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Business Consultant at University of Arkansas

Posted in Other 30+ days ago.

Location: Little Rock, Arkansas





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Type of Position:

Extension


Workstudy Position:

No



Job Type:

Regular



Work Shift:


Sponsorship Available:

No



Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:

Arkansas Small Business & Technology Development


Department's Website:

asbtdc.org



Summary of Job Duties:

The ASBTDC provides business consulting, technical assistance, and training to entrepreneurs and small business owners or managers in all facets of starting, managing and growing a small business. The Business Consultant will focus on individual assistance with business startup, business planning, marketing, budgeting, financial analysis, and preparing business owners to apply for funding. The Business Consultant will also conduct outreach and instruct training on small business topics. This position will focus on assisting entrepreneurs and small businesses with diverse backgrounds and working with communities of under-resourced groups. Services will be delivered in accordance with program guidelines in order to achieve the performance measures and economic impact goals of the ASBTDC.

The position requires the applicant to work in a professional environment: dependability, diplomacy, flexibility, discretion, judgment, and confidentiality are a must. This is a full-time, grant-funded position. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.



Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience:


  • Bachelor's degree with significant course work in business;

  • Direct experience with business planning, marketing and financial management;

  • Experience working with people of diverse backgrounds and working with communities of under-resourced groups to provide technical information to assist clients with starting, maintaining, or managing a business.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:


  • Master's degree in business or related field;

  • Small business ownership experience;

  • Business consulting experience;

  • Fluent in English and Spanish;

  • Experience with small business startup, marketing and financial management concepts.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES


  • Provide individual consulting assistance to include business startup advice; development of business plans; assessment of current business activities; and conducting and utilizing market research to make recommendations;

  • Provide loan proposal and financial projection development assistance to new and existing small businesse;

  • Provide budgeting advice; Conduct analysis of financial statements in order to identify potential problems and opportunities as well as counsel businesses on achieving and maintaining business financial health;

  • Prepare entrepreneurs for the process of seeking appropriate capital to build and grow their business;

  • Assist with recruitment, intake, and ongoing communication with clients who currently own or are interested in starting a business;

  • Build and maintain close professional relationships with small businesses throughout our targeted communities;

  • Conduct outreach in targeted communities, including with individual businesses;

  • Instruct workshops and classes on various business topics and recruit volunteer subject matter experts to present;

  • Maintain and document client records and related work activities in a manner consistent with program guidelines; track program metrics and improve the program's data-collecting practices;

  • May work with students in delivery of services and students and faculty regarding student projects;

  • Assist in implementation of the ASBTDC marketing plan;

  • Earns 32 hours of professional development annually according to professional development policies of the organization;

  • Performs other duties as assigned, in order to accomplish the goals and mission of the organization;

  • Must maintain valid driver's license and meet state requirements for operating vehicles on state business;

  • Must be available to work a flexible schedule which may include nights and weekends;

  • Must be available for in-state and out-of-state travel including overnight stays;

  • Must successfully pass University criminal and/or financial background checks;

  • Must adhere to University System and ASBTDC Conflict of Interest standards;

  • Must maintain confidentiality.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES


  • Knowledge of small business operations and management;

  • Ability to conduct financial ratio analysis and make recommendations based on the results of the analysis;

  • Ability to communicate financial information to individuals and business owners without a financial background;

  • Experience working with government small business financing programs;

  • Ability to conduct and utilize market research to assist small businesses with marketing;

  • Ability to utilize understanding of cultural practices and norms to build trust in diverse communities;

  • Ability to conduct outreach in rural communities;

  • Ability to assist business owners in developing financial projections;

  • Ability to conduct and deliver training in a classroom setting;

  • Excellent writing, public speaking and interpersonal skills;

  • Ability to conduct outreach to generate referrals of impact clients from diverse and rural communities;

  • Working knowledge in Microsoft productivity tools;

  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel.


Salary Information:

$52,000 - $60,000


Required Documents to Apply:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume


Optional Documents:



Additional Information:

Please upload all required documents in the "Resume" attachment section of your application (before hitting the submit button), if you want to be considered for this position.


Recruitment Contact Information:

Heather Robinette, Entrepreneurial Services Manager, hbrobinette@ualr.edu


All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.



Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Substance Abuse Testing

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce.

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and actively seeks the candidacy of minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities. Under Arkansas law, all applications are subject to disclosure. Persons hired must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Talking



Frequent Physical Activity:

Driving, Standing, Walking



Occasional Physical Activity:

Lifting, Pulling, Pushing



Benefits Eligible:

Yes
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