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South Puget Sound Community College Looking for Director of Small Business Development Center Full Time
Salary: $73,539.00 – $75,745.00 Annually
Department: Corporate & Continuing Education
Program(600)
Opening Date: 07/10/2023
Closing Date: 7/24/2023 11:59 PM
Pacific
Our Opportunity
South Puget
Sound Community College (SPSCC) seeks highly motivated and qualified candidates for the position of Director of Small Business
Development Center.
The Director of the Small Business Development Center reports directly to the Dean of Corporate and Continuing
Education and is part of a service delivery team at the Center for Business & Innovation (CB&I), a partnership between South Puget Sound
Community College (SPSCC) and the Thurston Economic Development Council (EDC). Under general supervision from the Dean, this position is
responsible for overall success of the Small Business Development Center in reaching its stated goals through advising and training
individuals in activities relating to starting, growing, or transitioning a small business.
South Puget Sound Community College is
committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its professional staff. A firm understanding
of anti-racist policy development coupled with the skills to eliminate barriers that harm underrepresented people is a college requirement.
The students that we serve come from a variety of backgrounds. On average, 43% of SPSCC students are people of color. We strongly encourage
members of the underrepresented groups, veterans, and bi- or multi-lingual individuals to apply for this position to help meet the needs of
our diverse students and service district.
And if that isn’t enough? We also offer:
- A healthy work/life balance for
our employees with the opportunity for flexible work schedules and remote work depending on position and college needs - Fine dining
in the Percival Room, offering vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices as part
of our Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts programs - The Clipper Coffee Corner serving Batdorf & Bronson coffee and a selection of
delicious food items from our baking/culinary students - A brand new Health & Wellness Center
- FREE Bus service every 15 minutes to
downtown Olympia and beyond - FREE parking on our campuses – permits are not
required - On-campus child care
- Percival Creek, which runs beneath our campus footbridge, provides year-round beauty
and views of Chinook, Coho, and chum salmon pass through each fall - Many walking paths that are marked and on nicely paved
sidewalks - SPSCC promotes wellness with a variety of different workshops and events
on campus - Lots of activities with our Artist & Lecture series, which are
FREE for staff and faculty - Many community events in the Kenneth J. Minnaert
Center for the Arts - Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that offer an opportunity for SPSCC employees to gather and connect around
issues that define them personally, and which affect their work at the College and their professional development. Current Employee Resource
Groups include:- The LGBTQIA+ ERG creates a space for LGBTQIA+ staff and faculty at the college to share resources, build support and
community, and work towards greater equity and accessibility.
- The LGBTQIA+ ERG creates a space for LGBTQIA+ staff and faculty at the college to share resources, build support and
What You’ll Do
In addition to
instruction and advising, this position oversees outreach activities to engage in the community through regular contact with Chambers of
Commerce, Economic Development Councils, service clubs, community organizations, professional associations, and the local business
community. Depending on the service needs of our community, this position will also assess and assist in coordinating outreach to the
extended PacMountain region (Thurston, Mason, Grays Harbor, Pacific and Lewis Counties), including our area’s Tribal
Enterprises.
This position is funded 50% through the Washington SBDC headquartered at Washington State University and 50% from
SPSCC. As part of the WSBDC network, this position must adhere to the conduct policies of the SBDC program. Directors must have
comprehensive knowledge and experience related to small business operations and work closely with local resources at the CB&I and the
network of other SBDC advisors in the state.
Responsibilities/duties of the position include:
- Advising clients in the
formation or development of small businesses. - Assisting with the identification and evaluation of business challenges and
opportunities. - Providing assistance and guidance in developing business plans, operating plans, marketing, management, human
resource management, financial analysis, cash flow forecasting, bookkeeping/accounting education, succession planning, commercial financial
proposals, and other business management areas. - Performing research data compilation, and budget analysis for use in managerial
decision making. - Work with CB&I program staff and leadership to evaluate effectiveness of services in meeting the needs of the area
and look at triage and program gaps that need to be filled. - In partnership with other SBDC and CB&I staff, coordinates and supports
marketing efforts for the SBDC and CB&I programs to enhance awareness and access. - Manage a client portfolio that is consistent with
the SBDC Network’s strategic expectations and advising 80-100 small business owners per year on a 1 to 1 basis. - Engaging with the
community through internal and external stakeholder meetings and presentations. This includes presenting in credit classrooms, service
groups, advisory committees, etc. - Teaching workshops aimed at small business operations and guest speaking as a resource in other
classes. - Provides feedback to SPSCC Corporate Education team on what classes are needed to fill the gaps in service to our business
community. Helps connect clients to the appropriate training resources. - Recording and reporting on client activities using the SBDC
applications and forms, including entering data into Neoserra. - Reports quarterly to the SBDC Lead Office on progress towards goals
and outreach efforts. - Prepares A-19 billing statements for WSU/SBDC reimbursement on grant.
