Small Business Analyst

Job Details

JOB TITLE: Small Business Analyst- Holbrook

CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

LOCATION: Holbrook

MANAGER/REPORTS TO: Director of Small Business Development Center

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for providing consultation to small business owners/managers. Serves as a resource for businesses and assists in identifying opportunities for extended client relationships. Supporting the Workforce and Economic development efforts of NPC. This position will require frequent travel throughout the Northland Pioneer College service areas, centers and campuses including the Navajo and Hopi reservations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Provides confidential client business coaching and analysis.
2. Interviews new clients/start-ups for feasibility and economic impact.
3. Follows policies & procedures for Arizona SBDC Network offices.
4. Assist NPC’s Workforce Development and Economic Development efforts.
5. Develops and presents seminars and workshops virtually and in person.
6. Oversee and present a minimum of three Dream Builder cohorts each year.
7. Designs and develops seminar and workshop marketing materials.
8. Reports coaching and workshop activity using Center IC (CIC) to report effort and economic development impact in the following areas: new business starts, new capital investments, new or retained jobs, increased sales, and new loans.
9. Handles questions on all SBDC activities from the community and clients.
10. Provides support for Director with administrative duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree or a minimum of five years of experience in small business counseling and or ownership. Five-years business experience. Skills and knowledge in business operations, small business practices and procedures. Valid Arizona Driver License.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in business or a business-related field. Managerial or ownership experience in a small business environment. General accounting knowledge. Banking/Small Business Funding experience. Proficient in navigating Navajo Nation business regulatory requirements. Able to communicate in Navajo.

BENEFITS: Based on College Procedure employees may be eligible for up to: Single Coverage Medical Insurance, Optional Employee Pay Dental/Vision Insurance, 4 Personal Days, 12 Holiday Days, 5 Days of Spring Break Leave, 10-20 Days of Annual Leave (depending on service length), 18 Sick Days that can accrue up to 130 Days, Professional Development Opportunities, Arizona State Retirement System membership, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance.