Business Adviser - Small Business Development Center (SBDC) (Part-Time)

Provides small business assistance to registered SBDC clients to meet established goals relative to number of clients, startups, jobs, and economic impact as required by the Small Business Administration (SBA) and Oregon SBDC Network (OSBDCN).  He/she is responsible for designing, facilitating, and providing group training and orientation sessions, one-on-one advising, and follow-up services as necessary. 
 
Essential Duties

1. Provides assessment, counseling, training, and referrals to prospective and existing entrepreneurs in areas such as business planning, financial projections, marketing, record keeping and accounting, financing, management, and other areas of small business ownership depending on client needs. 
2. Designs, facilitates, and leads workshops on small business-related topics such as business startup basics, access to capital, business planning and projections, financial statements, budgeting, bookkeeping, accounting, marketing plans, branding, and industry-specific best practices. Designs and facilitates informational seminars and customized training programs to support specific local small business community needs.
3. Ensures the timely reporting of each counseling session including detailed notes, time, success stories, and economic impact (i.e., startups, jobs created/retained, capital infusion) into the client management system.
4. Acts as advocate and liaison between clients and governmental or financial institutions depending on client needs. 
5. Attends and participates in staff meetings, community partner meetings, professional development trainings, and conferences 

 
Additional Duties

1. Assists with outreach by promoting SBDC services at local events as assigned.
2. Performs all other duties as assigned.

 Education: Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Experience/Training: 

• Minimum (3) years of experience in small business ownership, management level employment at a small business, and/or providing direct services to the small business community (i.e. banking, insurance, chamber of commerce, city business license department, economic development position), including at least one (1) year of experience providing small business guidance and/or counseling
• Must complete annual ethics trainings offered by the Small Business Development Center network
• Experience working with diverse backgrounds of the college’s community, students and employees; demonstrated commitment to promoting access and diversity. 

 
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
 
Desired Qualifications

•  Bilingual skills, oral and written, at a professional level in English and Spanish 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to adhere to program confidentiality and Code of Ethical Conduct requirements as mandated by Small Business Administration (SBA) and Oregon SBDC Network
• Ability to lead programs, seminars, and conversations on topics related to small business management and ownership
• Ability to use equipment necessary to carry out job responsibilities such as, but not limited to, computer and virtual training software, cell/telephone, and projectors
• Knowledge of topics such as feasibility assessments, launching and scaling small business growth, business financing and loan packaging, financial literacy, new product development, business technology, market research, marketing strategies including social media and digital marketing techniques, organizational development, business analysis/business process improvement, and exit strategies
• Knowledge of veteran-, women-, and minority-owned business issues
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local resources for business
• Knowledge of business licensing and permitting regulations
• Knowledge of government contracting certifications and programs

Working Conditions
Work is typically performed in a normal office environment while sitting at a computer terminal. Visual eye strain and repetitive hand/wrist motion for data entry and keyboarding functions.

Important Information
MHCC only accepts applications through our online application system at http://agency.governmentjobs.com/mhcc/default.cfm. For technical assistance with this, please call 855-524-5627.

Please note:  We do not request or read letters of recommendation.  Also, it is not necessary to upload a large number of documents with your materials.  We are looking for the required documents and perhaps one or two additional documents of your choosing (optional).  Faculty applications require a current resume, cover letter and official transcripts (copies are fine for application purposes) and/or any required certificates or licenses.

Please note:  this is initially a self-screening system.  We recognize that our application process can be lengthy, so before you begin, please read all of the stated requirements to determine if you meet them.  Applicants must meet all of the stated minimum qualifications and additional requirements to be considered for this position.  Based on your responses to the qualifying questions, the system may automatically screen you out from further consideration.

Position subject to budget consideration and approval.  

Final candidates will be subject to a criminal background check as part of the employment process.

MHCC is NOT able to support Visa applications for employment at the college. Applicants must already be eligible to work in the United States to be considered.

MHCC provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235; OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015.

Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference by submitting as verification of eligibility a copy of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or a letter from the US Dept. of Veteran's Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension to your application. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veteran's disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veteran Affairs, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.

If you are seeking this preference, appropriate documentation must be provided at the time of application.  You may submit an electronic copy in the document upload area of the application in the section marked "veterans' preference document," or fax to 503-491-7257 or mail to Human Resources, Mt. Hood Community College, Gresham, OR   97030.  If you do not have your documentation, you may request it through your Veterans' Administration Office.

Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and interview process. Please notify Human Resources at least three working days prior to the date of need.

Mt. Hood Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively supports workforce diversity.

Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and interview process. Please notify Human Resources at least three working days prior to the date of need.

Mt. Hood Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively supports workforce diversity.