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, operations, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.
• 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.
• Ability to help clients with all facets of the business planning process.
• Ability to present, facilitate, and lead small and large groups with varying levels of expertise.
• 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.
• Adept at website content management, digital marketing, social media networks, and blog engagement.
• Strong proficiency in fundamental office and computer equipment and software programs such as Microsoft Office Suite, CIC platforms, and cloud-based software applications.
• 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.
• 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
• Cover Letter
• Resume/Vita
• Copies of Transcripts (official transcripts will be required if hired)
• Names and contact information for 3 references

Responsibilities

• Provide in-depth, confidential, no-cost business counseling.
• Offer no- to low-cost training.
• Provide resource and referral services to Louisiana’s 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.
• Engage in digital marketing, social media networks, and blog engagement.
• Develop a solid plan to start, stabilize, grow, or expand a business idea or concept.

What This Job Offers

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