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Oct 3
SBDC Director
Eastern Oregon University (EOU) is currently accepting applications for the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Director. This position is a Full-Time (1.0 FTE), 12-Month position that is eligible for the full array of State of Oregon employee benefits including outstanding employee and family heathcare (medical, vision, dental), generous paid time-off (vacation, sick, holidays) and excellent retirement benfits (pension and/or savings).
The Director of the Eastern Oregon University Small Business Development Center interprets strategic goals to create plans, organize, and ensure the development and management of all activities related to EOU’s role in business development. The Director of the Small Business Development Center directs, manages, and markets the Small Business Development Center services to clients within the University’s service district, and provides liaison with business-related community and state resource partners and organizations.
This role is a crucial link between the college, the business community, community partners, state and regional SBDC offices, and federal agencies, facilitating economic development by assisting small business owners.
The SBDC Director Primary Outcomes:
Business Growth and Development:
- Increase in the number of new businesses started.
- Expansion of existing businesses in terms of revenue and market reach.
- Improvement in the overall success rate of client businesses.
Job Creation and Retention:
- Creation of new jobs in the region.
- Retention of existing jobs within client businesses.
Client Satisfaction:
- High levels of satisfaction among businesses served, often measured through surveys and feedback mechanisms.
- Positive testimonials and case studies from successful clients.
Economic Impact:
- Contribution to regional economic development, evidenced by metrics such as increased local investment, higher tax revenues, and overall economic growth.
- Quantifiable economic impact reports showcasing the center’s contributions.
Funding and Financial Performance:
- Securing and managing grants and funding effectively.
- Ensuring the financial sustainability and accountability of the center.
Partnerships and Collaborations:
- Establishing and maintaining strategic partnerships with local, state, and federal agencies, educational institutions, and private sector entities.
- Collaborations that enhance service offerings and expand the center’s reach.
Program Effectiveness:
- Successful implementation of programs and initiatives that meet the needs of the business community.
- Continuous improvement and innovation in service delivery.
Compliance and Reporting:
- Adherence to all regulatory and reporting requirements set by funding sources and governing bodies.
- Timely and accurate reporting of activities, outcomes, and financials.
Dec 31
SBDC - Business Advisor
Recruitment/Posting Title: Regional Director, New Jersey Small Business Development Center at Rutgers School of Business–Camden
Job Category: Staff & Executive – Development
Department: Sch Business-Devt Office-Cmd
Overview:
Ranked #49 in U.S. News & World Report’s list of Best Public Colleges and Universities, Rutgers University–Camden is a diverse, research-intensive campus of approximately 6,100 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and 1,100 faculty and staff members. Located in Camden, N.J., directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the university is uniquely situated to serve the local community while achieving global reach. A U.S. Department of Education-designated Minority Serving Institution, the university thrives due to a supportive culture that helps students achieve their goals and fosters collaboration among employees. Rutgers–Camden is recognized as a national model for civically engaged urban universities and was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a Community Engagement classification. Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Rutgers University–Camden among its “Best Bang for the Buck” universities and best national research universities. Recently, Rutgers–Camden earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity.
The Rutgers School of Business-Camden’s (RSBC) mission is to develop ethical, inclusive, and transformative business leaders. As one of two leading business schools in Rutgers University, RSBC is deeply entrenched as a key partner with South Jersey corporations and communities. Our excellent faculty are subject matter experts whose intellectual contributions enrich academia and the practice of business. RSBC’s graduate and undergraduate programs reflect a healthy mix of on-campus and online programs that develop our workforce and future leaders with the most current business knowledge and practice.
Our commitment to diversity is reflected in our students, faculty, and staff, as well as our creation of an inclusive environment that delivers rich learning opportunities and experiences which cares for the whole person. RSBC’s location provides access to more than 30 Fortune 500 companies in the New Jersey-Philadelphia region. The Small Business Development Center and Professional and Executive Education (PEER) units provide value-added partnerships with corporate and community stakeholders that enrich both our teaching and research. The integration of excellence in teaching, research, and service positions RSBC as a powerhouse at a regional and national level.
