Small Business Center Director

Responsibilities

• Provide confidential, personalized consultation to prospective and existing small business owners regarding business structure, business plans, financial analysis, capital access, and marketing.
• Proactively engage and embed within Moore and Hoke Counties to understand the specific and diverse needs of the local communities.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with key stakeholders, including local business leaders, government agencies, educational institutions, chambers of commerce, and nonprofit organizations.
• Develop and maintain visibility and accessibility through regular participation in community events, forums, and meetings.
• Monitor small business trends and proactively initiate activities to ensure the SBC remains responsive to evolving community and economic needs.
• Plan, schedule, and evaluate seminars and workshops, ensuring quality training that equips entrepreneurs and small business owners for success.
• Perform administrative tasks related to SBC management and operational effectiveness.
• Promote the SBC through community presentations, public speaking engagements, and targeted marketing campaigns.
• Attend and represent the SBC at professional development conferences, networking events, and stakeholder meetings.
• Manage instructional staff for seminars and classes.
• Prepare, manage, and monitor the SBC operational budget and report on accomplishments accurately and timely.
• Work collaboratively both internally within the College and externally, positively contributing to community and institutional objectives.
• Organize and ensure the Small Business Center Advisory Board is actively engaged, and proactively guiding the operations of the SBC based on community needs of the small business community in compliance with all state and federal guidelines.
• Ensure SBC program goals align with the vision of Workforce Development & Corporate Partnerships and the strategic plan of the College.

Requirements

• Must complete SBC director credentialing program within three years of hire and maintain professional competency with ongoing training as required.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Entrepreneurship, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional Experience: Five or more years of business experience in ownership or executive management, OR an advanced degree in a relevant field.
• Demonstrated experience in community engagement, partnership development, and business counseling.
• Language: Strong ability in reading, analyzing, and interpreting business information; excellent writing skills for reports, correspondence, and curricula; and ability to effectively present and respond to inquiries.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to perform basic calculations, decimals, and percentages.
• Reasoning Ability: Independent judgment in developing problem-solving techniques and motivational strategies.
• Computer Skills: Complete proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable use AI tools.
• Experience: Proven understanding of small business management, startup resources, and collaborative partnerships; Excellent communication, public speaking, and interpersonal skills; Five years minimum experience in small business support, corporate roles, industry, or entrepreneurship; At least two years of administrative and supervisory responsibilities; Three years progressive leadership in business-related environments required; Experience in business planning, accounting software, and administering business training programs.

Benefits

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