Business Advisor - CISBDC

Butler Aerospace & Defense; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

LinkedIn Learning

Job summary

The Indiana Small Business Development Center (ISBDC) seeks a Business Advisor to provide direct consulting to small businesses across eight counties, including the Indianapolis area. You will guide entrepreneurs on planning, financing, marketing and operations while tracking progress in the Neoserra CMS.

Responsibilities include delivering training, meeting SBA and Indiana requirements, engaging stakeholders, and supporting diverse clients with practical business solutions.

Qualifications

• Provide one-on-one counselling to entrepreneurs on business topics.
• Deliver training programs for local small businesses.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one counselling to entrepreneurs on business planning, financing, marketing, management and operations.
• Develop and deliver training programs for local small business clients.
• Track client progress using Neoserra CMS and ensure data quality.
• Meet SBA and Indiana performance metrics and report outcomes.
• Collaborate with the Regional Director and local leaders to engage stakeholders.
• Participate in community events to promote ISBDC services.
• Stay informed on trends in small business development and improve counselling services.

Skills

Counselling

Training delivery

CMS tracking

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Economic development

Education

Bachelor's degree in business

Tools

Neoserra CMS

MS Office

Job description

Position Overview

The Business Advisor at the Indiana Small Business Development Center (ISBDC) is a dynamic role focused on providing direct support and counsel to small businesses within an eight-county region, including the Indianapolis metropolitan area. The Business Advisor will be responsible for advising and guiding small businesses in various stages of development, conducting training sessions, and tracking client progress using the Neoserra Client Management System (CMS). This role demands compliance with both federal Small Business Administration (SBA) standards and the standards set by the State of Indiana Economic Development Corporation, host of the ISBDC network.

Responsibilities

Client Counselling

- Provide one-on-one counselling to entrepreneurs and small business owners on a range of topics, including business planning, financing, marketing, management, and operations.

Training Programs

- Develop and deliver training programs for local small businesses on key business topics, equipping entrepreneurs with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed.

Client Management

- Track client progress using the Neoserra CMS, ensuring all data is accurate and up-to-date. Ensure client interactions meet SBA counselling standards.

Performance Metrics

- Meet performance metrics set by the SBA and the State of Indiana Economic Development Corporation. Regularly report on performance and client outcomes.

Stakeholder Engagement

- Collaborate with the Regional Director and Deputy Regional Director to engage with local business leaders, community organizations, government entities, and academic institutions.

Community Involvement

- Participate in community events and public forums to promote the ISBDC and its services to the local business community.

Continuous Learning

- Stay informed about trends and developments in small business, economic development, and other relevant areas. Continually improve counselling and training services based on current best practices.

Relevant Obligations

As a member of the ISBDC, the Business Advisor has obligations to uphold transparency, meet compliance requirements set by the SBA and the State of Indiana Economic Development Corporation, and ensure equitable access to ISBDC services for all clients.

The Business Advisor role requires a strong understanding of small business development, excellent communication skills, and the ability to connect with diverse stakeholders. The Business Advisor must be a dedicated advocate for small businesses and economic development in the region, ready to support entrepreneurs at all stages of their business journey.

BU Benefits and Perks

Please check out Butler’s Total Rewards website to learn more about our benefit offerings, which include:

Paid Time Off and Holidays

- 20 days of paid time off (vacation and PTO days) per Fiscal year

- 8 Paid Holidays

- In addition, a paid Winter Break between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day

- Paid Parental Leave (after 1 year of full-time employment)

Health

- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans including disability and life insurance programs

Retirement

- 10% employer contribution after 1 year of full-time employment

Tuition Assistance

- Tuition Exchange Program for Dependents

- Remission of tuition for classes taken at Butler for employees, spouses, and dependent children. Eligibility after 9 months of full-time employment

- Employees & spouses- undergraduate/graduate degrees

- Dependents (under age 26)- undergraduate degree

- Covers tuition only

Butler Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks

- Access to Butler’s on-site fitness facility and libraries for full-time staff and faculty

- LinkedIn Learning Courses

- Free premium subscription to the Calm App

- Free subscription to the WSJ, The Economist, and NYT

- Discount at the College Bookstore

- Discount on select Athletic and Arts/Events Center Performances