Job Description

Description

Position Summary

Small Business Development Center Business Advisors primary responsibilities include one-on-one best practice advising and provision of information and statewide resources to Small Business Development clients.  Performs all functions and activities within the guidelines and philosophy set forth in the BMCC and the Oregon Small Business Development Center Network Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plans.

Essential Job Functions

• Provides experienced business guidance to clients who are existing or potential small business owners.
• Conducts or participates in the development and delivery of small business trainings.
• Works with regional organizations to coordinate and deliver Center services.
• Refers clients to appropriate resources, agencies, individuals or materials, as needed.
• Creates and maintains required client records and reports.
• Collaborates with the Small Business Development Center Director and members of the Oregon Small Business Development Network to develop best practices for client services.
• Maintains sensitivity, understanding, and respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, ability, economic, cultural, ideological, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Other duties as assigned.

Other Aspects of this Position

• Ability to travel around the district and meet with clients at their business sites; travel to other centers when needed; and professional development events, valid drivers license required.
• Must be able to work 5-20 flexible hours per week.
• Must be available to schedule weekend and evening advising sessions.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Individuals must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities:

• Strong listening, written and verbal communication skills required with ability to gather and convey ideas and information effectively to others.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Ability to empathize with clients and translate business experience into practical advice.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in business related area or equivalent experience.
• Current or previous small business ownership/management.
• Working knowledge of business organization and management.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of work experience with a "for profit" organization.
• Experience in writing business/marketing plans and preparation of financial statements.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) speaking, reading and writing ability.

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Part Time:

This is a part time position up to 29 hours per week as needed.  Part time employees earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked.

Pay:  27.34 per hour

This position is opened until filled; first review of complete applications is June 24, 2024 

APPLICATION PACKETS MUST INCLUDE:

Cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the position description;

Resume; and

Transcripts of course work - graduate and undergraduate (if applicable) unofficial are acceptable for the application process.

 

Please contact Human Resources (541-278-5837) if you have a special need/accommodation to aid your participation in our hiring process.

Veteran's preference points will be given provided DD214/DD215 is provided.

 

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. No sponsorship is available for this position.

 

Blue Mountain Community College is an equal opportunity educator and employer.  For complete EEO disclosure statement please go to www.bluecc.edu/EEO.

Experience Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Individuals must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities:

• Strong listening, written and verbal communication skills required with ability to gather and convey ideas and information effectively to others.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Ability to empathize with clients and translate business experience into practical advice.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in business related area or equivalent experience.
• Current or previous small business ownership/management.
• Working knowledge of business organization and management.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of work experience with a "for profit" organization.
• Experience in writing business/marketing plans and preparation of financial statements.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) speaking, reading and writing ability.

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Part Time:

This is a part time position up to 29 hours per week as needed.  Part time employees earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked.

Pay:  27.34 per hour

This position is opened until filled; first review of complete applications is June 24, 2024 

APPLICATION PACKETS MUST INCLUDE:

Cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the position description;

Resume; and

Transcripts of course work - graduate and undergraduate (if applicable) unofficial are acceptable for the application process.

 

Please contact Human Resources (541-278-5837) if you have a special need/accommodation to aid your participation in our hiring process.

Veteran's preference points will be given provided DD214/DD215 is provided.

 

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. No sponsorship is available for this position.

 

Blue Mountain Community College is an equal opportunity educator and employer.  For complete EEO disclosure statement please go to www.bluecc.edu/EEO.

Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Individuals must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities:

• Strong listening, written and verbal communication skills required with ability to gather and convey ideas and information effectively to others.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
• Ability to empathize with clients and translate business experience into practical advice.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in business related area or equivalent experience.
• Current or previous small business ownership/management.
• Working knowledge of business organization and management.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of work experience with a "for profit" organization.
• Experience in writing business/marketing plans and preparation of financial statements.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) speaking, reading and writing ability.

---

Part Time:

This is a part time position up to 29 hours per week as needed.  Part time employees earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked.

Pay:  27.34 per hour

This position is opened until filled; first review of complete applications is June 24, 2024 

APPLICATION PACKETS MUST INCLUDE:

Cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the position description;

Resume; and

Transcripts of course work - graduate and undergraduate (if applicable) unofficial are acceptable for the application process.

 

Please contact Human Resources (541-278-5837) if you have a special need/accommodation to aid your participation in our hiring process.

Veteran's preference points will be given provided DD214/DD215 is provided.

 

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. No sponsorship is available for this position.

 

Blue Mountain Community College is an equal opportunity educator and employer.  For complete EEO disclosure statement please go to www.bluecc.edu/EEO.

Experience Requirements

Position Summary

Small Business Development Center Business Advisors primary responsibilities include one-on-one best practice advising and provision of information and statewide resources to Small Business Development clients.  Performs all functions and activities within the guidelines and philosophy set forth in the BMCC and the Oregon Small Business Development Center Network Mission, Vision, and Strategic Plans.

Essential Job Functions

• Provides experienced business guidance to clients who are existing or potential small business owners.
• Conducts or participates in the development and delivery of small business trainings.
• Works with regional organizations to coordinate and deliver Center services.
• Refers clients to appropriate resources, agencies, individuals or materials, as needed.
• Creates and maintains required client records and reports.
• Collaborates with the Small Business Development Center Director and members of the Oregon Small Business Development Network to develop best practices for client services.
• Maintains sensitivity, understanding, and respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, ability, economic, cultural, ideological, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Other duties as assigned.

Other Aspects of this Position

• Ability to travel around the district and meet with clients at their business sites; travel to other centers when needed; and professional development events, valid drivers license required.
• Must be able to work 5-20 flexible hours per week.
• Must be available to schedule weekend and evening advising sessions.

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