SBDC Business Consultant

Lake Charles, LA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 45000 - 48000

Posted on: 13 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Academic Affairs

Job Summary

Position/Application Information

McNeese State University is seeking applicants to fill the vacancy for the position of SBDC Business Consultant in the Office of Small Business Development Center. This is a full-time 12month unclassified position. The appointment begins in immediately.

Position Number: U99937

Salary: $45000.00 - $48000.00 (commensurate with education knowledge and experience)

Position Summary

The SBDC Business Advisor fosters a strong climate for small business growth by providing in-depth confidential no-cost business counseling no- to low-cost training and resource and referral services to Louisianas small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.

DEADLINE:Position will remain open until filled.

APPLICATION PROCESS AND MATERIALS:Applicants MUST complete an electronic application and upload required documents listed below:

Letter of Application (Cover Letter)
Resume
Contact information for three Professional References (include name phone number and e-mail address)
Unofficial Transcripts

*Only completed application packets including all items listed above will be reviewed.

ALL JOB OFFERS ARE CONTINGENT UPON THE SUCCESSFUL RESULT OF A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK AND RECEIPT OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT(S) IF APPLICABLE.

TO APPLY FOR THIS VACANCYclick on the APPLY button at the top of advertisement to complete the electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS POSITION PLEASE CONTACT THE CHAIR:

Dean Day at

Kim Dronett HR Analyst/Recruitment or

Position Duties/Responsibilities

Small Business Counseling and Training:

Interview and assess client needs.
Provide counseling or e-counseling that includes feasibility financial regulatory and operational guidance and technical assistance on the various aspects of starting and expanding a successful small business including but not limited to:
- Analyzing the specific business and industry data in finance marketing management and operations
- Providing guidance in the development of business plans and financial packages;
- Calculating and interpreting historical and projected financial ratios;
- Preparing pro forma cash flow and financial statements (must be able to use Excel);
- Troubleshooting to identify problems and areas for improvement;
- Providing guidance on expansion to include employment requirements foreign markets government contracting and technology commercialization;
- Conducting quality-based assessments;
- Providing information on federal state and local regulations and programs and
- Providing guidance in loan packaging to pre-venture start-up or advanced stage existing businesses.

Develop a resource network to be used in providing referrals to appropriate resources.
Plan and market no- to low-cost training on subjects relevant to small business start-up and growth.
Recruit government private and public entities as well as businesses and businesspersons to provide voluntary training.
Evaluate programs effectiveness and measure impact of services provided.
Assist in the transfer of university-based knowledge to the small business community.
Ensure timely and accurate counseling data input into Center IC client information management system.
Other duties as assigned by the Center Director.

Program and Small Business Advocate:

Promote the SBDC program and advocate for small business through presentations to communities and entities.
Develop relationships with key stakeholders including but not limited to SBA University Leadership banks chambers of commerce economic development organizations trade groups educational institutions legislators and hosts.
Develop appropriate advertising promotion and marketing materials.

Miscellaneous:

Attend regional and state meetings and conferences as required.
Develop and provide specific information reports and/or special services as requested or required by the SBA/SBDC Administrators the SBA Business Development Specialist and the State Director of the SBDC.
Support area state and federal research projects concerning small business and disseminate results to community.

Competency Statement(s):The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills and/or abilities required to perform job duties at a high level.

Leadership Skills ability to influence motivate and elevate others to do more than they knew possible as well as an ability to know when to lead and when to follow.
Small Business Path clear understanding of the path to take an idea or concept and develop a solid plan to startup stabilize grow or expand.
Emotional Intelligence ability to recognize and discern emotions to guide thinking and behavior to adapt to dynamic environments and collaborative teams.
Interpersonal Relations ability to deliver exceptional customer service by exceeding the expectations of clients stakeholders and colleagues with every encounter.
Consultation/Advising Skills keen ability to effectively analyze interpret and coach clients from various industries on multi-faceted business concepts to a positive outcome that directs their path to success. Must be able to help clients with all facets of the business planning process.
Communication Skills knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words rules of composition proper grammar and professional etiquette. Adept at website content management digital marketing and social media networks and blog engagement.
Presentation/Facilitation Skills ability to present facilitate and lead small and large groups with varying level of expertise.
Business Insight keen ability to analyze understand and deal with a business situation in a manner that is likely to lead to a positive outcome.
Personal Effectiveness/Time Management - ability to strategically utilize time and resources to manage priorities timelines deadlines and details under pressure with accuracy and to a high level of proficiency.
Technical Capability strong proficiency in fundamental office and computer equipment as well as software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite (more specifically Microsoft Excel) CIC platforms and cloud-based software applications.
Teamwork Oriented ability to effectively align within a collaborative effort to achieve common goals and outcomes and work for the good of the team.
Adaptability ability to modify actions direction or approach to changing situations and expectations in a respectful and professional manner.

Required/Preferred Qualifications

Education:

B.A. B.S. or Masters Degree in Business Administration Public Administration or related lieu of a degree a minimum of five (5) years experience in either business ownership and operations and/or equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates the knowledge skills and abilities necessary for this position may be accepted.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; speak (with clarity) and hear. The employee frequently is required to walk sit and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to stand and stoop kneel crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. The employee must have the ability to drive a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials and to attend meetings on and off campus.

Other Information:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully the incumbents will possess the skills aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge skills or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise other than an at will relationship.

General University information

McNeese State University located in Lake Charles Louisiana is a public university and a member of the University of Louisiana System. Under Louisiana law applications and all supporting materials will become public record. All applicants are expected to submit complete and accurate materials as specified in the position announcement. A background check and an English Proficiency assessment (Faculty Only) will be conducted on selected finalists. We comply with Louisiana Revised Statute 49:1001 et seq and State of Louisiana Executive Order 98-38 which provides for drug testing of employees appointees prospective employees and prospective appointees. Prospective employees and employees are informed if a drug test is required.

McNeese State University is an AA/EEO/ADA employer committed to excellence through diversity and a SAME agency (State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities) for the State of Louisiana.

Persons needing reasonable accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the ADA Coordinator Krisshunn Youngblood Office of Campus Compliance and Civility at or.

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires McNeese State University to inform applicants that the University can employ only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Each new employee is required to present documentation verifying his/her identity and right to accept employment. McNeese participates in E-Verify.

Louisiana Revised Statute 42:31-Eligibility requirements for certain unclassified employees-requires any person hired or employed in an unclassified position whose annual salary or rate of compensation is equal to or exceeds one hundred thousand dollars provide proof to his public employer that he has been issued a Louisiana drivers license and that all vehicles registered in his name are registered in Louisiana within thirty days of being hired or employed at such salary.

Transcripts from Foreign Universities: Prospective faculty submitting transcripts from foreign universities or schools must have the coursework evaluated for equivalency to United States-accredited coursework by a University-approved agency. The prospective faculty member is responsible for the cost of the evaluation. McNeese typically accepts evaluations by World Education Services () or Educational Credential Evaluators Inc..

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