Posting Summary:
In accordance with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) goals and objectives, New Jersey State, and other funding mandates, the Regional Director works under the direction of NJSBDC State Director and the Dean of the Rutgers School of Business–Camden (RSBC) to serve the strategic development, internal fiscal administration, reporting, and overall management of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at RSBC.
The Regional Director is responsible for the overall small business development in assigned jurisdiction, which includes client services development, database management, monitoring and reporting, as well as overseeing client services program delivery in the form of one-on-one counseling, training, marketing, and outreach.
The Regional Director is responsible for fundraising to meet the Center’s funding goals; organizing and supervising Center staff and activities, including satellite locations; and developing strong external stakeholder communication and relationships, as needed.
The Small Business Development Center’s Regional Director selects consultants within the NJSBDC network program to provide counseling and training as the NJSBDC program requires.
The Regional Director is responsible for the Center’s collaboration on host institution projects, including, but not limited to, undergraduate/small business and entrepreneurship initiatives, collaborative project development, and coordination of outreach to corporate and community partners.
Additionally, the Regional Director works to advance the comprehensive vision, mission, and strategic objectives of RSBC, and is expected to work harmoniously with students, faculty, and staff. The Regional Director follows RSBC and Rutgers University policies, procedures, and guidelines as related to this position.
This position requires the ability to travel to client and SBDC sites and events. A flexible schedule including evening, weekend and extended hours is also required.
This position is grant funded and contingent upon the availability of supporting grant funds.
Position Status: Full Time
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Work Arrangement:
Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu.
FLSA: Exempt
Grade: 07
Position Salary: Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, within university policy and salary schedules, as well as departmental budgets.
Annual Minimum Salary: 91297.00
Annual Mid Range Salary: 115559.00
Annual Maximum Salary: 139821.00
Standard Hours: 37.50
Union Description: Admin Assembly (MPSC)
Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft
Benefits:
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Terms of Appointment: Staff – 12 month
Qualifications:
Minimum Education and Experience:
– Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university program in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
– Five (5) or more years of full-time experience as a business owner or a manager in a small business. Experience in a Small Business Development Center (SBDC) or economic development organization can be substituted for up to three (3) years of direct business experience.
– Five (5) or more years of experience in small business counseling, consulting, management, and training/instruction. Demonstrated ability to build strategic coalitions and collaborate effectively with economic development agencies, small business service providers, chambers of commerce, education, business and industry, labor and government.
– Demonstrated ability to implement continuous quality improvement initiatives in a customer focused environment.
– High level proficiency in MS Office suite software/ applications.
– Demonstrated experience in personnel selection, development, and management of staff and consultants.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
– Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university program in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
– Five (5) or more years of full-time experience as a business owner or a manager in a small business. Experience in a Small Business Development Center (SBDC) or economic development organization can be substituted for up to three (3) years of direct business experience.
– Five (5) or more years of experience in small business counseling, consulting, management, and training/instruction. Demonstrated ability to build strategic coalitions and collaborate effectively with economic development agencies, small business service providers, chambers of commerce, education, business and industry, labor and government.
– Demonstrated ability to implement continuous quality improvement initiatives in a customer focused environment.
– High level proficiency in MS Office suite software/ applications.
– Demonstrated experience in personnel selection, development, and management of staff and consultants.
Preferred Qualifications:
– Master’s degree from an accredited college or university program in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
– Experience finding grant funding opportunities and writing polished proposals to earn grant money to advance organizational mission.
– Experience working with, and/or managing programs of the U.S. Small Business Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, or other State or local business assistance programs.
– Experience in social media applications; online communication software and a client database system.
Equipment Utilized:
– Personal computers, Microsoft Office, Virtual Meeting Platforms, and the ability to assimilate to Rutgers-specific software applications.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
– Availability to work evenings and occasional weekends.
