Director of Small Business Development Center (Grant Funded)

Arizona Western College; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 72,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid holidays

Tuition-free classes for employees and

dependents

Job summary

Arizona Western College seeks a Director of the Small Business Development Center (Grant Funded) to lead and grow counseling services, seminars, and programs for entrepreneurs in Yuma and La Paz counties. The role aligns with SBA guidelines and focuses on fostering local business success.

The ideal candidate brings proven leadership, experience in business consulting, and capability to promote regional economic growth while navigating grant-funded constraints.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience leading teams and conducting professional meetings.
• Three years of experience as a business owner or full-charge general manager.
• Three years of experience in business consulting.
• Additional language proficiencies (English/Spanish) are welcome in application materials.

Responsibilities

• Develops, manages, and implements service functions for small businesses, including counseling, seminars, workshops, and advisory services to SBA clients.
• Advises business owners and prospective owners seeking SBA-backed assistance.
• Promotes for-profit business growth, increased productivity, sustainability, and management improvement in Yuma and La Paz counties.
• Liaises with local organizations to improve the business climate and regional economic growth.

Skills

Leadership experience in teams

Team management

Business consulting

English/Spanish language skills

Education

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

Job description

Director of Small Business Development Center (Grant Funded)

Director of Small Business Development Center (Grant-Funded)

Are you passionate about helping businesses grow and communities thrive? Join Arizona Western College as the Director of Small Business Development Center and empower entrepreneurs across Yuma and La Paz Counties to turn their ideas into success!

This role is your chance to make a lasting impact by supporting local businesses, fostering economic growth, and creating opportunities throughout our community. Bring your leadership and passion to the table and help our region thrive!

Typical Duties:

• Serves Students.Serves the community. Develops, manages, and implements service functions associated with the small businesses, including both long- and short-term business counseling, seminars, workshops, classes, business programs, and consultant advisory services to small business owners and entrepreneurs. Advises business owners and prospective business owners who are SBDC clients. Provides business assistance services in accordance with U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) guidelines and procedures. Promotes for- profit business growth, expansion, innovation, increased productivity, sustainability, and management improvement in Yuma and La Paz County. Counsels clients based on their needs and concerns. Identifies appropriate resources for clients. Facilitates the attraction and retention of businesses in Yuma and La Paz counties.
• Promotes and facilitates regional economic growth, and serves as the liaison between the College and local organizations, public and private, that are involved with the improvement of the business climate in Yuma and La Paz counties.
• Support and participate in strategic planning initiatives and perform other duties as assigned.
• Bachelor's degree from a four-year, accredited institution in general business, management, finance, accounting, or related field
• Demonstrated experience leading teams and conducting professional meetings
• Three years of experience as a business owner involved in daily operations or as a full-charge general manager of a business
• Three years of experience in business consulting
• Applicants may indicate any additional language proficiencies in their application materials, including English/Spanish, as relevant to the position
  

Additional Eligibility Requirements:

• Arizona Driver's License or Equivalent

Salary:

$71,700– $76,002 per year, depending on experience..

Notes:

• Location: Reskilling Center
• Exempt
• Grant Funded (SBDC) - contingent upon continued funding

Why Work at AWC?

At Arizona Western College, we are committed to providing a rewarding work environment:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid holidays
• Tuition-free classes for full-time employees and dependents
• Innovative and student-focused institution - learn more !

FIRST REVIEW DATE:

The first review of applications date begin on November 2, 2026. Applications submitted after the first review date may not be considered for the position. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

• The statements in this posting describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the individual(s) assigned to this classification and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified.
• The institution and its designated representatives reserve the right to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice.

ADDRESS INQUIRIES TO:

Arizona Western College
Human Resources
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ARIZONA WESTERN COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER