• Performs other related duties as assigned and specific to area of responsibility.

The candidate must be a professing Christ follower who possesses a strong commitment to the mission and core values of Southwestern Seminary and Texas Baptist College, possess a clear understanding of Southern Baptist heritage and culture, and agrees to serve in accordance with and not contrary to the current edition of the Baptist Faith and Message., * A minimum of a bachelor’s degree and/or 2 years experience in a relevant field is preferred;

• Experienced harnessing data to develop, shape and support a clear giving pattern and profile.

• Possess strong analytical capacity with the ability to engage in constant analysis of opportunities and challenges especially as it relates to information on local, regional, national and international trends in unrestricted giving to faith-based organizations and institutions of higher education.

• Preference for successful experience working with donor and giving databases and enrollment management or other higher education experience.

• Proficiency with statistical and modeling tools to analyze large complex datasets, including inferential statistics, multivariate regression, predictive analytics, and graphical display.

• Ability to provide proof of Work Authorization in the U.S. and proof of identity.

• Successful completion of background check, MVR, and credit check may be required.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Office Environment - May be required to reach above shoulder level for organizational tasks (e.g., retrieving files from upper shelves), bend, stoop, or reach to access lower or upper shelves.

• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time and move about to the office to interact with other staff members.

• Ability to use a computer and near-visual acuity in reading written documents and statistical data.

• Exchanges information by telephone, computer, in writing and in person.

• Ability to traverse campus for meetings and talk to groups while doing so.

Southwestern Seminary, an entity of the Southern Baptist Convention, is a confessional institution. While the Seminary serves the larger evangelical Christian community, employees must embrace the values and standards the Seminary represents as it fulfills its mission of shaping Christian leaders within our denominational context. Since duties of this position require the employee to represent the Seminary to prospective and current students, candidates must abide by the Seminary bylaws, the Employee Handbook, and the current edition of the Baptist Faith and Message as a condition of employment., Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, established in 1908 under the visionary leadership of B.H. Carroll, was born out of the urgent need for trained ministers in America’s rapidly growing Southwest. Initially part of Baylor University, the seminary became an independent institution in Waco before relocating to Fort Worth in 1910. Carroll’s unwavering commitment to orthodoxy, gospel-centered education, and the Great Commission shaped the seminary’s mission. Training God-called men and women for ministry, Southwestern has an expansive academic program training pastors, missionaries, and ministry leaders in theology, missions, evangelism, music and worship, and education. Today, it stands as a beacon of faithfulness, equipping generations to serve Christ’s church globally.