- Prepares yearly budget
projections for WSU/SBDC grant award and tracks the college match and expenditures as per grant specifications. - Assumes
responsibility for fulfilling all aspects of the South Puget Sound Community College/Washington State University Small Business Development
Center contracted alliance. This includes going through the training and mentoring process to become a “Certified Business Advisor,”
attending semiannual meetings, and operating in compliance with WSBDC Standard Operating Procedures. - Supervises Certified Business
Advisor or Associate Business Advisor. - Mentors and assists with providing support and direction to the SBDC Business Management
Counselor. - Performing other duties as required or appropriately assigned by the Dean for Corporate & Continuing Education consistent
with the SBDC contract. - Attending meetings and/or conferences as program representative.
Qualifications You
Possess
Minimum Qualifications:
- Baccalaureate degree in business or related field. Any combination
of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. - Three years of
experience in business ownership, business management, and/or program development. A Master’s degree in a related field may be substituted
for up to one year of the required experience. Any combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted for the educational
requirement on a year-for-year basis. - Robust computer skills, including proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, email, and Excel. Must be
familiar with computerized accounting systems, such as QuickBooks. - Ability to travel to off-site locations for appointments and
statewide meetings. - Servant Leadership Development — The ability to share power, put the needs of students or employees first and
help people develop and perform as highly as possible. - Collaborative — The ability to work in culturally diverse groups toward a
common goal by involving, including and valuing others.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated local
economic development, community, and business relationships. Experience advising small businesses. Five or more years owning and/or
managing a small business. Experience developing and teaching workshops. Program and/or product development experience. Work with
technology-based firms. Demonstrated ability to work as a team member with other advisors in a shared facility with combined triage for
customers. Experience working with federal or state grant funds and reporting. Experience working with QuickBooks or other small business
accounting software.
Additional Conditions of Employment:
- Candidates must complete the WSBDC certification
within six months of being hired or be making satisfactory progress towards completion, as determined by the SBDC’s Certification and
Professional development Committee. Upon successful completion, the candidate will be designated a Certified Business Advisor (CBA) and
will be expected to pursue on-going professional development and continuing education to maintain his or her
certification.
To Apply
Applications must be completed online and include the following
attachments:
- Cover letter addressed to the Screening Committee highlighting your ability to perform the responsibilities
and competencies described in the job posting. - Current resume/CV showing all educational and professional experience which
demonstrates how you meet the minimum and any preferred qualifications.
Top candidates will be notified directly to interview for
this position. Selection will be based on the applicant’s knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties listed in this job posting
as identified in the materials requested above. Applications with comments directing the reader to see attachments will be considered
incomplete.
Veterans
Preference
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and
are wishing to claim Veterans Preference should redact their personally identifiable information from a copy of their United States
Department of Veterans Affairs honorable discharge documentation and email to [email protected] with
the job number for which they are applying in the subject line.
Background Check Condition of
Employment
Employment with the college is contingent upon the
successful completion of a comprehensive background check. Any adverse information will be considered on a case-by-case basis and does not
automatically preclude a candidate from employment.
South Puget Sound Community College values
diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator
South Puget Sound Community College
provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age,
disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex
discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types). SPSCC provides reasonable accommodations for
qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal
Rehabilitation Act. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, Title II and Title
IX, Samantha Dotson, Executive Human Resource Officer /Title IX Coordinator, 360-596-5361, [email protected], Building 25, Room 220, 2011 Mottman Rd SW, Olympia, WA 98512; South Puget Sound
Community College is a smoke-free/drug free environment.
Applicants needing accommodation in the application process in an
alternative format may contact the Human Resources office at (360) 596-5500.
Benefits
SPSCC OFFERS:
A
generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, retirement, and optional deferred
compensation programs. The position is eligible to participate in the State Board Retirement
Plan (SBRP) and Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Employees have the option to participate
in two tax-deferred retirement investment programs. For health benefit information go to Washington Health Care
Authority
COMPENSATION
Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation package, with an employee
benefits package worth about 30% of your salary.
VACATION AND SICK LEAVE
Annual leave includes 24 days of
vacation, 11 paid holidays, and 12 days of sick leave
For more benefits information please visit our Employee Benefits website.
South Puget Sound Community College is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientations and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities or any other legal protected status are encouraged to apply. SPSCC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. South Puget Sound Community College is a drug-free workplace. South Puget Sound Community College employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States. New employees must provide proof of identity and employment eligibility.
