Business Advisor II

CENTRAL OREGON COMMUNITY CLG; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 44,083 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

CENTRAL OREGON COMMUNITY CLG seeks a part-time Business Advisor II to provide advisory services to entrepreneurs and small business owners. Responsibilities include advising on business planning, financial analysis, and marketing strategies. The role requires effective communication and the ability to offer practical solutions based on individual client needs.

Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in business or finance, and experience running a small business is preferred. The position offers a competitive hourly wage between $32.00 and $40.00, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field.
• Experience with ownership or operation of a small business.
• Ability to evaluate business plans.

Responsibilities

• Advise, train, and provide assistance to entrepreneurs.
• Schedule meetings with business clients.
• Create action plans and provide recommendations.

Skills

Knowledge of business issues

Ability to empathize with clients

Effective communication

Ability to prioritize activities

Proficient with MS software

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or related field

Tools

Email

Internet

Word processing software

Spreadsheets

Job description

Classification Title: This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefited position. Non-represented and no guarantee of hours, approx. 20hrs/week

Hourly rate: $32.00 -$40.00 per hour, depending on experience

Open Until Filled: Yes

Position Type/Employee Class: Temporary PT Hourly

Instructor Status: Not applicable

Overtime Eligible: Non-Exempt

The Business Advisor II is responsible for advising, training, and providing assistance to entrepreneurs and small business owners. The advisor will provide resources and support in the areas of business and strategic planning, financial analysis, sales and marketing, and operations. The advisor will also assist in identifying other sources of expertise in the community to assist business clients with their specific needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with SBDC administrative assistant to schedule advisory meetings with prospective business clients.
• Provide business advising and problem solving to area businesses:
  • Meet with business owners and prospective business owners one-on-one.
  • Listen to business owner’s specific problems and analyze the critical problems.
  • Provide recommendations and actions to be taken.
  • Create action plans, next steps and follow-up.
  • Refer clients to other sources of expertise in the community.
• Facilitate referrals between clients and professional, technical, and government service providers.
• Record all client interactions in the OSBDCN database within one week of meetings.
• Attend monthly team staff meetings.
• Work with SBDC clients on detailed financial planning with the goal to complete and submit loan applications.
• Research new and available business tools and resources.
• Attend community events on behalf of the SBDC; including webinars for professional development.

Department Specific

Bilingual candidates (English/Spanish) are strongly encouraged to apply. Please note that one of these two roles will be filled with a candidate who can demonstrate bilingual proficiency.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of business issues and topics including finance/accounting, sales, marketing, operations and management.
• Ability to empathize with clients and quickly translate experience into practical advice.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to prioritize activities and projects.
• Skill and familiarity with computers, multi-line phones, and other standard office equipment
• Proficient keyboard skills and the use of MS software.
• Ability to match small business needs with available programs and resources.
• Ability to work with individuals of diverse economic, social and educational backgrounds.
• Available to occasionally travel around the district to meet with businesses on-site.
• Knowledge of basic office technology, computer software programs and the Internet.

Ergonomic Requirements

General hours are Monday to Friday between the hours of 8:00am to 5:00pm. Work is performed in an office environment, mostly sitting. Computer screen is used more than 50 percent of the time. The employee is regularly required use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms and requires near visual acuity to write, read written materials and computer screens, and sufficient hearing and speech ability for ordinary telephonic conversations. Physical movements involve guiding, feeding materials into proper position. Lifting objects vary daily, ranging up to 20lbs. All individuals are required to be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

• Education: bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field.
• Experience: ownership and/or operation of a small business.
• Computer literacy: ability to effectively use email, Internet, word processing, and spreadsheets.
• Ability to evaluate business plans.

Equivalency Statement

The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in business, finance, or related field
• Experience in consulting or training with small businesses.
• Experience in specialized training in business development, economic development, community development, marketing strategies, government contracts/ procurement and/or e-commerce strategies.
• Bilingual (Spanish language) candidates encouraged to apply.

EEO Statement

The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.

This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.

In support of COCC’s EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.

Human Resources
Newberry Hall
Bend, OR 97703
541-383-7216
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