Business Consultant/Program Coordinator at University of South Carolina in Columbia, South Carolina

Job Description:

Business Consultant/Program Coordinator



University of South Carolina




Department: DMSB Small Business Development Center



Advertised Salary Range: $55,000 - $59,000



Part/Full Time: Full Time



About UofSC






Diversity Statement






Advertised Job Summary


The SC Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Business Consultant/Program Manager is responsible for guiding and coordinating services provided through The BRIDGE program (or others) - an established SC SBDC program offering a specialized array of consulting, training and support services targeted to the African American small business community. This will include coordinating both internal staff/services and collaboration with external partners that support the program. Candidate will conduct community outreach to establish and enhance collaborations that support achievement of SC SBDC goals.The individual is also responsible for providing personal consulting and training services in the Midlands for business owners and entrepreneurs in order to increase job creation, access to capital, business growth, and business startups. The individual must have demonstrated relationship building skills, success in directing/coordinating collaborative projects, and consulting experience. Strong preference will be given for experience working in or with small businesses. Some travel for outreach activities and to support other SBDC centers around the state may also be required.



Required Education and Experience


Bachelor’s Degree plus 5 years of relevant experience.Ability to work evening and weekend hours on occasion to conduct and/or attend seminars. Some travel is required.



Preferred Qualifications


Strong preference for experience working in or with small businesses and in doing minority business certifications. Experience in or solid working knowledge of business financing.  Self-starter, goal-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.



Job Close Date


06/02/2024



Special Instructions to Applicant


Position is needed long term.


Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.


We are only accepting applications submitted June 2, 2024.



To apply, please visit: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/167060





EEO Statement


The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.















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