Small Business Growth Advisor & Training Leader

Mt. Hood Community College; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Mt. Hood Community College is seeking a small business advisor to support SBDC clients by providing group trainings, one-on-one counseling, and follow-up services to help startups and existing businesses meet SBA and OSBDCN goals.

The role includes designing workshops on business planning, finance, marketing, applying for capital, and reporting outcomes. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's in business and at least three years of practical small business experience, plus strong communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in small business ownership or direct services to the small business community.
• Experience working with diverse backgrounds and commitment to access and diversity.

Responsibilities

• Designs, facilitates, and leads group trainings and workshops.
• Provides one-on-one advising and follow-up to clients.
• Ensures timely reporting of each counseling session with outcomes.

Skills

Counseling

Workshop facilitation

One-on-one advising

Public speaking

Program design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Tools

CRM software

Virtual training software

Projectors

Computer

Job description

Mt. Hood Community College is seeking a small business advisor to support SBDC clients by providing group trainings, one-on-one counseling, and follow-up services to help startups and existing businesses meet SBA and OSBDCN goals.

The role includes designing workshops on business planning, finance, marketing, applying for capital, and reporting outcomes. The ideal candidate has a bachelor's in business and at least three years of practical small business experience, plus strong communication