The North Dakota Small Business Development Centers is a partnership between the federal government (U.S. Small Business Administration), State of North Dakota (Commerce Department) and North Dakota University System (University of North Dakota). The ND SBDC provides advising, training, and technical assistance to small businesses and entrepreneurs across the state, and is the outreach program of the University of North Dakota Nistler College of Business & Public Administration. The ND SBDC Lead Center and its staff provide leadership, supervision, service, and support for the ND SBDC network, program and staff; and communicates and coordinates with partner entities, stakeholders, advocates, and other interested parties. There are currently nine ND SBDC service center locations across the state.

This technical assistant will support the ND SBDC network, working closely with advisors from several locations to provide research and financial documentation prep/review for various client projects. The position may be asked to participate in special projects as assigned, and produce reports and deliverables as it pertains to program goals. 

Duties & Responsibilities

Prepare and review client documentation, suggest improvements to business plans, including financial statements/projections, and operating plans, by applying basic business knowledge in areas of: operations, finance, marketing, management, and human resourcesCalculating and interpreting historical and projected financial ratios, preparing pro forma cash flow and financial statements; troubleshooting to identify problems and areas for improvementPerform market and industry research to assist in determining target markets, business viability, and creating marketing plans and making suggestions for branding, social media and communications channelsCollaborate and work closely with staff and other students and interns on special projectsAccurate and timely reporting of any client contact and preparation time and activities, and program impacts using designated database management system, contribute to the collection of data for annual or periodic reporting required by the program or its stakeholdersCommunicate and comply with SBDC and UND policy and procedures as related to the program, including confidentiality and conflict of interest requirements

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Economics, or related fieldUnderstanding of accounting principles and ability to work with balance statements, cash flow, and historical financial reportsPrior experience in a related professional setting is preferredExperience in small business or family business a plusAdvanced knowledge of computers: hardware and software (specifically with Microsoft application including Outlook and Adobe), general office equipment such as printers, copiers, multi-line phoneExcellent organization/prioritization skills, strong professional oral and written communication skills, this position requires candidate to be public relations focused, and detail orientedDemonstrated ability to work both independently under supervision and as part of a collaborative team is essentialSuccessful completion of criminal history records check.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Minimum Hiring Salary/Position Classification

$25/hr 

Work Schedule/Start Date

May 17, 2021

To Apply

For full consideration, all application materials must be fully submitted by 11:59PM on the closing date.

Additional Information

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All information listed in this position announcement will be used by Human Resources, the Hiring Department, and EO/Title IX for screening, interviewing and selection purposes.

Confidentiality of Application Materials

Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three finalists who will be invited to campus.

EEO Statement

The University of North Dakota is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other protected characteristic. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants are invited to provide information regarding their gender, race and/or ethnicity, veteran’s status and disability status as part of the application process. This information will remain confidential and separate from your application.

Veteran’s Preference

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or NGB 22 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at UND.edu. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND, 58202.