Business Consulting Program Manager - 530131

The University of Alabama•Birmingham, AL

6d•Remote

About The Position

The Business Consulting Program Manager provides technical assistance services and develops program goals. This role oversees business creations, access to capital, business expansion, and job creation. The position serves as the senior counselor, providing leadership, technical assistance, and training to existing small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs based on their specific needs. The Program Manager will maintain an active client referral network and act as a key small business resource for local economic development, civic, government, and business organizations within a regional territory. This role involves working with a high volume of business owners and entrepreneurs weekly and monthly to assess needs, understand challenges, and offer solutions for small business start-up and growth. The primary service territory is Central, West, and Rural Alabama, with potential assignments to assist clients in other parts of the state.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and four (4) years of business consulting experience; OR master's degree and two (2) years of business consulting experience.
Must have valid U.S. driver's license.
Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Library research skills.
Working knowledge of spreadsheet and word processing software.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in a business related field and at least five (5) years of management experience; OR master's degree in a business related field and three (3) years of management experience.
Experience as a small business owner and or business consultant in dealing with the challenges of operating a small business and offering creative solutions in the areas of business planning, marketing, finance, and accounting.
Experience with Small Business Administration guaranty lending programs.
Experience with financial institutions and economic development organizations.

Responsibilities

Provides technical assistance services.
Develops program goals.
Oversees business creations, access to capital, business expansion, and job creation.
Serves as the senior counselor to provide leadership, technical assistance, and training to existing small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs.
Maintains an active client referral network.
Serves as a key small business resource for local economic development, civic, government, and business organizations within a regional territory.
Works with a high volume of business owners and entrepreneurs on a weekly and monthly basis to assess needs, understand challenges, and offer solutions for small business start-up and growth.