Sponsor Funded Professional - Project Manager: Business Consultant

Sponsor Funded Professional: Project Manager - Business Consultant

Robinson College of Business

Atlanta Campus

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.

WHAT MAKES The Robinson College of Business A GREAT PLACE?

* A flexible work environment

* Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.

* A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.

* Professional development opportunity and mentorship

* A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO

* Provide high quality individual instruction and educational support to entrepreneurs,
business owners, and business managers.

* Analyze situations, make recommendations, and educate clients with regard to business plans, market feasibility, financial viability, operations management, and legal structures, to name but a few topics.

* Maintain an appropriate level and mix of clients as noted by annual goals and strategic plan
objectives.

* Responsible for developing and refining a consulting practice that yields
impactful results.

* Develop and deliver high quality business training programs that are responsive to the
needs of the business community served.

* Generate curricula for business programs, seminars, conferences, etc. for the local business interests.

* Determine and initiate, topics, agendas, instructors, instructional materials, location, time and other resources required.

* Create and produce instructional materials.

* Serve as an instructor of business training programs and secure qualified outside instructors, as
needed.

* Effectively market business training programs within assigned communities, so as to meet annual goals.

* Direct clients to other appropriate sources of business information and
assistance.

* Disseminate pertinent information to the business community via
various media.

* Serve as an advocate of business development, expansion and retention in the
area, thereby becoming a visible leader in the local business community.

* Work collaboratively with private-sector businesses, other economic development
assistance units of the University System, and other units of State Government to
further the economic well-being of Georgia's citizens.

* Engage in public relations activities such as, speeches, presentations, active
committee participation, and direct discussions. Relevant audiences include
bankers, colleges and universities, chambers of commerce, economic
development authorities, downtown development organizations, government
agencies, local political offices, civic organizations, local media and potential
program sponsors.

* Assist in the continued development, implementation, and updating of the
organization's strategic plan.

* Ensure that organizational goals and objectives are accomplished in a timely and thorough manner.

* Work with colleagues to develop and deploy annual action and marketing plans that align with the
organizational strategic plan, are tailored to meeting the specific small business
needs within the assigned geography, and capitalize on the skills of SBDC
personnel.

* Prepare and execute individual work plans, including professional
development initiatives, which align with area office objectives.

* Support organizational improvement efforts through active involvement
with internal committees, center reviews, special projects, and various
assessments as directed by the state office.

* Actively participate in the development and execution of sponsorship
acquisition strategies in support of area office and state goals.

* Initiate co-sponsorship of programs with private businesses, economic
development organizations, and other government entities.

* Seek and apply for grants relevant to entrepreneurship and business development.

* Document activities via electronic information system (Unity) in a timely,
accurate, and comprehensive manner.

* Maintain client files as per SBA and SBDC guidelines.

* Provide impact information for required SBA reporting
including but not limited to success stories.

* Perform all responsibilities efficiently and effectively within assigned area office.

* Ensure that administrative policies are followed, that programs are innovative and
responsive, and that top quality services are delivered.

* Utilize client and management feedback in striving for continuous improvement.

* Maintain positive, professional relations with other institutions.

Represent the Area Director when required.

Minimum Hiring Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and five years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

Masters degree in Business or related field is preferred, but not required.

Applicable experience of three years necessary.