Business Consultant - Small Business Development Center

## ***Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.***## **Position Title:**Business Consultant - Small Business Development Center## **Job Category:**Academic Staff## **Employment Type:**Terminal (Fixed Term)## **Job Profile:**Administrative Specialist NE## **Job Duties:**The Business Consultant provides consulting and training services to business owners, managers, professionals and prospective entrepreneurs in the St. Croix Valley counties of Polk, St. Croix and Pierce.**RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Work with new and existing SBDC clients in the areas of feasibility analysis, business plan writing, business start-up, financial projections, marketing and sales, operation management, human resources and other business management areas* Use SBDC provided business analysis and strategy tools when appropriate* Utilize SBDC best practices when working with clients to ensure quality service, and time utilization based on metric optimization* Work toward meeting established metrics set by the WISBDC State Director and UW-River Falls SBDC Center Director* Meet the reporting requirements of the Wisconsin Small Business Development Center and the Small Business Administration as required for this position* Enter client notes, as required by the WI SBDC State Office, in the Customer Relations Management (CRM) program in a timely manner* Deploy and lead training programs such as the Entrepreneurial Training Program to expediate client progress and create consulting efficiencies* Attend webinars and meetings as required* Other duties as assigned## **Key Job Responsibilities:*** Assists, recommends, and advises staff on unit or program administrative issues, personnel matters, and budgetary problems* Serves on committees and attends meetings, representing the interests of the unit or program* Implements and executes established policies and procedures for a designated work unit to adhere to unit objectives and to align with established strategies* Schedules logistics and secures resources for a designated work unit to contribute to the day-to-day operational success* Analyzes data and trends, compiles progress reports, and provides appropriate recommendations or conclusions in support of the assigned operational work unit(s)## **Department:**Small Business Development CenterThis part time position is a fixed term position with an expected end date of 12/31/2026.**Required Qualifications:*** A Bachelor's degree in Business or related area* Several years of successful small business experience* Knowledge and background in business and financial management practices* Effective written and verbal communication skills**Preferred Qualifications:*** Business ownership {past or present)* Familiarity with St. Croix Valley entrepreneurial ecosystem## **How to Apply:**Applicants are required to apply online at . UWRF will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications.

Applicants are required to provide:* Resume* Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)**Inquiries should be addressed to:**

Katherine FosslerDirector Small Business Development Center & Search Chairkatherine.fossler@uwrf.edu**Deadline to Apply:** Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration, applicants should submit all required materials on or before February 28, 2026.Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.95%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits, go toUW-River Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources at 715-425-4941.## **Confidentiality of Applicant Materials**The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).## **Title IX Notice**As required by Title IX and federal regulations, UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities, including in admission and employment. Questions about the application of Title IX may be referred to UWRF’s Title IX Coordinator attitleix@uwrf.edu; the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights; or both. For more information, please see .## **Criminal Background Check and Reference Check Policy**Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you, your most recent employer, and all previous Universities of Wisconsin institutions and State of Wisconsin agency employers from the past seven (7) years to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment per Universities of Wisconsin Administrative Policy 1275.## **Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)**The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies can be viewed ator call University Police at 715-425-3133 for a paper copy.## **Reasonable Accommodations**UW-River Falls provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or an accommodation in applying because of a disability, contact hr@uwrf.edu or 715-425-3518.## **Academic Freedom & Freedom of Expression**The University is committed to academic freedom and freedom of expression, and provides all members of the University community the broadest possible latitude to explore ideas and to speak, write, listen, challenge and learn, pursuant to .**UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer**

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.The University of Wisconsin-River Falls (UWRF), one of the 13 prestigious Universities of Wisconsin, is located in scenic western Wisconsin, within the Twin Cities metropolitan area. UWRF serves approximately 5,000 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students who pursue degrees in over 70 programs offered through the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences, the College of Arts and Sciences, and the College of Education, Business and Allied Health.The university provides an excellent environment for learning, emphasizing the importance of faculty-student interaction in classrooms and laboratories, student-centered academic advising and a broad range of engaging co-curricular activities. UWRF is known for exceptional learning experiences, including undergraduate research, scholarly and creative activity, internships, and study abroad opportunities.The campus also offers easily accessible year-round arts, cultural, and recreational opportunities for the university and greater community. Consistently recognized as one of the Midwest's best regional universities, a Best Value university and one of America's Greenest Schools, UW-River Falls helps students develop the skills for lifelong success.Learn more about working #J-18808-Ljbffr