Director, Small Business

Southern University at New Orleans; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Pension plan

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Job summary

A regional educational institution in New Orleans is looking for a Director for the Small Business Development & Management Institute. The ideal candidate will manage operations, supervise staff, and enhance visibility and funding efforts for small businesses. Requires a Bachelor's degree in business and at least 10 years of experience managing non-profits. Competitive salary range is $50,000 - $60,000.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in managing a non-profit organization.
• Experience with grant-writing and implementation.
• Strong background in business operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Small Business Incubator operations.
• Manage staff and deliver services to entrepreneurs.
• Attract funding resources to enhance SBDMI capabilities.

Skills

Office management

Grant writing

Supervision

Communication

Customer service training

Business development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Social Media platforms

Database technology

Job description

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Director, Small Business Development & Management Institute (SBDMI)

FLSA Classification

Exempt

Salary Range/Grade

Salary Range: $50,000 - $60,000

Grade: To be determined.

Reports to

Dean, College of Business & Public Administration

Job Description

Summary/objective

The Small Business Development & Management Institute (SBDMI) offers workshops and free consulting services to fuel the establishment and growth of small businesses. Whether you are considering starting a business for the first time or considering ways to grow your established business, we will connect you with the resources and tools to help your business prosper and grow. The SBDMI (Small Business Incubator) was made possible by a HUD grant. The program serves the local community in the successful development of start-ups and fledgling companies by providing entrepreneurs that will leave the program financially viable and freestanding. Incubator graduates have the potential to create jobs, revitalize neighborhoods, and strengthen local and national economies.

The SUNO Small Business Incubator program is an example of the convergence of the SUNO mission with Louisiana Workforce and Economic Development initiatives. The vision of the SUNO Small Business Incubator program is to develop a unique but vitally necessary collaboration between the College of Business & Public Administration (CBA) and the community that seeks to develop small businesses that operate in and service the cultural economy and the media arts industries of music and film production. The overarching goals are to develop small businesses, provide SUNO students industry access to training and mentors, create employment opportunities, establish and cultivate a thriving entertainment business infrastructure, and take advantage of the entertainment industry tax incentives in Louisiana.

The SBDMI Director's major functions are office management, staff supervision, hands-on delivery of services to clients, budget administration, grants and contract administration, as well as experience in successful grant writing implementation; development of work plans for SBDMI and its personnel. Director will participate in local and regional activities within the SUNO community and the Greater New Orleans community at large to enhance the visibility of the SBDMI. Additional duties may be assigned by the Dean of the College of Business & Public Administration.

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Oversee and coordinate the operations of the Small Business Incubator (SBMI) and work with CBA faculty in the integration of resources for the Incubator tenants, students, and faculty.
• Assist staff and Incubator residents with research, computer technology.
• Handle the administrative/clerical responsibilities of the SBDMI office, including collecting rents, facility maintenance requests, common space utilization requests, etc., from Small Business Incubator tenants.
• Responsible for safe and secure building access to include:
• Ensuring reasonable access to the Small Business Incubator Building for residents/tenants, their clients, and SUNO employees and students, including after hours.
• Working with SUNO Police Department to ensure the safety and security of residents/tenants, their clients, and SUNO employees and students.
• Working with the Facilities Management Department to ensure interior and exterior cleanliness of the Small Business Incubator Building.
• Gather information and prepare training materials and resources for small business clients to assist them in structuring and managing their small businesses.
• Recruit and manage all information about all upcoming seminars and training programs.
• Responsible for maintaining compliance for SUNO’s Workforce Development initiatives/trainings, including, but not limited to, daily inputting, monitoring all trainings, all reporting—external and internal.
• Participate and attend local and regional activities within the SUNO community and the Greater New Orleans community at large to enhance the visibility of the SBDMI to include:
• Maintaining membership and activity in the Louisiana Business Incubation Association (LBIA).
• Participate in local and regional activities within the SUNO community and the Greater New Orleans community to enhance the visibility of the SBDMI.
• Attract additional funding resources and partnerships to enhance the capabilities of the SBDMI.
• Responsible for new grant development and for attracting and cultivating partnerships in pursuit of funding or capacity expansion.
• Management of the SBDMI grant programs, business development, and the planning and implementation of SBDMI grants and community programs.
• Actively lead/or and support the development and implementation of activities related to Societal Impact and Community Engagement standards of AACSB International.
• Collect, store, and disseminate as necessary performance-based SBDMI and Business Incubator data needed for AACSB, SACS-COC or any other regulatory agency when such data is required or helpful.
• Compilation of monthly report of achievements for Chancellor’s Report
• Attend College of Business and other meetings and events scheduled by the Dean of the College of Business or any unit within the College.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Experience in the implementation of customer service training initiatives.
• Knowledgeable in the certification process of MBEs, WEBs, and DBAs.
• Knowledgeable in certification of the National NxLevel Training Program.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated skills in Microsoft Office, Social Media platforms, Computer technology, and database building and maintenance.

Work environment

Office setting.

Ability to sit/stand/walk at will; Ability to climb stairs; Ability to communicate verbally and in writing; Ability to use a keyboard; and Ability to lift or carry up to 10 pounds.

Travel within the local community for events, etc.

Required education and experience

• A bachelor’s degree with significant coursework in business or business management experience in a small business.
• A history of successful participation in grant-writing and implementation.
• 10 or more years’ experience in managing and operating a non-profit community-based organization.
• Background in the operations of small businesses

Preferred education and experience

• Familiarity with and application of SUNO's processing/DocuSign/Clover Credit Card purchasing and reporting procedures preferred.

Southern University of New Orleans (SUNO) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Non-Discrimination Statement

In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other federal, state, and local laws, Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) forbids discriminating or harassing conduct that is based on an individual's race, color, religion, sex, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, membership in Uniformed Services, and all other categories protected by applicable state and federal laws.

This commitment applies but is not limited to decisions made with respect to hiring and promotion, the administration of educational programs and policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic or other College-administered programs. Discriminatory acts of any kind are strictly forbidden.

American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

Southern University of New Orleans (SUNO) complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development

• Industries

  Higher Education

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