Oct 3
Regional Director
Recruitment/Posting Title: Regional Director, New Jersey Small Business Development Center at Rutgers School of Business–Camden
Job Category: Staff & Executive – Development
Department: Sch Business-Devt Office-Cmd
Overview:
Ranked #49 in U.S. News & World Report’s list of Best Public Colleges and Universities, Rutgers University–Camden is a diverse, research-intensive campus of approximately 6,100 students at the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels and 1,100 faculty and staff members. Located in Camden, N.J., directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the university is uniquely situated to serve the local community while achieving global reach. A U.S. Department of Education-designated Minority Serving Institution, the university thrives due to a supportive culture that helps students achieve their goals and fosters collaboration among employees. Rutgers–Camden is recognized as a national model for civically engaged urban universities and was selected by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for a Community Engagement classification. Washington Monthly magazine has ranked Rutgers University–Camden among its “Best Bang for the Buck” universities and best national research universities. Recently, Rutgers–Camden earned Carnegie classification as an R2 research university due to a high volume of internationally recognized research, creative output, and scholarly activity.
The Rutgers School of Business-Camden’s (RSBC) mission is to develop ethical, inclusive, and transformative business leaders. As one of two leading business schools in Rutgers University, RSBC is deeply entrenched as a key partner with South Jersey corporations and communities. Our excellent faculty are subject matter experts whose intellectual contributions enrich academia and the practice of business. RSBC’s graduate and undergraduate programs reflect a healthy mix of on-campus and online programs that develop our workforce and future leaders with the most current business knowledge and practice.
Our commitment to diversity is reflected in our students, faculty, and staff, as well as our creation of an inclusive environment that delivers rich learning opportunities and experiences which cares for the whole person. RSBC’s location provides access to more than 30 Fortune 500 companies in the New Jersey-Philadelphia region. The Small Business Development Center and Professional and Executive Education (PEER) units provide value-added partnerships with corporate and community stakeholders that enrich both our teaching and research. The integration of excellence in teaching, research, and service positions RSBC as a powerhouse at a regional and national level.
Posting Summary:
In accordance with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) goals and objectives, New Jersey State, and other funding mandates, the Regional Director works under the direction of NJSBDC State Director and the Dean of the Rutgers School of Business–Camden (RSBC) to serve the strategic development, internal fiscal administration, reporting, and overall management of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at RSBC.
The Regional Director is responsible for the overall small business development in assigned jurisdiction, which includes client services development, database management, monitoring and reporting, as well as overseeing client services program delivery in the form of one-on-one counseling, training, marketing, and outreach.
The Regional Director is responsible for fundraising to meet the Center’s funding goals; organizing and supervising Center staff and activities, including satellite locations; and developing strong external stakeholder communication and relationships, as needed.
The Small Business Development Center’s Regional Director selects consultants within the NJSBDC network program to provide counseling and training as the NJSBDC program requires.
The Regional Director is responsible for the Center’s collaboration on host institution projects, including, but not limited to, undergraduate/small business and entrepreneurship initiatives, collaborative project development, and coordination of outreach to corporate and community partners.
Additionally, the Regional Director works to advance the comprehensive vision, mission, and strategic objectives of RSBC, and is expected to work harmoniously with students, faculty, and staff. The Regional Director follows RSBC and Rutgers University policies, procedures, and guidelines as related to this position.
This position requires the ability to travel to client and SBDC sites and events. A flexible schedule including evening, weekend and extended hours is also required.
This position is grant funded and contingent upon the availability of supporting grant funds.
Position Status: Full Time
Hours Per Week: 37.5
Work Arrangement:
Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu.
FLSA: Exempt
Grade: 07
Position Salary: Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience, within university policy and salary schedules, as well as departmental budgets.
Annual Minimum Salary: 91297.00
Annual Mid Range Salary: 115559.00
Annual Maximum Salary: 139821.00
Standard Hours: 37.50
Union Description: Admin Assembly (MPSC)
Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft
Benefits:
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Terms of Appointment: Staff – 12 month
Qualifications:
Minimum Education and Experience:
– Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university program in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
– Five (5) or more years of full-time experience as a business owner or a manager in a small business. Experience in a Small Business Development Center (SBDC) or economic development organization can be substituted for up to three (3) years of direct business experience.
