Business Consultant

Southeastern Louisiana University • Hammond, LA

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About The Position

Southeastern Louisiana University's Southeast Louisiana Business Center invites applications for the position of Business Consultant. The SBDC Business Consultant fosters a strong climate for small business growth by providing in-depth, confidential, no-cost business counseling, no- to low-cost training, and resource and referral services to Louisiana’s small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.

Requirements

• B.A., B.S., or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in either business ownership or operations, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency in fundamental office and computer equipment and software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite, CIC platforms, and cloud-based software applications.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, proper grammar, and professional etiquette.
• Cover Letter
• Resume/Vita
• Copies of Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if hired)
• Names and contact information for 3 references

Nice To Haves

• Consultation/Advising Skills – a keen ability to effectively analyze, interpret, and coach clients from various industries on multi-faceted business concepts to a positive outcome that directs their path to success.
• Presentation/Facilitation Skills – ability to present, facilitate, and lead small and large groups with varying levels of expertise.
• Communication Skills— Adept at website content management, digital marketing, social media networks, and blog engagement.
• Technical Capability –strong proficiency in fundamental office and computer equipment and software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite, CIC platforms, and cloud-based software applications.
• Leadership Skills – the ability to influence, motivate, and elevate others to do more than they knew possible, as well as an ability to know when to lead and when to follow.
• Small Business Path – a clear understanding of taking an idea or concept and developing a solid plan to start, stabilize, grow, or expand.
• Teamwork Oriented
• Business Insight
• Time Management
• Adaptability
• Emotional Intelligence
• Interpersonal Relations

Responsibilities

• Provide in-depth, confidential, no-cost business counseling to small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.
• Offer no- to low-cost training to small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.
• Provide resource and referral services to small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.
• Analyze, interpret, and coach clients from various industries on multi-faceted business concepts.
• Assist clients with all facets of the business planning process.
• Present, facilitate, and lead small and large groups with varying levels of expertise.
• Manage website content, digital marketing, social media networks, and blog engagement.
• Develop solid plans to start, stabilize, grow, or expand businesses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level