Small Business Development Coordinator

Position Title: Small Business Development Coordinator 

Location: Rapid City 

Position Type: Full Time Exempt 

Salary Range: $55-65,000.00 Annually 
 

Job Summary: 

Project Solutions, Inc. (PSI) is seeking a full-time Project Coordinator to join our Business Services team. Our team helps develop small businesses, primarily within the construction industry, by providing training and coaching to increase their business growth and management potential. This role requires a self-driven individual able to operate autonomously under minimal supervision. This role also requires extensive organization, training development, public speaking, event facilitation, scheduling, and coordination with multiple clients. The Small Business Development Coordinator will report directly to the Business Projects Manager and will be responsible for supporting the programs, events, and tasks assigned to them. 

Position Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Schedule and coordinate individual and group training seminars 

• Prepare and present client meeting materials 

• Prepare and present digital presentations 

• Track and maintain client files 

• Assist in the development and design of business plans and capability statements 

• Assist in facilitating the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) programs for North Dakota, South Dakota, and Nebraska 

• Conduct research, write articles, and develop training related to the construction industry or general business development and best practices 

• Help prepare marketing materials for various business development programs and events 

• Conduct outreach initiatives to increase awareness and enrollment of the DBE programs and other training and leadership seminars. 

• Provide multimedia support for events and training sessions including developing web pages, presentations, and event promotion 

• Coordinate and schedule project activities and training through communication, outreach, and activity tracking of participants 

• Assist with reviewing DBE in state, interstate, and renewal certifications 

• Update tracking system for programs deliverables 

• Record meetings/webinars/training minutes and distribute the recorded materials 

• Participate in networking and community events with potential small businesses and partners, to increase program visibility 

• Travel to professional organization or contractor events to promote the DBE program and coaching services 

• Other tasks as assigned 

Required Education, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) in Business or a related field or equivalent 

• Strong written and oral communication skills 

• Ability to manage several client’s accounts, schedules, progress, and timelines at once 

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and time management skills 

• Ability to stay organized, focused, and collaborative in a deadline-driven environment 

• Strong attention to detail. Superior skills in proofreading and editing 

• Comfortable with public speaking, able to present to small and large audiences 

• Willing to learn and work in a coach or trainer role 

• Team-oriented, collaborative, resourceful, and positive can-do attitude 

• Ability to work efficiently and independently under pressure, self-starter  

• Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, MS Teams, and PowerPoint) 

• Ability to talk in front of camera or audience and present material in a professional manner  

• The ability to give and receive constructive and helpful feedback with staff colleagues 

Project Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, women, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans and minorities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.   

EOE/AA/M/F/Vets 

Project Solutions, Inc. is proud to offer the following benefits for full time employees:

• PTO
• 401 (k)
• 401 (k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Insurance

Project Solutions, Inc. is committed to the career development of each of our employees and is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where each person truly belongs.