– Five (5) or more years of experience in small business counseling, consulting, management, and training/instruction. Demonstrated ability to build strategic coalitions and collaborate effectively with economic development agencies, small business service providers, chambers of commerce, education, business and industry, labor and government.
– Demonstrated ability to implement continuous quality improvement initiatives in a customer focused environment.
– High level proficiency in MS Office suite software/ applications.
– Demonstrated experience in personnel selection, development, and management of staff and consultants.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
– Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university program in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
– Five (5) or more years of full-time experience as a business owner or a manager in a small business. Experience in a Small Business Development Center (SBDC) or economic development organization can be substituted for up to three (3) years of direct business experience.
– Five (5) or more years of experience in small business counseling, consulting, management, and training/instruction. Demonstrated ability to build strategic coalitions and collaborate effectively with economic development agencies, small business service providers, chambers of commerce, education, business and industry, labor and government.
– Demonstrated ability to implement continuous quality improvement initiatives in a customer focused environment.
– High level proficiency in MS Office suite software/ applications.
– Demonstrated experience in personnel selection, development, and management of staff and consultants.
Preferred Qualifications:
– Master’s degree from an accredited college or university program in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.
– Experience finding grant funding opportunities and writing polished proposals to earn grant money to advance organizational mission.
– Experience working with, and/or managing programs of the U.S. Small Business Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, or other State or local business assistance programs.
– Experience in social media applications; online communication software and a client database system.
Equipment Utilized:
– Personal computers, Microsoft Office, Virtual Meeting Platforms, and the ability to assimilate to Rutgers-specific software applications.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
– Availability to work evenings and occasional weekends.
Sept 10
SBDC Business Advisors
The primary focus of the Washington Small Business Development Center (SBDC) program is business development education through individual and small group advising. The Washington SBDC is a network of entrepreneurially minded professional Business Advisors with significant experience in small business who enjoy the intrinsic value of helping business owners/managers developing or improving their business knowledge and skills to effectively manage the operations of their business.
In confidential, one-on-one relationships, you will educate, mentor, and advise clients in all areas of growing a business. You will be required to adhere to the conduct policies of the SBDC program. Most Business Advisors work independently in a community-located SBDC center, yet frequently collaborate with Business Advisors across the state who request assistance on behalf of a client with need for specific expertise.
In addition to the instruction/advising component of the position, you will also perform significant outreach activities to engage the community through regular contact with Chambers of Commerce, Economic Development Councils, service clubs and community organizations and legislators in conjunction with the Lead Office staff.
As a Business Advisor, you must be well organized to manage more than 100 clients annually. Your business clients will be from every sector of the local business community and require a full range of business services. You also must have comprehensive knowledge and experience of small business operations. In this role, you must understand the client’s situation, analyze the problems, and guide the client in developing a solution they are willing and able to implement.
You will be responsible for identifying a range of solutions, discussing the pros and cons of each, and explaining abstract concepts with real world examples. You will be expected to constantly seek professional development opportunities to expand your core competencies in all areas of business, including technology necessary to start, grow, sustain, and transition a small business.
Peer mentoring is valued within the Washington SBDC Network and Business Advisors often share their expertise in response to queries from other Business Advisors. In this position, you will have the opportunity to develop and maintain a referral network within your local service areas to ensure you maintain a robust client caseload capable of delivering significant economic impacts to the local community and the state. You will also be expected to build relationships with various and diverse stakeholders to advocate support of the SBDC program, including elected officials, funding partners, businesses, and community leaders.
As a new Business Advisor in the Washington SBDC network, you will need to successfully complete a certification program within six months of hire to become fully certified as a Business Advisor. Certification is designed to allow you to demonstrate your comprehensive knowledge and abilities to be successful in guiding clients toward their goals while taking advantage of learning from experienced Business Advisors sharing best practices, tools, and processes they use to assist their clients.
