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Regional Director

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Position Title

Regional Director

About this Opportunity

The East Central Indiana Small Business Development Center ( ECI - SBDC ) creates a positive and measurable impact on the formation, growth, and sustainability of Indiana’s small businesses by providing entrepreneurs expert guidance and a comprehensive network of resources. Ball State University serves as the host for the ECI - SBDC .

Inclusive Excellence Statement

At Ball State University, inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.

Benefits and Community

https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/benefits-and-community/professional-staff

Relocation

https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/working-at-ball-state/relocation

FLSA

Administrative Exemption

Hrs/Week

40

Length of Assignment

Fiscal Year - FT Contract

Position Function

Effectively manage day-to-day operations of a Regional ISBDC (East Central Indiana Small Business Development Center) to meet ISBDC counseling, training and other performance goals, program objectives and contractual agreements. The Regional director is responsible for identifying stakeholders and funders to meet required Federal cash match sources to access Federal funds. In addition, the Regional Director represents the ISBDC in the community. The Regional Director reports to the Associate Vice President for Community Engagement with a dotted line relationship to the Lead Center.

Minimum Education

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business or a related field.

Minimum Experience

Four years of responsible experience in a private, governmental or non-profit sector setting.
One year of managing a small business or providing support programs and/or services for small businesses.
Experience in Microsoft Suites and using Management Information Systems.

Minimum Other

Must live or be willing to relocate to the East Central Indiana Small Business Development Center service region which includes the counties of Blackford, Delaware, Fayette, Grant, Henry, Jay, Madison, Randolph, Rush, Union, and Wayne.

Authorization to work in the US

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Education

Master of Business Administration or Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business or related field or equivalent business experience.

Preferred Experience

Two years of ownership or senior management of a small business.

Direct experience providing information, advice counsel and training to business.

Direct experience in developing and facilitating strategic planning sessions with clients.

Experience in both private and public sector.

Public speaking

Experience in working with senior leaders in business or the community

Preferred Other

Skills:
Results Focused – executes strategy and takes accountability for group results

Business Acumen – practical application of business operations, including finance, operating control systems, human resource management, marketing, public relations

Administration –, budget management, office management

Staff Orientation – select, develop and manage associates

Profit Conscious – manages allocated resources to attain optimum bottom line results

Executive Presence – works with other senior leaders as a peer and is seen as such

Analysis and Judgment – ability to analyze documents and situations and make reasonable judgments about next steps

Networking – ability to build relationships with a variety of people

Motivation:
Leadership Focus – desire and willingness to coach and develop others

Entrepreneurial Spirit – looks at the business as their own and continues to develop and improve it

Initiative – takes action on problems or opportunities without being prompted

Independent Contributor – works independently, is self motivated, goal oriented, can meet deadlines without significant supervision

Continuous Learner – wants to continuously gain new knowledge, approaches, and experience

Fast Paced and Diverse – wants a job that changes day to day with a variety of tasks and interactions

Pre-Employment Screening

Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.

Position Title(s) Supervised

Business Advisors

Office Coordinator

Required Certifications

EEO Statement

Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

About Ball State University

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

Department

ECI-Small Business Development Center:105070

Department Information

Department Email or Phone Number

(765) 282-9950

Duties & Responsibilities

Ranking

1

Job Duty

Manage and operate the ISBDC in accordance with all applicable policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and other governing documents.

Ranking

2

Job Duty

Develop, administer and manage the Center’s budget in accordance with host institution, IEDC and Small Business Administration ( SBA ) guidelines; forecast future needs and recommend strategies for fund development.

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3

Job Duty

Manage, supervise and coach ISBDC staff.

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4

Job Duty

Build and manage relationships with existing stakeholders, especially ISBDC Host, acquire new stakeholders and ensure stakeholder satisfaction.

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5

Job Duty

Provide oversight for building client relationships with existing clients and acquiring new clients.

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6

Job Duty

Select, train, manage and evaluate ISBDC personnel.

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7

Job Duty

Attend and participate in a variety of workshops, seminars and meetings; serve on committees and advisory boards.

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8

Job Duty

Set performance expectations and review performance. Use performance data to continuously improve regional performance.

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9

Job Duty

Create brand awareness of the ISBDC throughout region through speaking engagements, committee work and community engagement.

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10

Job Duty

Develop and maintain strong liaisons with business/community/government agencies and organizations that are involved with the improvement of the local business climate.

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11

Job Duty

Develop regional ISBDC strategic planning initiatives in conjunction with ISBDC Lead Center and network.

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12

Job Duty

Provide small business assistance including one-to-one client counseling in the area of business plan development; analyze, prepare and structure financial statements such as cash flow projections, income statements and balance sheets; provide assistance in automated and manual record keeping systems; assist clients with market related issues such as business development, sales strategies, advertising, promotional functions, market surveys and other related areas; provide assistance with loan applications.

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13

Job Duty

Gather and analyze data to evaluate the performance of the region. Use this data to implement continuous improvement initiatives to meet and exceed ISBDC goals and objectives.

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14

Job Duty

Oversee client satisfaction in the region. Making sure that all clients needs and expectations are met and that clients are satisfied with the centers performance.

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15

Job Duty

Report center results (including economic impact information of clients), submit periodic reports and maintain center records in accordance with the Indiana SBDC Network policies and procedures and applicable OMB circulars.

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16

Job Duty

Provide oversight and expertise in grants and project development. Provide leadership and set direction on business issues throughout region and provide input to federal, state and local agencies.

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17

Job Duty

Serve on university committees as a university representative on external boards, task forces and committees as assigned by the AVP for Community Engagement.

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18

Job Duty

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

202201072P

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

10/01/2022

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

08/01/2022

Applications Accepted Through Date

08/21/2022

Open Until Filled

No

Information regarding transcripts

The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.

Special Instructions Summary

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Undergraduate Transcripts
  2. Master's Transcripts


Company

Ball State

Founded in 1918 in Muncie, Indiana, the public research university has grown to more than 22500 students

Spirited and motivated, we learn, grow, and take flight. Our faculty and staff—everyone in our community—embrace students as learning partners from day one. In classrooms and labs, in immersive learning projects, on the sports fields—with creativity and determination—Cardinals Fly. We are grounded in our values, lifted by our knowledge, and go confidently upward toward ever greater opportunities. Ours is a simple promise: to challenge each other to excel. And with Beneficence as our guide—We Fly.

 

We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. We are excited that you want to join us in these endeavors!

The university offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay. 

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