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Nov 12
Kentucky SBDC State Director
Additional Information
The Kentucky Small Business Development Center State Director provides executive leadership for the statewide Kentucky SBDC network and is responsible for implementing its mission, vision, strategy, and annual operating priorities. The State Director directs and monitors network program activities and financial affairs; ensures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, federal grant requirements, national accreditation standards, and cooperative agreement terms; and serves as the U.S. Small Business Administration’s principal contact for matters involving the network. The position establishes performance expectations and policies, manages personnel and financial resources, strengthens service delivery across the Commonwealth, cultivates funding and strategic partnerships, and builds a culture of integrity, accountability, teamwork, transparency, inclusion, and high performance.
Consistent with federal SBDC requirements, the State Director dedicates not less than 75 percent of their time to supervision and control of the SBDC on behalf of the recipient organization and must have the authority necessary to control personnel, budgets, and expenditures under the cooperative agreement. The position works closely with the University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, Cooperative Extension, other University units, public and private partners, and the statewide SBDC service network to address small-business and entrepreneurship needs in Kentucky.
Nov 15
Program Analyst, Outreach and Client Engagement Analyst
Additional Information
Are you passionate about connecting people with resources and supporting Arizona’s small business community?
Maricopa Community Colleges’ Arizona Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network is seeking an organized, collaborative, and service-oriented SBDC Outreach and Client Engagement Analyst to support statewide outreach, client engagement, and business development initiatives.
The SBDC Outreach and Client Engagement Analyst has a key role in connecting small business owners and community partners with valuable resources by coordinating client intake and referrals, maintaining program data, and supporting marketing, events, and outreach activities.
The ideal candidate brings strong communication, organizational, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills, with a passion for improving the client experience, strengthening community partnerships, and supporting small business success across Arizona.
Essential Functions:
35% – Outreach, Communication, Storytelling, & Digital Media Support:
• Assists in gathering, organizing, and formatting content for high-impact marketing collateral, executive pitch decks, line-item one-pagers, and digital newsletters.
• Coordinates initial client outreach to gather qualitative client success stories, impact highlights, and business milestone data to support the Network Annual Impact Report and legislative packets.
• Serves as a primary point of contact for external client inquiries, routing stakeholders to appropriate resources and maintaining responsive communication standards.
• Supports web content updates, posts social media content across network channels (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram), and assists with scheduling e-newsletter distributions.
15% – Client Intake Triage & Routing:
• Key participant in designing the intake process. Including Monitors, triages, and processes incoming electronic Requests for Counseling (eRFCs) across the state network;
• Routes client intakes to appropriate regional centers and ecosystem resource partners.
25% – Event & Partner Logistics Coordination:
• Attending and representing the AZSBDC at events, coordinates logistics, registration tracking, materials preparation, and venue setup for statewide partner summits, webinars, expos, and joint ecosystem training sessions.
15% – Performance Data & Metrics Tracking:
• Tracks, aggregates, and verifies client intake metrics, referral sources, and digital engagement analytics to measure outreach program effectiveness.
10% – Performs other duties as assigned.
More information at https://www.maricopa.edu/about/careers/full-time-staff (Search SBDC)
Program Analyst, Network Operations Analyst
Additional Information
Maricopa Community Colleges’ Arizona Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive, and collaborative SBDC Network Operations Analyst (Specially Funded) to support statewide operations, financial processes, contract administration, data accuracy, and compliance activities.
The SBDC Network Operations Analyst (Specially Funded) position plays a key role in coordinating contracts and Memorandums of Agreement (MOAs), processing financial expenses, auditing client records in CenterIC (the Network’s client management and reporting system), and supporting federal and accreditation reviews.
Reporting to the Program Manager, Operations the ideal candidate brings strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills to improve processes, resolve operational challenges, and collaborate with partners across the statewide network.
Essential Functions:
30% – Contract & Agreement Tracking and Financial Processing:
• Tracks, logs, and monitors the lifecycle of host institution Memoranda of Agreement/Understanding (MOAs/MOUs), subrecipient contracts, amendments, and scopes of work.
• Supports the development of SBA Funding Opportunities.
• Reviews and processes host institution expense reports, travel reimbursements, cost-share/match documentation, and invoices for operational policy compliance.
20% – Accreditation Preparation and Data & Documentation Quality Auditing:
• Assists in compiling self-study documentation, evidence files, and site audit checklists to support America’s SBDC (ASBDC) National Accreditation reviews and SBA site visits.
• Conducts routine data quality audits in CenterIC across regional center client files, advisor counseling notes, and capital impact documentations to ensure compliance with SBA definitions and data governance standards.
20% – Internal Network Support:
• Serves as internal support for regional centers and host institutions, routing operational inquiries and providing technical guidance regarding CenterIC user access and operating standards.
15% – Center Handbook & SOP Updates:
• Assists with organizing and updating the statewide “Center Handbook” standard operating template, SOP repositories, and policy documentation files.
10% – Advisor Certification & Training Records:
• Maintains centralized records, tracking advisor professional development hours, mandatory compliance trainings, specialized credentials, and onboarding course completions.
5% – Performs other duties as assigned.
More information at https://www.maricopa.edu/about/careers/full-time-staff (search SBDC)
State Director
Business Consultant
Additional Information
The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center, Valdosta office, seeks an experienced management professional with strong skills in financial analysis, business budgeting, small business lending practices, and problem solving to serve the Valdosta area as a business consultant.
A Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Business Consultant is a public service faculty position reporting to the Area Director. The person is responsible for providing counseling and delivering programs to individuals, businesses, communities, and organizations in their assigned geographic territory. This charge requires a broad base of business knowledge, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously. These duties require the integration of business theory and practice, thus necessitating professional development activities. Multi-county travel is required.
Join an environment that has been named by Georgia Trend as a Best Place to Work. Our team consists of a well-respected and collaborative group of professionals committed to using their areas of expertise to enhance the economic well-being of the small business community. As a trusted Business Consultant, you will enjoy applying your knowledge to help small business clients reach their goals by providing a wide range of educational and consulting services. We are looking for trusted consultants who have a passion to serve and a desire to make a positive impact on the small business community.
Grant Funded Position
Business Consultant
Additional Information
Provide one-on-one business consulting and group business training to new and existing small businesses in Bulloch, Liberty, and surrounding counties.
Responsibilities:
Work collaboratively with private sector businesses and other economic development assistance units of University System and other units of State Government to further economic well
being of Georgia’s citizens
Analyze situations, make recommendations and educate clients with regard to business plans, market feasibility, financial viability, operations management, and legal structures
Direct clients to other appropriate sources of business information and assistance
Develop and deliver business training programs that are responsive to needs of business community served
Perform administrative responsibilities as assigned including documenting activities
Assist in office operation to ensure client service and timely response to client inquiries
Serve as an advocate of business development, expansion and retention in area
Engage in public relations activities such as speeches and presentations
Actively participate in development and execution of sponsorship acquisition strategies in support of area office and state goals
Area Director
Additional Information
Would you like to have an impact on your community and make a difference? Are you committed to service? Are you a strategic thinker with strong business acumen and leadership experience? Do you excel at managing teams, analyzing complex business challenges, and driving results? The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in Tucker, GA is seeking a highly motivated individual for a management-level, public service faculty position dedicated to helping Georgia businesses grow and prosper. We seek a skilled professional for a management-level, public service faculty position focused on business development and operational leadership, dedicated to helping Georgia businesses grow and prosper.
As an Area Director, you will apply your broad base of business knowledge to deliver high-impact consulting, training, and strategic guidance to small businesses across your assigned territory. Responsibilities also include managing the DeKalb SBDC territory and office personnel. This role requires strong analytical capabilities, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. You will lead the daily operations of the Tucker office, supervise, and ensure program excellence within the DeKalb County SBDC service area.
This position involves multi-county travel and offers the opportunity to apply your expertise in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
The salary is $95,000 with a comprehensive benefits package, including a defined benefits retirement plan.
Area Director
Additional Information
Would you like to have an impact on your community and make a difference? Are you committed to service? Are you a strategic thinker with strong business acumen and leadership experience? Do you excel at managing teams, analyzing complex business challenges, and driving results? The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in Rome, GA is seeking a highly motivated individual for a management-level, public service faculty position dedicated to helping Georgia businesses grow and prosper. We seek a skilled professional for a management-level, public service faculty position focused on business development and operational leadership, dedicated to helping Georgia businesses grow and prosper.
As an Area Director, you will apply your broad base of business knowledge to deliver high-impact consulting, training, and strategic guidance to small businesses across your assigned territory. Responsibilities also include managing the Rome SBDC territory and office personnel. You will lead the daily operations of the Rome office, supervise, and ensure program excellence within the Rome County SBDC service area.
This position involves multi-county travel and offers the opportunity to apply your expertise in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
The salary is $90,000 with a comprehensive benefits package, including a defined benefits retirement plan.
