Small Business Advisor

Small Business Advisor SUNY Onondaga About Onondaga Community College: Onondaga Community College, located in Syracuse, NY, is a college of the State University of New York (SUNY) system and one of 30 locally sponsored community colleges throughout New York State. Onondaga County is our sponsor. We offer two-year degree programs that serve as transfer opportunities to baccalaureate degree programs at four-year campuses or for direct entry to the workforce. We also offer certificate programs that can generally be completed in one year. Onondaga is a diverse educational learning community. We are committed to creating and maintaining an atmosphere where individuality is not only recognized - but encouraged - to contribute to the fabric of the campus environment. We continue to serve the educational and economic development needs of the region and proudly boast more than 40,000 alumni. Job Description: The Senior Advisor provides a comprehensive range of small business-based assistance including one-to-one client counseling in the area of business plan development; analyzes, prepares and structures financial statements, such as cash flow projections, income statements and sources and uses statements; assists with developing a funding plan; provides assistance in automated and manual record keeping systems and assists clients with market related issues such as advertising, promotional functions, market surveys, and other related areas MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide quality one-to-one advisement and counseling to a varied and complex range of clientele in the areas of business plan development, financial projections and business strategies. • Conduct and develop Small Business Development Center (SBDC) training sessions and workshops on a regular basis and provide follow-up services as necessary to attendees. • Act as a clearinghouse for information for clients and other interested individuals and refers, when necessary, those individuals to outside entities, which can provide additional support services. • Participates in business related training events and programs as part of ongoing professional development. • Initiates and maintains contact with business and economic development community stakeholders for client referral purposes. • Enters client data into the management database in a timely manner. • Provides customized funding plans for applicable clients. • Responsible for achieving economic impact goals for the Regional Center. • Understand specific small business needs within each county and work with Director to satisfy those needs. • Provide direct assistance to all staff in meeting client and program objectives. Requirements: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS • Bachelor's degree in the area of business, management, finance, economics or related field from a regionally accredited college, university or foreign equivalency. • Minimum three years' small business experience or in an entrepreneurial environment. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS • Small business ownership or consultation experience. • Experience with small business advisement • Knowledge of commercial lending • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills • Knowledge of accounting principles • Knowledge of marketing principles • Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred. English and other languages will be considered. KNOWELDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Ability to effectively represent the college and SBDC to community organizations • Ability to exercise good judgement within established guidelines • Ability to collaborate effectively within a group setting • Strong verbal and written communication skills • Ability to relate well with diverse constituencies • Effective organizational and time management skills • Ability to effectively manage client scheduling • Ability to work independently without direct supervision • Possess an understanding of the importance of confidentiality • Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint Additional Information: • Salary range is: $44,000 - $55,000, commensurate with credentials and relevant experience. • Onondaga Community College offers a generous and competitive benefits package including: • New York State Local Retirement System (pension) or an Optional Retirement Plan (401a). • Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance plans (qualifying domestic partner included). • Onondaga Community College participates in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program for eligible borrowers. Position will be serving clients predominately in Cayuga, Seneca and Cortland counties. Application Instructions: • To be considered, please submit a resume and cover letter at time of application. • The three (3) references listed on the application must be professional references, two of which must be current or former supervisors. Finalists will be contacted prior to references being checked. • Offers are contingent upon the completion of a background check, and official transcripts are required upon hire. Please contact hr@sunyocc.edu if you have questions. To apply, visit Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-3458936e2ab14ca387e6e3c8b02c71afJobiqoTJN. Keywords: Business Consultant, Location: Syracuse, NY - 13201