Director of Small Business & Technology Development Center

Fayetteville State University; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Fayetteville State University seeks a Director of the Small Business & Technology Development Center to provide senior leadership for the Regional Service Center in Fayetteville and UNCP. You will oversee client counseling, training, and program administration, guiding staff and partner relationships.

The role emphasizes strategy, outreach, and performance evaluation, with an emphasis on expanding services to regional small businesses and entrepreneurship programs.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree with five years of relevant experience in business management or consulting.
• Bachelor's Degree with seven years of relevant experience.
• MBA is strongly preferred for senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior management oversight for the Regional Service Center.
• Supervise and mentor Regional Center personnel.
• Manage the Center's operational budget.
• Develop program marketing plans and implement them.
• Deliver training to meet annual work plan deliverables.
• Foster key partnerships with regional organizations and funding sources.
• Provide client counseling and technical assistance.

Skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Staff mentoring

Written and verbal communication

Partnership development

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

MBA (preferred)

Job description

Position Information

Position Title: Director of Small Business & Technology Development Center

Working Title: Director of Small Business & Technology Development Center

Position Number: 006747

Full-Time Or Part-Time: Full Time

Time Limited Position: No

Number of Vacancies: 1

Department: SBTDC

Posting Number: 0401892

SHRA/EHRA: Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)

Job Category: Exec, Admin, Managerial

Hiring Range: Commensurate with Education and Experience

Overall Position Competency: Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)

Primary Purpose of the Organization

This position provides the senior management oversight and leadership for the SBTDC's Regional Service Center at Fayetteville State University (FSU) and the sub-center at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke (UNCP). The SBTDC Director will be responsible for Client Counseling and Technical Assistance, Center Management and Administration, Marketing and Outreach, Training, and Performance Evaluations and Professional Development for a Regional Service Center with full time employees reporting to the Director.

• Planning and coordination of programs and activities of the Regional Center consistent with the overall goals and objectives of the SBTDC Strategic Plan.
• Supervising and mentoring Regional Center personnel
• Managing the Regional Center's operational budget
• Maintaining working relationships with key regional partners / resources, including NC DOC, EDPNC, Chambers of Commerce, EDCs, banks and other debt & equity funding sources.
• Developing program marketing plans and implementing these plans.
• Delivery of appropriate training to meet annual work plan deliverables
• Participating in training events as an instructor or moderator as appropriate
• Develop an annual performance plan and professional development plan for self and each employee based at the Center
• Providing direct client service, advice and technical assistance
• Other duties as assigned or outlined in the position description

Primary Purpose of the Position

The primary office for this position will be located in the Fayetteville-Cumberland Regional Entrepreneur and Business HUB. FSU is a constituent institution of the University of North Carolina System. The College of Business and Economics (CBE) is accredited by AACSB International and the School is ranked among the top 100 part-time and online graduate business school programs in the U.S. by US News and World Report and Princeton Review. The School provides an attractive and collegial academic environment with a strong focus on teaching, service, and community relationships.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

• Master's Degree with five years of relevant experience in business management / consulting or
• Bachelor's Degree with seven years of relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Broad general knowledge of business principles and practices and excellent interpersonal and communication skills are required.
• Ability to develop and manage multiple projects and proven ability to work effectively with both the academic and business communities.
• Small business ownership or management experience is strongly preferred. Consulting experience, particularly in a small business setting.
• Ability to develop, strengthen and lead strong programs / initiatives; establish and maintain strong partnership relationships; and manage / mentor professional staff / build a team.
• Must be able to navigate the university environment, work autonomously and manage multiple projects and communicate well both verbally and in writing.

Preferred Qualifications

An MBA degree is strongly preferred.

Notice to Applicants

Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase "see resume." Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.

Additional Information for Applicants

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified prior to employment. Transcripts should be provided for all earned degrees and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. Transcript requests are the responsibility of the candidate.

EEO Statement

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), academic verification and credit history check (if applicable). Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and employment and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Veteran's Statement

Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

Open Until Filled: Yes

Quick Link

https://jobs.uncfsu.edu/postings/29335