Business Consultant
Additional Information
The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center seeks an experienced, results-driven management professional with strong business skills to serve the Savannah area as a Business Consultant. If you’re ready to apply your business expertise in a role that supports Georgia’s economic growth, we encourage you to.
A Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Business Consultant is a public service faculty position responsible for providing counseling and delivering programs to individuals, businesses, communities, organizations, and other public agencies in their assigned geographic territory. As a Business Consultant, you’ll work directly with business owners to provide expert guidance in areas such as financial analysis, business planning, marketing strategy, and operations management. You’ll also develop and lead educational programs tailored to the needs of the local business community.
This position is located in Savannah, Georgia. Multi-county travel is required.
Nov 14
Centralized Client Onboarding Specialist
Additional Information
As a temporary employee of GVSU, the Centralized Client Onboarding Specialist serves as the critical “front door” for the Michigan SBDC, welcoming and onboarding new clients into our organization. Under the direction of the Centralized Client Intake Manager, this role is responsible for executing a high-performance, standardized statewide onboarding process, keeping the client at the center of what we do. Specialists will use standardized scripts, triage logic, scheduling, CRM, and AI systems to ensure every client is efficiently assessed and matched with the right consultant based on region and expertise.
Employment is expected to be a 1-year term, and employment renewal is contingent upon available funding. Part-time position working a maximum of 29 hours per week.
Primary Duties:
1. Call Management & Client Triage
Intake Execution: Provide a professional, consistent, and welcoming first point of contact for all clients.
Welcome Meetings: Prepare for and conduct scheduled phone calls with potential new clients. Introduce Michigan SBDC services, gather accurate information to confirm eligibility for no cost consulting, and route clients to the appropriate consultant.
Inbound Call Routing: Manage and triage inbound calls to the primary client-facing phone number.
Complex Case Escalation: Escalate complex client inquiries or system discrepancies to the Centralized Client Intake Manager for resolution.
Consultant Success: Conduct all onboarding activities to set the stage for a high-quality initial client-consultant meeting.
2. Systems Management & AI Utilization
System Compliance: Accurately record client data in Salesforce and use Slack for internal team communication.
AI Utilization: Use Intake-specific approved AI tools to ensure high-fidelity, consultant-ready data extraction from onboarding sessions.
Calendar Management: Utilize Google Workspace and Calendly for all onboarding sessions to prevent double-bookings.
3. Operational Adherence & Data Tracking
Protocol Adherence: Strictly follow all standardized scripts, knowledge bases, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) developed by the Lead Center.
Session Tracking: Accurately log data and information for each onboarding session for use in consulting and reporting.
Workflow Participation: Participate as required in quality reviews of Salesforce data entry and onboarding processes.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with a strong telephone presence.
Customer Success Experience: Experience in direct customer services, preferably high-volume customer-facing scheduling and service, where maintaining a high standard of professional “first impression” is critical.
Process Orientation: Proven ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and standardized scripts to ensure consistency.
Technical Dexterity: Demonstrated ability to swiftly navigate and adapt to multiple digital environments, including the rapid learning and integration of new productivity tools (e.g., Google Workspace, Gemini, Calendly) and CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce) into daily workflows.
Systemic Thinking (Triage Mindset): The ability to distinguish between administrative/triage needs, including escalations, and substantive consulting or diagnosis.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Technical Proficiency: Proficiency with digital productivity tools in the Michigan SBDC tech stack, including Google Workspace, Calendly, Slack and Salesforce.
Spanish Proficiency: Conversational and business Spanish is a plus.
Work Location & Schedule
Employment Status: This is a temporary hourly position employed through GVSU for a 1-year term. Employment renewal is contingent upon available funding.
Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA): This position is a remote role. Candidates must currently live in Michigan or be willing to relocate prior to the start date. Relocation assistance is not provided.
Shift Options (Capacity Management): Shifts will be scheduled to ensure 100% coverage during business hours.
About the Department/Division
For details about Seidman College of Business, visit http://www.gvsu.edu/seidman.
For details about the Unit, visit https://michigansbdc.org/
Salary: Hourly rate $16.50 (maximum 29 hours per week)
How to Apply: Apply online at GVSU Careers to be considered; applicants must upload the following (in PDF format) to the online application (five documents or five MB maximum):
Cover letter
Curriculum vitae
Unofficial copy of transcript
If selected for an interview, you will be asked to provide the names, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three professional references. You will also be required to submit official transcripts prior to the interview. If you have questions or need assistance, call Human Resources at 616-331-2215. Questions about this position may be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Sienna Mavima, mavimasi@gvsu.edu.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require sponsorship now or in the future
Application Deadline: This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See http://www.gvsu.edu/equalopportunity/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).
