Business Trainer (Part Time) Staff Pool

Houston City College; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Houston City College is seeking a Business Trainer (Part Time) to deliver training to diverse business clients in leadership, management, and financial strategies. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least three years of industry experience.

This role offers flexible hours and the opportunity to impact the learning of various business entities, focusing on improving their skills and operational performance.

Qualifications

• 3 years demonstrated subject-related industry/technical experience required.
• Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) certification is required.
• Experience conducting business or corporate training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide training and consulting to business clients as needed.
• Assess training needs for business clients.
• Customize training content for business client objectives.

Skills

Business development

Financial planning

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration

Associate’s degree plus 4 years relevant work experience

Tools

Curriculum development

Job description

Business Trainer (Part Time) Staff Pool

Location: Houston, Texas, System Wide

Employment Type: Part-Time

Requisition ID: 25002ZU

Post Date: Jan 28, 2026

SUMMARY

Provides business skills training to business and corporate clients, particularly in leadership, management, supervisory skills, business growth, international business, exporting, importing, translation services, financial strategies, growth and expansion strategies, human resources, and other business needs. Delivery of training based on business and client needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide training and/or consulting to business clients as needed.
• Assess training needs for business clients in conjunction with Entrepreneurship staff.
• Provide training and development in exporting and importing; develop materials, curriculum, classroom assignments; evaluate program; present to small business owners, corporations, and large businesses.
• Customize training content and format to fit business client’s objectives.
• Provide instruction to business clients in the areas of soft skills, such as leadership, supervisory skills, human resource issues, etc.
• Deliver training in various classroom formats, using relevant training materials such as text, handouts, class exercises or assessment tools.
• Provide training and development in Translation and Interpretation; develop materials, curriculum, classroom assignments; evaluate program; present to small business owners, corporations, and large businesses.
• Provide training and development in growing small business: strategic planning, growth opportunities, social media, finance, leadership, negotiation skills, marketing, and other related business fields; develop materials, curriculum, classroom assignments; evaluate program; present to small business owners, corporations, and large businesses.
• Provide training and development in Financial Strategies for small and large businesses and corporations; develop materials, curriculum, classroom assignments; evaluate program; present to small business owners, corporations, and large businesses.
• Maintain familiarity with current business trends, materials, teaching aides and technique relative to business courses within the specific specialty and recommend their adoption when appropriate.
• Continue to update and revise course content and teaching methodology to maintain currency and relevance.
• Actively seek ways to improve instruction.
• Attend scheduled meetings with business clients and Entrepreneurial Office as requested including Adjunct Faculty Orientation.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Human Resources, education, marketing, communications, psychology, or related field required.

Associate’s degree plus 4 years directly related work experience may be considered in lieu of required degree.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Level 1: Licenses and certifications related to specific disciplines preferred.
• Level 2: 2 licenses and certificates related to specific disciplines preferred.
• Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) certification is required for exporting and importing instruction.
• Level 3: 3 licenses and certificates related to specific discipline preferred.

EXPERIENCE

3 years demonstrated subject-related industry/technical experience required.

Industry training, community college or university teaching experience preferred.

3 years experience working in HCC, conducting business or corporate training preferred.

6 years demonstrated subject-related industry/technical experience required.

Industry training, community college or university teaching experience preferred.

4 years experience working in HCC, conducting business or corporate training preferred.

9 years demonstrated subject-related industry/technical experience required.

Industry training, community college or university teaching experience preferred.

7 years experience working in HCC, conducting business or corporate training preferred.

Experience using learning theory-motivational, perceptual, and emotional forces present in the learning process and the conditions that affect individual learning and change preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge and experience in the discipline of business development and business growth including exporting, importing, business growth, international business growth, business plan development, growth strategies and growth opportunities, financial planning, marketing, translation processes, social media, and community development; curriculum development with an ability to encourage small business owners to use critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills with demonstrated proficiency in both oral and written communication.
• Comfortable training in a corporate or large business environment with ability to interact professionally with large business clients.
• Working knowledge of learning theory-motivational, perceptual, and emotional forces present in the learning process and the conditions that affect individual learning and change.
• Knowledge of current developments in related fields of specializations with the ability to keep up to date on changes in policies and procedures.
• Ability to contribute and present innovative ideas for new curricula and programs that combine traditional schedules with new demands from business leaders and business groups.
• Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills with demonstrated proficiency in both oral and written communication.
• Ability to customize training content and format to fit business objectives.
• Ability to produce professional quality handouts and presentations.
• Consideration for others.
• Spoke, read, and write the English language effectively.
• Ability to clearly and effectively present ideas in discussion and oral presentations.
• Ability to meet deadlines for reports and other required paperwork.
• Ability to use current technology.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and to perform any other job‑related duties requested by their supervisor.

This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.

The Organization

Houston City College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest single‑accredited, open‑admission, community colleges offering associate degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

The Team

Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting‑edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Location

• Fourth‑largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.
• Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
• Overall after‑taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
• Houston is a major‑league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
• The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
• World‑renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first‑rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.
• With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene.
• Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.

If this sounds like the role for you and you’re ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.

EEO Statement

Houston City College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non‑discrimination policies:

Sandra B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM‑SCP, Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX

PO Box 667517

Houston TX, 77266

713 718.8271 or [e-mail]

HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.

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