This posting is for multiple positions located in the following cities and serving the identified county. Please list the location(s) you are interested in on your resume.
Seattle, WA (King County)
Bellevue, WA (King County)
Coupeville, WA (Island County)
Lacey, WA (Thurston County)
Associate State SBDC Director
OHIO DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Job Title: ASSOCIATE STATE SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTERS (SBDC) DIRECTOR
Are you passionate about supporting small business growth, fostering entrepreneurship, and creating thriving communities? The Ohio Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Associate State Director to join our mission-driven team. In this pivotal role, you will play a crucial part in empowering small businesses to succeed, contributing directly to Ohio’s economic prosperity.
Some of the duties of the position:
•Manages day-to-day operations of the SBDC’s statewide network.
•Assists in the development and implementation of SBDC services across Ohio that include high quality one-on-one business advising, diverse mix training events, and information resources to support small businesses and entrepreneurs.
•Assists in the continuous improvement of SBDC services across the state.
•Develops policies and procedures that ensure sub-recipient accountability and performance with special attention to the verification and validation of reported program impact.
•Conducts onsite performance evaluations of sub recipients; travels to local SBDC offices as needed.
•Assists in the development and implementation of new training as services, works with cross center teams, including SBDC Export Assistance advisors, to coordinate efforts and implement strategic priorities.
•Interfaces with SBA and other federal officials to ensure efficient and accurate reporting of cooperative agreement activity, seamless transfer of data to relevant federal data bases and implementation of new policies and procedures that ensure State of Ohio support of federal small business objectives.
•Manages high quality professional and administrative staff to carry out operations and program goals of Ohio SBDC.
•Assists in federal financial and programmatic reporting, and oversight of the Request for Proposal and Application for Continuation Funding process for statewide program.
•Assists in the ASBDC accreditation process.
Qualifications:
1.A bachelor’s degree focused on business, management, economics, or public administration (Master’s degree preferred).
2.Minimum of five years of relevant experience, with a preference for SBDC or similar small business-oriented program experience.
3.Proven ability to manage complex projects. Experience in performance management, development and implementation of systems, metrics and processes that promote continuous improvement.
4.Knowledge/experience managing or working with federal grant programs, Office of Management and Budget (OMB) requirements, and/or negotiating such agreements preferred.
5.Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, experience building and maintaining a broad spectrum of partnerships.
6.Knowledge of federal, state and local business development issues. Experience in international trade preferred.
7.Excellent writing, communication and presentation skills, experience working in a team environment.
This position requires you to work in the office Monday-Friday with flexibility in starting and ending times. The job is located in the Vern Riffe building, 77 South High St. Columbus, OH 43215
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check and drug screen. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
TO APPLY, VISIT THE STATE OF OHIO WEBSITE AT: http://careers.ohio.gov or http://ohiomeansjobs.com
Ohio Department of Development, Human Resources Office
77 South High Street, 27th Floor, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 466-2072 Fax: (614) 644-9030
The State of Ohio is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Sept 26
Associate Director
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title: Associate Director
Job Category: Staff & Executive – Project/Program Management/Planning
Department: RBS NJSBDC – HQ
Overview
The New Jersey Small Business Development Center Network is the premier provider of comprehensive services and programs for small and mid-sized businesses in New Jersey. Through a network of 11 regional centers and over 20 affiliate offices across NJ, the NJSBDC offers no-cost consulting, no-cost/low-cost training, and resources empowering entrepreneurs to start, grow, and prosper in the Garden State.
Posting Summary
Rutgers University- Newark (RU-N), an urban public research university and anchor institution, located in Newark, New Jersey, a city of promise is seeking an Associate Director. Working side by side with the CEO/State Director, this dual-role position requires a strategic leader who can oversee both the financial management and operational functions of the NJSBDC as well as provide support for public-facing events and legislative meetings. Overall responsible for working with the CEO/State Director on crafting the network-wide strategic plan, handling some external communications to media and partners, as well as providing support for legislative endeavors at both the federal and state levels in consultation with the University’s Office of Government Relations. In-state and out-of-state travel is required.