Grand Valley State University is an Antidiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.
Nov 2
Business Advisor - SBDC
Additional Information
Work with entrepreneurs every day—and change what happens next for their business.
This isn’t theory. This is real decisions, real money, real outcomes.
If you’ve built, run, or scaled a business—and want to help others do the same—this role puts you on the
front lines of entrepreneurship.
The Great Falls Development Alliance is hiring a Business Advisor to work directly with entrepreneurs and
small business owners across our region. You won’t just give advice—you’ll help people make real financial
decisions, secure funding, and grow sustainable businesses.
What you’ll do:
• Work 1:1 with business owners on strategy, growth, and problem-solving
• Develop business plans and guide loan packaging
• Analyze financials and help clients make smart decisions
• Advise on marketing, operations, and scaling
• Support succession planning and long-term sustainability
• Lead trainings, build partnerships, and expand our reach
We’re looking for someone who:
• Has real-world experience as a business owner or operator
• Is confident working with financial statements and projections
• Can quickly build trust with entrepreneurs
• Communicates clearly and knows how to ask the right questions
• Gets energy from helping others succeed
Why this role stands out:
You’ll work with hundreds of businesses and play a direct role in shaping the region’s economy—alongside
an award-winning team.
Note: This is NOT a remote position; candidates MUST live in or relocate to the Great Falls Montana region.
Position is open until we find a great team member. GFDA offers excellent benefits, professional development, and advancement opportunities. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please send a resume and cover letter telling us why you are interested in the position and how you and your experience will enable you to be a star performer on our team.
To apply, email cover letter and resume to:
Tracy Heggem, Executive Assistant
Tracy@GrowGreatFalls.org
The Montana Small Business Development Center is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration and the Montana Department of Commerce.
Export Assistance Advisor
Additional Information
The Entrepreneurs Center (EC) Export Assistance Director / Advisor will deliver the Ohio Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Export Assistance Network program in Dayton/Cincinnati, Ohio. The incumbent will support the SBDC department of the organization, including export readiness assessments, international marketing plans, market research, export compliance education, and access to export financing. In addition, the incumbent will serve as
the first point of contact for new-to-export businesses, as well as those expanding into new international markets, helping Ohio businesses improve and expand their exports.
Dec 10
Accounting Coordinator
Job Summary
Financial Administration – This position will assist with the financial oversight of the LSBDC Network and perform the day-to-day accounting transactions required for all the LSBDC contracts and grants. Duties include but are not limited to budget preparation, budget review, processing monthly invoices from subcontractors, reconciling financial reports to funding agencies, maintaining supporting documentation, and assisting with audits and financial reviews. Assist with preparing the LSBDC Network’s budget and program narrative in response to the annual SBA SBDC NOFO. Assist with the coordination of the annual sub-award agreements with sub-recipients. Monitors the LSBDC Network and sub-awards budget vs. actual and remaining balance activities. Assist with preparing the LSBDC Network’s quarterly financial and programmatic narrative reports. Assist with the development, maintenance, and implementation of the LSBDC Network financial and programmatic policies and procedures. Will coordinate with LSU Office of Sponsored Programs, Sponsored Program Accounting, and Procurement Services as required. (45%)
Workday / Accounting Transactions – Maintains knowledge of the LSU Workday system, GeauxGrants, and other systems related to the financial activities of the LSBDC Network’s contracts and grants. Familiar with and follow all LSU financial policies and procedures. Reviews fiscal documents, balances and reconciles subsidiary accounting records, and collects data for budget projections and/or requests for release of funds. Assembles, verifies, and corrects data as needed. Prepares non-routine fiscal reports. Processes journal entries and online budget transfers and journal vouchers as necessary. Assist with P-card purchases and approvals, P-card reconciliation, purchase requisitions, and direct pay requests. Assists with travel requests from LSBDC Lead Center staff to ensure travel costs are within the budget and all prior approvals have been obtained from SBA. Compiles financial, accounting, or auditing reports on matters such as cash receipts, expenditures, accounts payable and receivable, and payroll. (45%)
Miscellaneous Duties – Assists with other LSBDC Network projects as required. Attends national, regional, and state meetings and trainings 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 LSBDC State Director. Support area, state, and federal research projects concerning small businesses and disseminate results to the community. Other duties as assigned. (10%)
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