Specialist, TSBDC Tennessee Small Business Development Center
Specialist, TSBDC
Tennessee Small Business Development Center
Position # 100180
For details and to apply, please follow the external application link through Handshake. In order to be considered, you must complete an online application. Must be submitted by 4/2/2020. A TBR Institution/An AA/EEO College
Title: Specialist, TSBDC
Anticipated Closing Date - April 2, 2020
This position is funded in whole or in part by funds other than tax-appropriated funds. Therefore, this position is subject to termination by this institution at any time in the event of reduction or termination by the source(s) of the funds which support the position.
Required Documents Needed to Upload at Time of Application: Resume and unofficial transcripts
Position Summary: The overall purpose of this job is to provide expert assistance to all types of small businesses, including both startups and existing businesses. Assistance is provided through one-on-one consultations and classroom instruction
Number of Positions: 1
Position #: 100180
Department: Tennessee Small Business Development Center (TSBDC)
Location of Position: Knoxville, TN
Typical Duties & Responsibilities:
40% Consult with small businesses, assist with business plan development, direct an action plan for their business, conduct follow-up and track economic impact.
15% Perform continuing research through various sources to maintain up-to-date knowledge of trends, changes, and new tools (sources of capital, financial analysis, marketing, management and other related areas critical to the delivery of services to clients).
10%Collect and submit all required SBA and PSCC reporting as directed by the TSBDC Director.
20% Direct and teach classroom instruction
Develop and teach various business educational material including but not limited to marketing, business formation, business planning, tax planning, cyber security, web based social media, export and banking initiatives.
5% Advise and counsel the Director on the needs of the Tennessee small business community and assist in accomplishing the mission of the TSBDC within the office's area of responsibility
5% Assist in the delivery of services at the satellite offices based in Blount and Farragut Chambers.
5% Develop and manage relationships with financial institutions, local, state and federal personnel, resource partners, and chamber personnel.
Note: The College reserves the right to change or reassign job duties, or combine positions at any time.
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in business discipline from an accredited institution, ability to become certified by lead center within six months of hire date, certification in entrepreneurial training programs
• 4+ years' experience in one of the following:
Business ownership, senior business management role, senior credit officer
Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% credit of full-time work experience.
Key Result Areas:
The goal of the program is to achieve Pellissippi State Community College's mission of increasing economic development across our service area. We are measured by Jobs Supported, Business Starts and Capital formation.
Scope of Responsibility:
Individuals filling this position must have an understanding of the basic skills of management, marketing, finance and accounting. A Small Business Specialist must have the skills and knowledge to work with new business startups and pre-venture clients.
Pay Rate: $43,990 - $54,450.00/per year. Pay will be determined based on related work experience above required. To be considered in determining pay, all related work experience must be listed on the application.
Special Instructions to Applicants: To be considered for a position at Pellissippi State, you must create an on-line application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using only what is recorded on your application. Work experience that is not listed on the application will not be considered towards compensation. Please note: attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form. Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience. Please note: to scan, upload, or attach documents, a computer and scanner are available at the Hardin Valley Campus Educational Resources Center, if needed.
Pellissippi State Community College is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA employer
If you have any problems or questions please contact Human Resources at Pellissippi State Community College's Human Resource Office at (see application details) or by email at (see application details).
A summary of our benefits can be found at our website
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