"Coordinator IV - Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Business Advisor"

General Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in business administration or closely related field. Four years relevant business experience, business/economic development, finance, small business consulting, business management, banking, and/or small business ownership or in a related field. Masters degree preferred. Banking or public accounting experience preferred. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of education.

Nature & Purpose of Position/Usual Duties:

Provides professional business and management advising in the areas of general business, financing, marketing, bookkeeping, and accounting to startup small businesses in Montgomery County.

Primary Responsibilities (Staff Positions Only):

Provides professional business advising services to pre-venture, early stage and growth companies. Consults with clients throughout the service area of Montgomery County. Assists clients in analyzing business strengths and weaknesses and developing strategies for improvement. Assesses client's management and technical education needs and recommends appropriate training classes. Provides comprehensive advising services in areas such as: financial modeling, financial analysis and budgeting, capital formation, marketing, market research, business plan development, strategic planning, human resources, and other business related areas. Initiates and maintains relationships with key stakeholders, to include Small Business Administration (SBA) and its resource partners, lenders, economic development organizations, Chambers of Commerce and other community partners. Focuses and assists targeted small businesses in accessing financing through a local capital partner as well as other funding sources for business expansion and growth. Markets to and works with clients to identify and match their capital needs with traditional and non-traditional sources. Develops and updates specialized training classes and materials for individual clients or groups. May conduct training seminars or presentations. Participates in public relations activities. Assists the director with a variety of administrative duties and responsibilities. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Department:

Small Business Development Center

Occupational Category (Staff Positions Only):

Professional

Hiring Salary:

Monthly-Staff

Location:

Huntsville, Texas

Categories:

Administrative/Support
Staff/Administrative