Small Business Growth Counselor & Trainer

Mississippi SBDC Network; Winona (MS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi SBDC Network in Winona, MS is seeking a Business Counselor to provide confidential, one-on-one counseling and technical assistance to entrepreneurs and small business owners across the NCPDD service area.

The role involves helping clients with business planning, financing, financial analysis, marketing, and growth strategies, while coordinating with lenders and resource partners, and traveling within the service area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Ability to understand business and financial information.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn required client management and reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one counseling and technical assistance to entrepreneurs and existing small businesses.
• Assess client needs and develop appropriate plans of action.
• Assist clients with business plans, financial projections, financing options, marketing strategies, and other business-development needs.
• Assist clients in preparing loan and financing application packages.
• Research programs, resources, and other opportunities that may benefit clients.
• Plan, coordinate, and conduct workshops, seminars, and other small-business training activities.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records and prepare required program documentation and reports.
• Coordinate with banks, economic development organizations, government agencies, and other business-resource partners to assist clients.
• Conduct outreach to increase awareness and utilization of Small Business Development Center services.
• Participate in meetings, training, and professional-development activities as required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mississippi SBDC Network in Winona, MS is seeking a Business Counselor to provide confidential, one-on-one counseling and technical assistance to entrepreneurs and small business owners across the NCPDD service area.

The role involves helping clients with business planning, financing, financial analysis, marketing, and growth strategies, while coordinating with lenders and resource partners, and traveling within the service area.