This position will be responsible for and not limited to the following:
Financial Management:
– Budgeting and financial planning for the NJSBDC Network as a whole to ensure organizational alignment with our strategic goals and priorities
– Completing all required quarterly grant reporting fiscal filings for 5+ multi-million dollar grants including ensuring federal, state, and local compliance
– Establishing and maintaining adequate financial controls to safeguard the organization’s financial assets, achieve cost efficiencies, and ensure compliance with all relevant laws and grant regulations
– Overseeing correspondence for all internal, external, federal, state, and other grant agency audit requests and concerns
– Monitoring and forecasting cashflow to ensure the State Office as well as all 11 Regional Centers of the NJSBDC meet all their financial obligations and operate successfully
– Overseeing the creation and submission of Subawards, Purchase Orders, and Invoices for all 11+ Regional Centers and 75+ contractors input of all grants and their relevant documents/data into the Rutgers RAPPS Portal in tandem with the Business Finance Manager
– Managing Program Income, Discretionary Cash accounts, salaries, and wages, journal entries, and ensuring all financial data is correctly reflected in Rutgers Financial systems (Oracle) as well as regional center financial systems at our host universities. (Workday, Banner, Oracle, etc.).
Operational:
– Assisting the CEO/State Director with continually meeting, reviewing, and documenting the performance of each of the 11 Regional Directors and their centers as well as the NJSBDC network as a whole
– Assigning goals and metrics for each of the individual service centers, tracking and reporting progress towards goal and metric achievement and implementing corrective actions when needed
– Overseeing programmatic and narrative reporting to the SBA and other partners including annual survey processes
– Assisting with the drafting and reviewing of grant proposals as well as assisting the CEO/State Director throughout the accreditation process including resolving “conditions or recommendations”, preparing final reports & summaries of actions, and completing yearly comparison performance analysis of the – NJSBDC to the other comparable networks in the nation
– Assisting the state director/CEO with crafting, deploying and tracking of the state strategic plan and regional centers workplans that align with the key strategic priorities.
This position is contingent on the continuation of external funding.
Position Status: Full Time
Work Arrangement:
Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu.
FLSA: Exempt
Grade: 09
Position Salary:
Annual Minimum Salary 120741.00
Annual Mid Range Salary 152826.00
Annual Maximum Salary 184911.00
Standard Hours 37.50
Union Description: Admin Assembly (MPSC)
Payroll Designation: ABP
Benefits:
– Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees.
– For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Terms of Appointment: Staff – 12 month
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience:
– Requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field
– Requires five years of related professional experience in a financial/accounting function in a leadership or managerial role of increasing responsibility. Also requires skills in planning and organizing, integrating information, making decisions, and attaining results; excellent communication skills; and computer literacy
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
– A minimum of five years of relevant experience in working within one of the following fields: business accounting, nonprofit accounting, business or nonprofit management, small business ownership, grant or contract management, business consulting, or technology.
– Strong experience in financial management using General Ledger and database applications.
– Experience in conducting and responding to audits and reviews
– Ability to speak in public and make presentations to small and large groups
– Ability to operationally manage multiple federal, state, and local grants/programs at any given time
– Knowledge of financial management and accounting principles and practices
– Understanding of SBDC operations, services, and general procedures
– Understanding of public sector grant-funded program procedures, processes, and requirements
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in business, finance, accounting, or a related field – or—3+ years of progressively challenging management experience in an SBDC, economic development organization, or working on a federally-funded grant program in a grant/contract management capacity:
– Certified Public Accountant (CPA) preferred
– Prior experience with CenterIC, SAGE, Grant Solutions, Treasury Hub platforms
– Strong understanding of Oracle, Banner, and Workday – General Ledger systems
– Experience with federal grant program management
– Knowledge and experience with supervising, evaluating, and training professional-level staff.
– Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
– Ability to compose reports, correspondence, and articles
– Ability to maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with a variety of stakeholders
– Bilingual preferred
Equipment Utilized:
– MS Office – Advanced MS Excel, databases (CenterIC), and other specialty and business plan software
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
– On occasion: the ability to lift up to 50 lbs
– Ability to travel in and out of state consistently meeting with our Regional Centers and community partners, and availability to work some nights and weekend
– This will be a hybrid – remote and in-person as needed.
Posting Details
Posting Number: 24ST1756
Posting Open Date: 07/25/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants: This position is contingent on the continuation of external funding.
Regional Campus: Rutgers University-Newark
Home Location Campus: Rutgers University-Newark
City: Newark
State: New Jersey
Pre-employment Screenings:
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements:
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
Supplemental Questions:
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* What is the highest level of education you have completed?
High School Diploma/GED
Associate’s Degree
Bachelor’s Degree
Master’s Degree
Ph.D.
* Do you have a minimum of five years of related professional experience in a financial/accounting function in a leadership or managerial role of increasing responsibility?
Yes
No
* Do you have a minimum of five years of relevant experience in working within one of the following fields: business accounting, nonprofit accounting, business or nonprofit management, small business ownership, grant or contract management, business consulting, or technology?
Yes
No
Required Documents
– Resume/CV
– Cover Letter/Letter of Application
– List of Professional References (Contact Info)
Sept 19
NJSBDC Specialty Consultant (Mentorship)
Welcome to the New Jersey Small Business Development Centers (NJSBDC) Consultant Application Form. We are seeking experienced and qualified professionals to join our team and support the growth of small and medium businesses. Please provide your information by completing this form.
Proposed title: NJSBDC Consultant
Scope Overview: The consultant will assist small businesses in establishing and/or enhancing their operations across various aspects including business development, strategic planning, transition management, and overall business growth. The consultant will focus on mentoring new businesses by providing personalized guidance and support to navigate challenges and achieve their goals. The consultant reports directly to the lead Program Manager, and all consulting will be done virtually.
Key Responsibilities:
● Conduct thorough assessments of the mentee’s current business practices and identify areas needing improvement or transition.
● Provide strategic advice on business development, including market analysis, customer acquisition, revenue growth, and financial planning, while assisting mentees in developing and refining their business plans to align with market opportunities and business objectives.
● Assist mentees in financial planning, including budgeting, cash flow management, and financial forecasting.
● Offer guidance on legal requirements, including licenses, permits, regulations, contracts, intellectual property, and other critical legal considerations for starting and running a business.
● Advise mentee to avoid pitfalls any/all when transitioning to new forms of commerce, such as moving from brick-and-mortar to online or selling new products/services.
● Analyze market research data to identify target audiences, market trends, competitive landscape, and customer needs, providing actionable insights and recommendations based on findings.
● Develop a customized roadmap outlining actionable strategies to enhance the client’s internet presence.
● Deliver training sessions, workshops, and educational programs on relevant topics.
● Maintain accurate records of consulting activities, including client interactions, progress updates, and outcomes achieved, to track performance and measure the impact of implemented strategies.
Minimum Qualifications:
● Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Entrepreneurship, or a related field; Master’s preferred but not required.
● Minimum of two to three years of work experience in a relevant field, preferably in business consulting or mentoring.
● In-depth understanding of business development, strategic planning, and transition management.
● Excellent interpersonal, team-building, and communication skills.
● Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication, problem-solving, and listening skills.
● Ability to manage a large client portfolio, strong organizational and time management skills.
● Proficient computer skills and ability to use MIS to enter data and generate reports.
● Dedication to helping small businesses succeed and grow.
● Experience in owning or managing a small online business is preferred but not required.
Timeline: Ongoing; subject to the NJSBDC budget.
NOTE: Contracts will be based on ROI consulting to ensure it factors in NJSBDC metrics and to evaluate
consultants’ performance based on contract cycle time, missed milestones, and contract value assessments.
