Role OverviewThe SBDC Consultant fosters a strong climate for small business growth by providing in-depth, confidential, no-cost business counseling, no-to-low-cost training, and resource and referral services to small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.
What You Will Do
Provides consultation services to small businesses on a wide range of topics, including marketing, retailing, advertising, budgeting, business planning, loan proposals, and personnel. Develops and coordinates training seminars and classes designed to meet specific needs of small business owners and managers.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have a strong climate for small business growth, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work cooperatively with local and regional economic development organizations, critical community governments, chambers of commerce, and business stakeholders.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university
- Minimum of five years of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience
- Economic Development Finance Professional (EDFP) certification from National Development Council preferred or have ability to obtain
- Transformational Coaching Credential from ACTP (Accredited Coach Training Program) from International Coach Federation or have ability to obtain
Benefits
- No-cost business counseling
- No-to-low-cost training
- Resource and referral services
- Opportunities for professional development
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