Washington State SBDC Director

Washington State University; Spokane Valley (WA); Sur place; USD 100 000 - 160 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Paid sick and vacation leave

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, life and disability保险

Retirement

Deferred compensation, optional (supp.

Training and development

Employee tuition waiver

Résumé du poste

Washington State University is seeking a dynamic SBDC Director to lead the statewide Washington SBDC Network within the Office of Research. This role drives strategic direction, program development, outreach, and administration across multiple centers to foster small business growth and job creation.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree with six years of relevant experience, including three in management, and a strong track record in budgets, partnerships, and program delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and six (6) years of progressively responsible relevant experience, incl. at least three (3) years of managerial experience.
• Any combination of relevant education and professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.
• A Master’s degree in a related field may be substituted for up to one (1) year of the required experience.
• Demonstrated experience in the delivery of business development, management, and/or technical services to the public or small businesses.
• Experience preparing and managing budgets.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and desire to promote diversity.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a broad constituency.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver’s license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.

Responsabilités

• Direct statewide leadership and administration for the Washington SBDC Network.
• Coordinate program development, outreach, and stakeholder engagement across Washington.
• Oversee fiscal stewardship and compliance with SBA, partners, and university policies.
• Travel regularly within Washington and nationally to represent the SBDC Network.

Connaissances

Leadership

Budget management

Strategic thinking

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Travel willingness

Diversity & inclusion

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Master’s degree may substitute for up to 1 year of experience

Description du poste

Washington State SBDC Director

Available Title(s): 1155-NN_ADMINPRO – Director

Business Title: Washington State SBDC Director

Employee Type: Admin. Professional

The Opportunity

The SBDC Director serves as the lead executive and chief administrator for the Washington Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network housed within the Office of Research. This position is responsible for statewide leadership, strategic direction, operational performance, fiscal stewardship, and compliance with the requirements of the U.S. Small Business Administration, funding partners, Washington State University, and applicable federal and state regulations. The SBDC Director is accountable for achieving economic impact outcomes through the delivery of high-quality business advising, training, capital access, technology commercialization support, and other services that advance small business growth, job creation, and job retention throughout Washington State. The SBDC Director directs, coordinates, and manages a multi-location statewide business assistance network and maintains effective relationships with public and private stakeholders essential to successful program operations. Must be willing and able to travel regularly throughout Washington State and occasionally nationally to represent the Washington SBDC Network, attend meetings, conferences, training programs, accreditation activities, and engage with service centers, funding partners, and stakeholders.

Job Functions

• 40% – Program Development
• 35% – Program Outreach
• 20% – Administration
• 5% – Other

Additional Information

• This is a full-time (100% FTE), permanent position.
• This position is overtime exempt.

Monthly Salary

$8,338.26 - $13,319.56 | Commensurate with experience and qualifications in accordance with RCW 49.58.110. The above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.

Benefits

• paid sick and vacation leave
• paid holidays
• medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents
• retirement
• deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts
• training and development
• employee tuition waiver

Required Qualifications

• Positions require a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and six (6) years of progressively responsible relevant experience, which has included at least three (3) years of managerial experience.
• Any combination of relevant education and professional experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year‑for‑year basis.
• A Master’s degree in a related field may be substituted for up to one (1) year of the required experience.
• Education and experience can be tailored to fit the specific organizational entity/directorial assignment.
• Demonstrated experience in the delivery of business development, management, and/or technical services to the public or small businesses.
• Experience preparing and managing budgets.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and desire to promote diversity.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a broad constituency.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must have, or be able to obtain by time of hire, a valid driver’s license and meet requirements in accordance with SPPM 7.10 and departmental driving standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field.
• Experience in a Small Business Development Center.
• Experience building sustained partnerships, coalition building and/or stakeholder communication.
• Experience managing professional employees.
• Experience obtaining extramural funding and/or fundraising.
• Experience with program implementation through sub-contractors.

Position Sponsorship Eligibility

Not eligible for work visa sponsorship

About Department/College/Area/ Campus

For more information about the great work we are doing and to view our mission and values, please visit our website: Washington State University | Office of Research.

Area/College

Office of Research

Department Name

Washington Small Business Development Center

Location

Spokane

Background Check

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need. A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Employment Terms

Time Type: Full time

Position Term: 12 Month

Equal Opportunity & Eligibility

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities. WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities.

Disability Accommodation Contact

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or [e-mail].

Notice of Non-Discrimination

In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract. Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and implementing regulations), as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, can be made verbally or in writing to WSU’s Compliance and Civil Rights, the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights, or both. More information, resources, and contact information are available here: https://ccr.wsu.edu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/

Notice of Non-Discrimination (duplicate)

In matters of admission, employment, housing or services, or in the educational programs or activities it operates, WSU does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of sex, race, color, national or ethnic origin, physical disability, mental disability, sensory disability, use of a trained service animal, age, religion, creed, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, honorably discharged veteran, member of the military, or immigration or citizenship status except as authorized by federal or state law, regulation, or government contract. Inquiries about the application of federal and state laws and regulations (including inquiries regarding the application of Title IX, ADA/Section 504, and implementing regulations), as well as reports and complaints of discrimination and harassment, can be made verbally or in writing to WSU’s Compliance and Civil Rights, the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights, or both. More information, resources, and contact information are available here: https://ccr.wsu.edu/notice-of-nondiscrimination/

WSU Overview

WSU is Washington's land-grant university with campuses located in Everett, Pullman, Spokane, Tri-Cities, and Vancouver. Additionally, research centers are located throughout the state, extension offices are located in every county in Washington, and online degree programs are offered worldwide.

WSU Overview (duplicate)

WSU is Washington's land-grant university with campuses located in Everett, Pullman, Spokane, Tri-Cities, and Vancouver. Additionally, research centers are located throughout the state, extension offices are located in every county in Washington, and online degree programs are offered worldwide.