Startup Programs & Operations Manager

Hutchinson Community College; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Hutchinson Community College in Reno County seeks an organized administrator to manage StartUp Hutch’s operations, communications, programming, and financial reporting. The role supports the Executive Director in securing funding and resources for entrepreneurs and business owners, with knowledge of starting a business preferred.

The ideal candidate excels at project management, data/reporting, and written communications across newsletters, social media, and basic press releases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or related field is preferred; administrative experience is required.
• Experience working with small business owners is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative/operational services for StartUp Hutch and strategic partners.
• Assist the Executive Director with securing funding from lenders and partners.
• Support monthly and annual reporting for revolving loan funds.
• Manage bookkeeping and assist budgeting and finances.
• Represent StartUp Hutch in the broader community.
• Develop and support entrepreneurship programming/events.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Written communication

Cross-cultural collaboration

Social media

Problem solving

Confidentiality

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Accounting

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Hutchinson Community College in Reno County seeks an organized administrator to manage StartUp Hutch’s operations, communications, programming, and financial reporting. The role supports the Executive Director in securing funding and resources for entrepreneurs and business owners, with knowledge of starting a business preferred.

The ideal candidate excels at project management, data/reporting, and written communications across newsletters, social media, and basic press releases.