Business Counselor/CVWBC (UEC)

About the role

Temporary, Staff, Part Time, Non-Exempt, Non-Benefited position through 9/30/2026 (Appointment may be renewed annually based upon availability of funds, availability of work and satisfactory job performance).

Salary: $30.00-$40.00 per hour.

Location: Entrepreneurial Resource Center Palm Desert, 37023 Cook St. Suite 102, Palm Desert, CA 92211

Work Schedule: 19 hours per week. Schedule to be arranged, but typically, Monday-Friday within the hours of 8:00AM-5:00PM. Though some nights, weekend work may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one consulting and training to pre-venture, start-up, and small to medium-sized businesses to support growth and sustainability.
• Conduct detailed business evaluations and deliver actionable recommendations for improvement.
• Teach workshops based on the counselor’s area of expertise to enhance client knowledge and skills.
• Maintain accurate client records, document consulting sessions, and report outcomes in compliance.
• Generate new business leads through outreach and partnerships with local cities, chambers of commerce, business associations, and community organizations.
• Stay current on business trends, techniques, and best practices to provide informed guidance to clients.
• Collaborate with peers and the business community to share expertise and enhance service offerings.
• Prepare timely reports on client milestones, success stories, and overall impact of consulting services.
• Travel as required to perform cross county-wide job functions.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Economics, Entrepreneurship, or a closely related field; or Equivalent combination of relevant professional experience demonstrating the required knowledge and skills.
• Experience: Proven experience with small to medium-sized businesses on business expansion, growth strategies, and sustainability.
• Experience in business planning and operations to support business development.
• Demonstrated success in delivering consulting, training, or workshops to help businesses achieve measurable growth.
• Track record of building client relationships and collaborating with community partners to drive business opportunities.
• Experience documenting client outcomes and reporting milestones in compliance with program standards.
• Experience generating leads and developing partnerships to support business development initiatives.
• Knowledge of business planning, start-up management, and strategies for growth.
• Skilled in consulting, training, and providing actionable business recommendations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Able to analyze business challenges, manage multiple clients, and maintain accurate records.
• Committed to supporting client success and regional economic development.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish (Preferred)

Skills

• Business Planning
• Start-Up Management
• Growth Strategies
• Consulting
• Training
• Business Recommendations

Benefits

• Sick pay accruals
• Workers' Compensation
• Unemployment Insurance
• State Disability Insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer

University Enterprises Corporation at CSUSB is committed to a diverse workforce and affirmative action, and is an equal opportunity employer. UEC maintains and promotes a policy of non-discrimination and non-harassment on the basis of race, sex, gender, color, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic characteristics, status as a disabled veteran, or disabled veteran of the Vietnam era.