Entrepreneur Center Director

County College of Morris; Dover (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

County College of Morris in Dover, NJ seeks an Entrepreneur Center Director to lead programming that fosters a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem through partnerships with the Chamber of Commerce and other groups. You will mentor prospective and new small business owners, navigate resources, and facilitate programs.

The director will manage entrepreneurial facilities (coworking spaces, incubators, venues) to generate revenue and ensure financial success, collaborate with faculty and local

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, entrepreneurship, economic development, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in entrepreneurship, small business development, or program coordination.
• Strong understanding of the small business lifecycle, communication, facilitation, and relationship-building.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver entrepreneurship programming with community partners.
• Mentor small business owners through mentorship and resource navigation.
• Manage co-working spaces, incubators, and event venues to generate revenue.
• Promote CCM workforce development programs across campus and community.
• Develop internships for degree and certificate students; travel as needed.

Skills

Small business lifecycle

Communication

Facilitation

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor's degree in business

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Colleague

Salesforce

Elevate

Job description

Position Title

Entrepreneur Center Director

Job Category

Administrative Staff

Salary Range

$80,000 - $95,000

Position Type

Full Time

Department

Workforce Development - Administration

Job Summary

The Entrepreneur Center Director will play a pivotal role infostering a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem by designing and delivering impactful programming in collaboration with community partners such as the Chamber of Commerce, and 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 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. This position reports to the Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs and Workforce Development.

Qualifications - Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, entrepreneurship, economic development, or related field (Master’s preferred).

Qualifications - Experience

5+ years of experience in entrepreneurship, small business development, or program coordination.

Qualifications - Skills

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. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and related programs, excellent computer skills, good phone skills, customer service skills, attention to detail, self-motivated, good communications skills, and ability to work under pressure. Knowledge of or ability to learn variety of database systems including Colleague, Salesforce, and Elevate.

Work Hours

This position will have flexible hours with some evenings and weekends required. It is a campus-based position.