Entrepreneur and Culinary Science Center Director

County College of Morris; Randolph Township (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

County College of Morris seeks a Director for the Entrepreneurial and Culinary Science Center to design and deliver programming in collaboration with community partners. The role mentors small business owners, navigates resources, and manages facilities to generate revenue for the Center's growth.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in business or related field (Master’s preferred) with 5+ years in entrepreneurship or program coordination, plus strong communication and event-planning skills.

Qualifications

• Five+ years of experience in entrepreneurship, small business development, or program coordination.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, entrepreneurship, economic development, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience with community engagement and facility management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver programming for CCM’s Entrepreneurial Center in collaboration with community partners.
• Mentor prospective and new small business owners and navigate resources.
• Manage entrepreneurial facilities and generate revenue to sustain the center.
• Coordinate internships and collaborate with CCM and external partners.
• Travel locally as needed and support evening/weekend events.

Skills

Small business development

Entrepreneurship

Program coordination

Event planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/related field

Job description

The Entrepreneur and Culinary Science Center Director will play a pivotal role in fostering a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem by designing and delivering impactful programming in collaboration with community partners such as the Chamber of Commerce, other economic development groups, and educational institutions. This individual will support prospective and new small business owners through mentorship, resource navigation, and program facilitation. Additionally, the director will manage the usage of entrepreneurial facilities (e.g., co-working spaces, incubators, event venues) to generate revenue that sustains and grows the position. This position is responsible for the financial success of the Center.

The Entrepreneur and Culinary Science Center Director will work collaboratively with the college community, external college partners, employers, and other members of the community to successfully promote educational programs and services within the Center for Workforce Development and CCM at large. The development of internships for degree and certificate students will be an important part of the director’s work. The individual will use independent judgement while taking the initiative in the preparation and completion of assignments while staying ahead of future programming needs. A flexible work schedule including evenings and weekends may be required as well as local travel within the community.

Strong understanding of the small business lifecycle and the challenges faced by new entrepreneurs. Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills. Experience with event planning, community engagement, and/or facility management is a plus. Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for supporting others in their business journey. Experience working with diverse populations. Knowledge of resources available for students both on and off campus. Strong organizational skills.

Bachelor’s degree in business, entrepreneurship, economic development, or related field (Master’s preferred). Five+ years of experience in entrepreneurship, small business development, or program coordination needed.