Job Information
University of Kansas SBDC Business Advisor in Lawrence, Kansas
28596BR
Job Title:
SBDC Business Advisor
Department:
Business
Primary Campus:
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Job Description:
50% Direct Client Counseling: Provide direct one-to-one counseling with small business clients in areas including business planning, finance, marketing, and management. Duties include but not limited to:
Assist clients with business plan development, financial projections, cash flow analysis, marketing plan development, and other areas of business development
Assist with client intake process including explaining services to and collecting data from clients
Maintain client relationships in accordance with Kansas SBDC policy
Conduct follow-up activities to improve service delivery and assessment
Participate in professional development activities to continue to develop counseling skills
Establish annual professional development plan under the guidance of the Regional Director and meet the goals of the plan
20% Administrative Support - Provide a broad range of administrative support for center and directors. Duties include but not limited to:
Maintain Kansas SBDC at KU client files and audit for accurate information
Enter and update client information in the Kansas SBDC database after each session
Compile Kansas SBDC at KU client information for monthly and quarterly reports
Assist the SBDC director in coordinating and marketing the SBDC program and services, curriculum, and event planning
Conduct market research in multiple databases for each new client, synthesize information, and send market research to clients
Answer the telephone and greet / assist in person visitors to the center
Participate in general office duties: copy resource material, file paperwork, sort incoming and outgoing mail, and data entry
Assist the Kansas SBDC at KU Director and other Kansas SBDC staff as directed in achieving the goals of the center
Perform other duties as assigned by the Regional Director
30% Community Outreach - Promote awareness of the services provided by the Kansas SBDC at KU, the Kansas SBDC, and the KU School of Business. Duties include but not limited to:
Deliver presentations to area organizations
Attend functions and networking events
Involvement with professional organizations
Assist with conducting startup seminars / workshops with small business clients
Develop and produce marketing materials for training seminars
Execute all organizational details, including registration, and follow-up for planned seminars
Req ID (Ex: 10567BR) :
28596BR
Disclaimer:
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.
Work Schedule:
M-F 8-5, some evenings and weekends
FLSA Status:
Nonexempt
Conditions of Employment:
Contingent on Funding
Contact Information to Applicants:
Will Katz, willkatz@ku.edu
Required Qualifications:
Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree plus 3 years of related experience.
A minimum of 1-year of experience working with small businesses or operating a small business, this can be concurrent with related experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as evidenced by application materials.
Demonstrated ability to utilize computer technology, including word processing, spreadsheet, Internet, scheduling, and data processing applications.
Employee Class:
U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Advertised Salary Range:
$47,500-$61,900
FTE:
1.0
Preferred Qualifications:
Degree in business or closely related field.
Two (2) years or more experience working with small businesses or operating a small business.
Demonstrated commitment to working with diverse populations and in a team environment.
A valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
Position Overview:
The Kansas Small Business Development Center at the University of Kansas (Kansas SBDC at KU) provides management/technical assistance, resource referrals/business information, and training to small business owners, potential business owners, and managers to enhance the success of small business ventures through innovation, expansion, and increased productivity. The SBDC Program Consultant reports to the Regional Director of Kansas SBDC.
This position is located off campus at the Kansas SBDC, at 718 New Hampshire Street, Lawrence, KS. Position is contingent on funding. This is a 1.0 FTE, regular, full-time, 12-month professional staff position.
Reg/Temp:
Regular
Application Review Begins:
20-Aug-2024
Anticipated Start Date:
09-Sep-2024
Additional Candidate Instruction:
A complete online application requires: 1) current resume; 2) a cover letter addressing required qualifications; 3) complete contact information for three professional references.
Applications will be reviewed until a qualified candidate is selected. To ensure consideration, please apply before September 26, 2024.
Job Family:
Administrative/Management-KUL
Work Location Assignment:
On-Site