SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER BUSINESS ADVISOR

Reports to Director, Small Business Development Center and is responsible for the following duties and responsibilities:

• Advises and assist small business clients to develop business and marketing plans;
• Helps clients with financial management programs;
• Helps clients create and/or enhance online presence through a business website and digital marketing strategies;
• Presents seminars on small business topics;
• Supports the student success initiatives of the department;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

The minimum qualifications for this position are:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Marketing, Computer Science and/or a related business fields;
• Five (5) years of experience owning or managing a small business;
• Expertise in banking, finance, and/or accounting is preferred;
• Proficiency with QuickBooks, Desktop, and QuickBooks Online;
• Experience in public relations, marketing, quality control, inventory management, and/or manufacturing;
• Advanced computer/Internet skills, including web design, blogging, ecommerce and social media;
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication (oral and written) skills;
• Strong problem solving, decision making, project management, and time management skills;
• Bi-lingual in Spanish a plus;
• Other qualities, experiences, and skills that enhance one’s value to the institution;
• Exceptional employment may be given special consideration.