Area Director: Small Business Growth Leader

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in Tucker, GA is seeking a management-level public service faculty member to fill the Area Director-DeKalb role. This position focuses on business development, operational leadership, and helping Georgia businesses grow and prosper.

The successful candidate will lead a team, manage programs, engage with local partners, and ensure effective delivery of training and consultation services.

Qualifications

• Three years' experience in position-related responsibilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and a solid business education.
• Consult with and train small business owners and entrepreneurs.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality instruction to entrepreneurs, business owners, and managers; analyze situations, make recommendations, educate clients on business plans, market feasibility, financial viability, operations management, and legal structures.

Skills

Team management

Financial analysis

Business strategy

Entrepreneurship

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Business education/background

Job description

The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in Tucker, GA is seeking a management-level public service faculty member to fill the Area Director-DeKalb role. This position focuses on business development, operational leadership, and helping Georgia businesses grow and prosper.

The successful candidate will lead a team, manage programs, engage with local partners, and ensure effective delivery of training and consultation services.