NJSBDC Specialty Consultant (Internet Presence)
Proposed title: NJSBDC Consultant
Scope Overview: The consultant will assist small businesses in establishing and/or enhancing their online presence across various aspects including marketing planning, branding and website development, search engine optimization (SEO), content management, social media marketing, and e-commerce. The consultant reports directly to the lead Program Manager, and all consulting will be done virtually.
Key Responsibilities:
● Conduct thorough assessments of the client’s current internet presence across all digital platforms and provide high-level assistance and counseling for topics including website, social media, branding development, and marketing & sales.
● Assist small businesses with setting up technological tools (i.e., Shopify, Hootsuite, Constant Contact, HubSpot, Creative Cloud, Google Analytics, etc.) for an internet presence.
● Educate clients on tips and techniques on how to leverage social media algorithms, mass advertising, and content marketing.
● Inform clients on how to effectively use social media platforms, including platform optimization, customer engagement, content creation, and social media advertising.
● Advise clients in setting up and managing e-commerce platforms, which includes selecting the right platforms, configuring settings, and maintaining product listings.
● Develop a customized roadmap outlining actionable strategies to enhance the client’s internet presence.
● Deliver training sessions, workshops, and educational programs on relevant topics.
● Maintain accurate records of consulting activities, including client interactions, progress updates, and outcomes achieved, to track performance and measure the impact of implemented strategies.
Minimum Qualifications:
● Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Marketing, Digital Marketing, or a related field; Master’s preferred but not required.
● In-depth understanding of digital entrepreneurship, online business management, and operations.
● Recommend prior experience in developing an e-commerce or general website.
● In-depth understanding of technological tools and platforms, such as Hootsuite, Constant Contact, HubSpot, Creative Cloud, Google Analytics, e-commerce platforms, and more.
● Two to three years of work experience in a relevant field.
● Excellent interpersonal, team-building, and communication skills.
● Proficiency in website development languages such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
● Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication, problem-solving, and listening skills.
● Ability to manage a large client portfolio, strong organizational and time management skills.
● Proficient computer skills and ability to use MIS to enter data and generate reports.
● Dedication to helping small businesses succeed and grow.
● Experience in owning or managing a small online business is preferred but not required.
Timeline: Ongoing; subject to the NJSBDC budget.
NOTE: Contracts will be based on ROI consulting to ensure it factors in NJSBDC metrics and to evaluate
consultants’ performance based on contract cycle time, missed milestones, and contract value assessments.
Sep 8
Accounting Coordinator
The Louisiana Small Business Development Center Network (LSBDC) is the largest technical assistance provider to small businesses in Louisiana. The position will assist with the financial oversight of the LSBDC network and perform the day-to-day accounting transactions required of all LSBDC Network contracts and grants. Duties include but are not limited to budget preparation and review, processing monthly invoices, reconciling financial reports, maintaining supporting documentation, and processing journal entries and budget transfers.
Sep 7
Associate Director
We are hiring a full time Associate Director role that will be housed out of Lamar Community College. The position will be an employee of the University of Northern Colorado which comes with some amazing benefits!
**Key Responsibilities:**
– Oversee marketing efforts and consultant onboarding.
– Coordinate support for the Center Executive Director and manage staff/consultant meetings.
– Strategic management and operational acumen
– Attend state director meetings and develop resource relationships/tools.
– Provide one-on-one consulting to local business owners.
– Train and review consultant notes to enhance reporting.
**What We Offer:**
– Competitive university benefits.
– A dynamic environment where you can make a real impact.
– Opportunities for travel throughout the East CO region.
-Salary Range: $67k – $73k
**Ideal Candidate:**
– Comfortable with public speaking and fundraising.
– Strong organizational skills and an ability to engage with stakeholders.
– Report to the office in Lamar, CO
If you’re ready to take on this rewarding role, please apply today!
For more details and to submit your application, click the link Let’s make a difference together in East Colorado
https://unco.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/5/home/requisition/431?c=unco
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