Executive Director (Small Businesses)

BridgeValley Community & Technical College seeks a dynamic leader to launch its partnership with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses (100KSB) program.   This grant funded (renewable) position is set to begin on July 1, 2024.  The program is housed within the Division of General Education & Professional Programs with the Executive Director reporting to the division dean.

The 100KSB initiative is part of a national investment to unlock the growth and job creation potential of small businesses, and is based on the broadly held view of leading experts that a combination of education, business support services, and access to capital best addresses the barriers to growth for small businesses.
 
The 10KSB program has three main components: business education, business support services (technical assistance and customized, one-on-one business advising) and the opportunity to access capital.  The ultimate goal of the initiative is for the participating business owners to increase their revenues and create jobs in their community and surrounding areas.  The Executive Director leads the successful development, implementation, and operation of 10,000 Small Businesses and reports to the community college President or Chancellor. The Executive Director is responsible for overseeing all components of the program, including business owner recruitment, local and regional partnerships, the delivery of curriculum and business services, the measurement and evaluation system, and the management of the day-to-day program.  
 
The Executive Director will demonstrate vision, management expertise, an in-depth knowledge of small business growth strategies, and an understanding of service delivery operations. They will possess the ability to manage people and build and sustain a healthy delivery team in a fast-paced environment, manage a budget, and deliver effective programs to program participants.  An integral component of the position is ensuring the curriculum, business services, networking, and alumni components are comprehensive and enable small businesses to grow and lead to job creation.  The specific duties of the 10KSB Executive Director include:
 

• Operate and continuously improve the 10KSB program to help small businesses expand and create jobs 
• Evaluate, recommend, develop, and effectively manage all partner relationships with local and regional organizations, associations, etc.
• Facilitate communication and manage relationships with local campus personnel 
• Coordinate efforts across different areas of the college to deliver a unified and comprehensive program
• Recruit and sustain a high functioning and performing regional 10KSB delivery team to deliver on the program’s vision
• Oversee grant reporting and program budget
• Responsibility for the implementation and ongoing management of the Measurement and Evaluation system
• Lead the continuous development and improvement of innovative and practical solutions to address the needs of small businesses in the realm of business support services, technical assistance and networking
• Develop targeted outreach and recruitment plans to attract the right businesses to the program
• Network with business support services organizations and other key stakeholders to enhance the local entrepreneurship ecosystem and to advance program recruitment
• Oversee events, clinics, and graduations for small business owners 

• Advanced degree from an accredited school, preferably in Business, Public Administration, Government Affairs or related 
• 5-7 years of senior management experience with a track record of progressive responsibility, preferably in private industry or a large community or governmental organization
• Experience in operating a small business and/or an in-depth knowledge of growth strategies for small businesses
• Background in building and mentoring a high performance team
  1. Demonstrated skill in developing strong teams and collaborations
• Knowledge of how to develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and a wide range of business, industry, and community partners
• Experience managing grants and budgets
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills
• Experience with program design, implementation and operations
• Previous experience in the creation and delivery of training or educational services 
• Excellent interpersonal skills 
• Ability to develop and oversee quality assurance measures to ensure program effectiveness 
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• High personal and professional ethical standards

• BridgeValley will not accept incomplete applications. Please fill out the application completely, even though the resume may include the same information.
• Employment is subject to satisfactory results on background check.
• Copies of transcripts may be sent but originals must be available prior to hire.
• This posting does not reflect the entire job description and may be changed and/or modified, at any time, without notice.
• We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor candidates requiring a visa.

BridgeValley Community and Technical College promotes student success, prepares a skilled workforce, and builds tomorrow's leaders by providing access to quality education.

BridgeValley is an an equal employment opportunity employer and affirmative action institution that does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status in its employment, programs, activities. 

Please contact the Human Resources office at 304-205-6606  if you need assistance or reasonable accommodation in the hiring process.