Business Advisor
Vermont State University, Randolph Center, VT, United States
Job Details
BUSINESS ADVISOR
BARGAINING UNIT: Non-Bargaining Unit
FLSA: EXEMPT
GRADE 13
Basic Function To provide one-to-one, no fee, confidential advising and education to established small business owners and those considering launching a new business venture with emphasis on client segments and markets consistent with the VtSBDC strategic plan.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Create a welcoming environment for engagement and put clients at ease through the use of effective advising approaches.
Provide business advising in a manner to achieve the performance objectives of funders and stakeholders.
Assist clients with the steps necessary to prepare for financing needs, using financial spreadsheets to build projections and associated assumptions.
Build and maintain a portfolio of clients with potential for impact.
Stay up to date with small business trends, in order to share successful business practices with clients.
Perform outreach activities to promote and market the services available through VtSBDC to generate client referrals.
Use available technology to conduct remote advising and training.
Using VtSBDC-licensed tools, conduct research, analysis, and industry benchmarking to support advice given to clients.
Maintain records and produce reports relative to program activities in accordance with required client management systems.
Stay abreast of federal, state and regional economic development initiatives and programs; help clients best utilize these programs.
Develop and maintain local partnerships and collaborations that expand and enhance VtSBDC services in alignment with the strategic plan.
Identify education and training needs, and where appropriate, plan and assist in delivery.
Participate on advisor calls, staff meetings, committees and other related duties as requested by the State Director.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Supervision Received Direct supervision is received by State Director.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business administration or other appropriate discipline. Plus, five to seven years business experience, or combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.
Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in appropriate discipline with five to seven years relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Broad-based knowledge and experience in business and industry.
Experience planning and delivering business training programs.
Demonstrate understanding of and ability to articulate industries driving the Vermont economy.
Skills
Strong oral and written communication, presentation skills, planning, organizational and project management skills.
Proven record of accountability and follow-through with the ability to meet deadlines.
Abilities
Ability to work effectively with and represent the program to the business community, and a wide range of individuals within the state and region.
Work outside of regular business hours may be expected.
Valid Vermont driver’s license required.
Location Hybrid position, Vermont State Randolph campus, Randolph, VT.
Additional Information Two open positions: one position will cover 3 Northwest Region Counties and the other position will cover 2 Central Region Counties.
Compensation: The budgeted compensation for this position is $58,000 - $62,000.
Benefits Package
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
Tuition Waiver to Vermont State Colleges
Tuition Waiver to UVM* for dependent children
Employee Assistance Program
Long Term Disability
14 Paid Holidays
Medical, Personal, and Vacation Leave
This general outline illustrates the type of work which characterizes the job classification. It is not an all-encompassing statement of the specific duties, responsibilities and qualifications of individual positions assigned to the classification.
We encourage applicants with a demonstrated interest in building and supporting an inclusive, equitable, and diverse community at VSC.
Vermont State University is a part of the Vermont State Colleges System (VSCS). VSCS values individual differences that can be engaged in the service of learning. Diverse experiences from people of varied backgrounds inform and enrich our community. VSCS strongly encourages applications from historically marginalized and underrepresented populations. VSCS is an equal opportunity employer, in compliance with ADA requirements, and will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant. Please contact our HR office for assistance with accommodations at humanresources@vermontstate.edu.
NOTE: This job could be subject to a criminal background check. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon the satisfactory results of this check.
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BARGAINING UNIT: Non-Bargaining Unit
FLSA: EXEMPT
GRADE 13
Basic Function To provide one-to-one, no fee, confidential advising and education to established small business owners and those considering launching a new business venture with emphasis on client segments and markets consistent with the VtSBDC strategic plan.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Create a welcoming environment for engagement and put clients at ease through the use of effective advising approaches.
Provide business advising in a manner to achieve the performance objectives of funders and stakeholders.
Assist clients with the steps necessary to prepare for financing needs, using financial spreadsheets to build projections and associated assumptions.
Build and maintain a portfolio of clients with potential for impact.
Stay up to date with small business trends, in order to share successful business practices with clients.
Perform outreach activities to promote and market the services available through VtSBDC to generate client referrals.
Use available technology to conduct remote advising and training.
Using VtSBDC-licensed tools, conduct research, analysis, and industry benchmarking to support advice given to clients.
Maintain records and produce reports relative to program activities in accordance with required client management systems.
Stay abreast of federal, state and regional economic development initiatives and programs; help clients best utilize these programs.
Develop and maintain local partnerships and collaborations that expand and enhance VtSBDC services in alignment with the strategic plan.
Identify education and training needs, and where appropriate, plan and assist in delivery.
Participate on advisor calls, staff meetings, committees and other related duties as requested by the State Director.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Supervision Received Direct supervision is received by State Director.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in business administration or other appropriate discipline. Plus, five to seven years business experience, or combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.
Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in appropriate discipline with five to seven years relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Broad-based knowledge and experience in business and industry.
Experience planning and delivering business training programs.
Demonstrate understanding of and ability to articulate industries driving the Vermont economy.
Skills
Strong oral and written communication, presentation skills, planning, organizational and project management skills.
Proven record of accountability and follow-through with the ability to meet deadlines.
Abilities
Ability to work effectively with and represent the program to the business community, and a wide range of individuals within the state and region.
Work outside of regular business hours may be expected.
Valid Vermont driver’s license required.
Location Hybrid position, Vermont State Randolph campus, Randolph, VT.
Additional Information Two open positions: one position will cover 3 Northwest Region Counties and the other position will cover 2 Central Region Counties.
Compensation: The budgeted compensation for this position is $58,000 - $62,000.
Benefits Package
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
Tuition Waiver to Vermont State Colleges
Tuition Waiver to UVM* for dependent children
Employee Assistance Program
Long Term Disability
14 Paid Holidays
Medical, Personal, and Vacation Leave
This general outline illustrates the type of work which characterizes the job classification. It is not an all-encompassing statement of the specific duties, responsibilities and qualifications of individual positions assigned to the classification.
We encourage applicants with a demonstrated interest in building and supporting an inclusive, equitable, and diverse community at VSC.
Vermont State University is a part of the Vermont State Colleges System (VSCS). VSCS values individual differences that can be engaged in the service of learning. Diverse experiences from people of varied backgrounds inform and enrich our community. VSCS strongly encourages applications from historically marginalized and underrepresented populations. VSCS is an equal opportunity employer, in compliance with ADA requirements, and will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant. Please contact our HR office for assistance with accommodations at humanresources@vermontstate.edu.
NOTE: This job could be subject to a criminal background check. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon the satisfactory results of this check.
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