Job Title: Consultant, Small Business Development Center
Location: LSC-Kingwood
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 32202
Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, diversity, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC

• Student Focused

• Own It

• Advance Equity

• Cultivate Community

• Choose Learning

The Chronicle of Higher Education’s “Great Colleges to Work For” is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College was recognized in five areas: Confidence in Senior Leadership; Diversity; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; and Work/Life Balance.

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-System Office

Lone Star College offers high-quality, affordable academic transfer and career training education to 99,000 students each semester. LSC is training tomorrow’s workforce today and redefining the community college experience to support student success. Stephen C. Head, Ph.D., serves as chancellor of LSC, the largest institution of higher education in the Houston area with an annual economic impact of nearly $3 billion.

LSC, which consists of seven colleges, ten centers, two university centers, Lone Star Corporate College and LSC-Online, was named a 2017 Great Colleges to Work For by the Chronicle of Higher Education. To learn more, visit LoneStar.edu.

Lone Star College-System Office employees are based at one of two System Office locations; The Woodlands and University Park. Both are the site for multiple administrative departments and system-wide training programs.

Location address is 5000 Research Forest Drive, The Woodlands, TX 77381.

Job Description PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The Consultant, Small Business Development Center provides consulting services and develops educational workshops and seminars for business owners. Researches and analyzes business needs and advises small business owners in areas of marketing, finance, operations and business planning. The position impacts the economic development of the Lone Star College (LSC) region by assisting companies to get started, expand and diversify through accessing capital, creating jobs, and growing businesses.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Provide in-depth, one-on-one consulting services while maintaining a confidential relationship with clients (includes travel to local-area, off-site locations on a regular basis)Conducts situational analysis of small businesses and develops scopes of work for clients. Assists with start-up issues and works with them to develop business plans, marketing plans, financial packages, and counsels on hiring issues, business structures and other issues related to starting a businessConducts market research and feasibility studiesAssists established business owners in effectively managing and operating their businesses by addressing sales and marketing opportunities, staffing, growth and development, cash management, business planning, customer service, and day-to-day business operations matters, counseling as necessary on other issues related to growing a successful businessAssist clients with analysis of financial information, including but not limited to preparation of financial reports, projections, loan applications and related matters to ensure completenessCounsels clients applying for SBA and conventional business loans, including responding to applicant questions about the process and the application itselfPrepares professional correspondence and maintains accurate, complete and up-to-date client filesPrepares accurate and complete monthly reports within stated deadlinesMaintain contact with clients and conduct follow-up telephone calls and meetings to enhance customer satisfaction and service delivery. Develops effective schedule of visits with partners and prospective community partnersRegularly review and analyze SBDC goals and outcomes and maintain accountability for achieving assigned key performance indicators and metrics set by contractual funder and allocated by the center supervisorResponsible for other reasonable related duties and projects as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Ability to work some non-traditional hours as needed, which may include some evenings, weekends and holidays;Excellent customer service skills; Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills;Strong working knowledge of computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite and other commonly used business software;Strong quantitative and statistical skills, and analytical skills sufficient to develop plans from statistical reports;Good organizational skills;Strong multi-tasking abilities in a fast-paced environment with the ability to meet schedules, deadlines and timelines;Knowledge of core business competencies for small business owners;Knowledge of a broad range of issues affecting small businesses which may include, but not be limited to: marketing, sales, hiring and employment, technology, business structures, business management and financials;Ability to work one-on-one with business owners, engage in active listening, and respond appropriately to questions;Ability to collect, review, and analyze information to make recommendations to business owners;Ability to work both independently and cooperatively with persons from diverse, cultural backgrounds;Ability to work confidently and with discretion;High level of energy and self-motivation

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:

Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipmentInterface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the positionWork is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Prior consulting experienceBilingual (English/Spanish)Salary

Hiring Salary is $60,590

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.

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How to Apply

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