Business Incubator Manager

Fletcher Technical Community College; Schriever (LA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Fletcher Technical Community College in Schriever, LA is seeking a coordinator to lead the incubator program, bridging students and local entrepreneurs with resources and space to grow. You will manage ongoing operations, mentor participants, and coordinate workshops to drive program success.

Ideal candidates hold a business-related degree with multiple years of experience in entrepreneurship or incubator management, and possess strong project management and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a business-related field plus 5 years of experience.
• Experience in entrepreneurship, small business development, or incubator/accelerator management.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, especially launching new programs.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and mentorship abilities.
• Experience working with diverse populations including students and local entrepreneurs.
• Master's degree in a business-related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate incubator launch-ready: facilities, equipment, furniture, supplies, and onboarding processes.
• Manage daily operations for student cohorts and small business tenants; maintain organized, welcoming environment.
• Mentor entrepreneurs; provide business development resources, training, and networking opportunities.
• Build connections with faculty, staff, and community partners to link academics with entrepreneurship and attract participants.
• Coordinate workshops and events; explore shared-use spaces for food businesses.
• Track results and feedback to improve programming and sustainability.

Education

Bachelor's degree in business-related field

Master's degree in business-related field

Job description

Job no: 495802 Closes: 11/23/2026 11:55:00 PM Work Type: Staff Full-Time Locations: Schriever, LA Categories: Business and Administrative Affairs College: Fletcher Technical Community College Department: Academic Affairs Sub department: Business, Ed, Arts, Math & Sciences (BEAMS) Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Administrative/Staff Salary: $63,270.00

What You'll Do:

• Get the incubator launch-ready: coordinate facility needs, equipment, furniture, supplies, and participant onboarding processes.
• Manage daily operations for student cohorts and small business tenants, creating an organized, welcoming environment.
• Support entrepreneurs through mentorship, business development resources, training, and networking opportunities.
• Build connections with faculty, staff, and community partners to link academic learning with entrepreneurship and attract participants.
• Coordinate workshops and events, and help explore specialized spaces, including potential shared-use facilities for food businesses.
• Track results and participant feedback to improve programming and support the incubator's long-term growth and sustainability.

Required Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in a business-related field and five years of experience.
• Demonstrated experience in entrepreneurship, small business development, or incubator/accelerator management.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, especially in launching new programs or operations.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and mentorship abilities.
• Experience working with diverse populations, including students and local entrepreneurs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A master's degree in a business-related field.
• Knowledge of small business resources and regional economic development strategies is a plus.

Why This Role Matters:

This role helps turn innovation into action by connecting students, entrepreneurs, and community partners with the resources, support, and space they need to succeed.