Business Consultant - Small Business Development Center

UW-Whitewater; Whitewater (WI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks a Business Consultant for the Small Business Development Center. The 12-month, 60% FTE role provides no-cost consulting to entrepreneurs in Dodge, Jefferson, Rock, and Walworth counties, helping with feasibility, plans, budgets, and education.

The position emphasizes building relationships with local business groups, delivering outreach programs, and speaking at partner events.

Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in business or related field.
• Several years of successful small business experience.
• Knowledge of business and financial management practices.
• Effective written, interpersonal, and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Small Business Consulting (40%): advise clients on venture feasibility, business plans, start‑up issues, financial projections, marketing and sales.
• Networking (50%): build relations with local business organizations and lenders; attend regional events.
• Programming & Economic Development (10%): guest speaking and regional events to promote SBDC services.

Skills

Bachelor-level degree in business or相关

Small business experience

Business and financial management

Written and verbal communication

Budgeting & planning

Collaborative work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Job description

## Business Consultant - Small Business Development CenterApply: Onsite: Whitewater, WI: Part time: Posted Today: JR10015996## ***Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.***## **Position Title:**Business Consultant - Small Business Development Center## **Job Category:**Academic Staff## **Employment Type:**Regular## **Job Profile:**Outreach Specialist## **Job Duties:** **Attention:** The Small Business Development Center in the College of Business and Economics at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater seeks a Business Consultant (OUTREACH SPECIALIST, OE009). This is a 12-month part-time position working 60% FTE, 24 hours a week. **Job Details:** The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater is part of a statewide network supporting entrepreneurs and business owners through no-cost, confidential consulting and business education. SBDC consultants facilitate improvement and growth for small and emerging mid-sized companies, helping to launch successful new enterprises. The Business Consultant provides consulting services to business owners, managers, professionals, and prospective entrepreneurs in Dodge, Jefferson, Rock, and Walworth counties.**CONDITIONS OF APPOINTMENT:** University of Wisconsin-Whitewater does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this, please contact Human Resources. **UW-Whitewater is not an e-verify employer, therefore STEM extensions are not options for work authorization.**## **Key Job Responsibilities:****Small Business Consulting (40%)** * Work with new and existing SBDC clients in the areas of venture feasibility analysis, business plan writing, business start-up issues, financial projections, marketing and sales, operation management, human resources, and other business management areas.* Conduct follow-up after each consulting session or educational offering, assisting and directing the clients of the SBDC in solving the problems and expanding opportunities associated with their business.* Use SBDC provided business analysis and strategy tools when appropriate.* Utilize SBDC best practices when working with clients to ensure quality service and time utilization based on metric optimization.* undefined **Networking (50%)** * Consultant will develop relationships with area business organizations and small business lenders to help further the mission of the SBDC as assigned by the director.* Attend networking events in Rock, Jefferson, Walworth, and Dodge counties. These events could include economic development meetings, chamber of commerce events, inventor groups, and similar gatherings.* Speak to individuals and groups about services provided by the SBDC network. **Programming and regional economic development support (10%)*** Serve as a guest speaker at the request of partner organizations that provide training, seminars, and workshops* Attend regional events, as requested, to promote and discuss SBDC services **Department:**COBE | Small Business Development Center (SBDC) **Compensation:** Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting full-time annual salary within the range of $58,333–$65,000 commensurate with the candidate's education, related experience, and qualifications. At 60% FTE this position can expect a contract salary of within the range of $35,000 to $39,000.UW System employees receive an excellent benefit package. To learn more about the UW System's comprehensive benefit package, review the UW System Employee Benefits Brochure. **Required Qualifications:** * A bachelor’s degree in business or a related field* Several years of successful small business experience* Knowledge and background in business and financial management practices* Effective written, interpersonal, and verbal communication skills* Ability to plan, organize, budget, and be accountable for a complex range of services to small business communities in the Whitewater Region of the SBDC.* Work cooperatively with other providers, including UWW, for assistance to small businesses* Manage a budget, including the generation of revenue* Tracking and managing the database* Demonstrated understanding of small business financial statements **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:** * Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and contribute to an inclusive campus environment* Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations, including necessary training and drills **How to Apply:** **Only complete application packages will be considered.** This includes online submission of the following documents: * Cover Letter* Resume* Name and contact information for three **professional** references **Contact Information:** If you have questions regarding this recruitment or if you are unable to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact us at [phone] or [e-mail] questions regarding this position, please contact:Search Committee Chair, Elizabeth Thelen [e-mail] **To Ensure Consideration:** Applications received by **October 30th, 2026,** are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. The most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.