Director - Louisiana Small Business Development Center

Southeastern Louisiana University’s College of Business invites applications for the position of Louisiana Small Business Development Center (LSBDC) Director. The mission of the Louisiana Small Business Development Center (LSBDC) at Southeastern Louisiana University is to help start-up and existing businesses grow and prosper. The center serves individuals interested in starting or expanding a business within the parishes of Livingston, St. Helena, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, and Washington. The center accomplishes this through one-on-one business consulting and through seminars and workshops.
The LSBDC Director is responsible to the Dean of the College, to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, and to the President of the University.

Required Education:
Master’s Degree in Business Administration, or a Bachelor's degree, plus a minimum of seven (7) years of experience in either business ownership and operations, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary for this position

Required Experience:
Experience leading a team, growing a business or consulting for business growth, and building relationships with external partners.

Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in Business Administration is preferred
Prior experience working in an SBDC or economic development environment.

Desired Skills and Abilities:
-The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform job duties at an elevated level.
-Leadership Skills – the ability to influence, motivate, and elevate others to do more than they knew possible, as well as know when to lead and when to follow.
-Emotional Intelligence – the ability to recognize and discern emotions to guide thinking and behavior to adapt to dynamic environments and collaborative teams.
-Consultation/Advising Skills – a 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.
-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.
-Time Management - the ability to strategically utilize time and resources to accurately and proficiently manage priorities, timelines, deadlines, and details under pressure.
-Technical Capability –strong proficiency in fundamental office and computer equipment and software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite, CIC platforms, and cloud-based software applications.

Other Requirements:
-Applicants must be committed to working with diversity. Must possess a valid driver's license.
-Salary commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents:
Cover Letter
Resume
Transcripts (official transcripts required upon employment).
Names and contact information for three references