Business Development Advisor (Temporary) at El Paso Community College – El Paso, Texas

Responsible for advising prospective and existing Small Business Development Center (SBDC) clients, by helping clients develop business strategies, access to capital, improve business operations, and grow their businesses. The business advisor works closely with the SBDC team and stakeholders to achieve impactful results. In-person work on campus is an essential function of this position.

Coordinate and provide one-on-one business advising to small business owners and entrepreneurs on various business-related topics, including business planning, financial analysis, marketing, management, and other essential business ownership areas.

Assist and guide clients with project feasibility, business plan development, financing options, providing management and technical assistance services, and ongoing project development.

Maintain accurate and detailed client records in compliance with Texas Southwest (TXSW) SBDC Network reporting requirements. Conduct client follow-ups and identify areas for additional support. Adhere to TXSW SBDC Network annual performance metrics.

Represent the SBDC at business and community events to strengthen outreach and collaboration efforts with stakeholders.

Complete the certification requirements in the TXSW SBDC Network Business Advisor Certification Program.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's Degree and five (5) years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

NOTE: A copy of the transcript reflecting this required education MUST be submitted for consideration and reflect completed coursework and degrees conferred. The candidate must be fully qualified for the position at the time of application.

2. Effective interpersonal, communication, written and oral skills.

3. Strong verbal and written communication skills in both English and Spanish to effectively serve Spanish-speaking clients and ensure comprehensive advising.

4. Knowledge of small business operations, financial analysis, and marketing strategies.

5. Experience in managing client caseloads.

6. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Business Software tools.

7. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-pace environment.

8. Knowledge of Small Business Administration (SBA) program and services.

Desired Qualifications:

1. Previous small business ownership experience.

2. Expertise in small business development.

Special Conditions:

1. This is a security-sensitive position as defined under the Texas Education Code, Section 51.215; the successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal background check, as permitted and/or required by applicable law, and in accordance with the College’s policies and procedures.

2. This is a temporary position.

3. Position requires irregular or extended work hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

4. Extension of application deadline.

Individuals desiring consideration MUST complete and submit an EPCC Application for Employment on-line by the announced deadline.

COPIES OF ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE uploaded with the application. CURRENT EMPLOYEES ARE ALSO REQUIRED TO UPLOAD THEIR TRANSCRIPTS WITH EACH SUBMITTED APPLICATION; TRANSCRIPTS IN PERSONNEL FILES CANNOT BE ACCESSED BY EVALUATORS FOR THIS PURPOSE. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT TRANSCRIPTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Only documents stating 'Transcript' or 'Unofficial Transcript' will be accepted. Other documents (Degree Audit, Degree Summary, Program Summary, etc.), uploaded in lieu of transcripts will not be accepted.

If you are unable to attach your transcripts to your application, please mail your transcripts to El Paso Community College, Employment Services, P.O. Box 20500, El Paso, TX 79998. Mailed documents MUST include the position title and posting number for this position vacancy.

A letter of application, resume, letters of recommendation, and other supporting documents are optional but highly encouraged and may be submitted on-line with the application form or forwarded to the Human Resources Department at El Paso Community College, Employment Services, P.O. Box 20500, El Paso, TX 79998. Mailed documents must be received by the application deadline. Documents received after the application deadline will not be accepted.

Copies of transcripts must reflect completed coursework and conferred degrees. All academic coursework and degrees must be from an accredited college or university or be certified by an acceptable agency that the institution is recognized by the appropriate governmental agency in its home country (this is generally stated in the degree evaluation).

Transcripts issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by a full translation (word for word) by a current member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Additionally, each foreign transcript must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited coursework.

Applications containing foreign transcripts that are not accompanied with the above required documentation will not be considered.

Out-of-town candidates invited for an on-campus interview will be reimbursed for one-half of the transportation cost for travel performed within the United States. The College will arrange and pay for up to two nights lodging.

In accordance with federal law and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate must furnish documentation verifying employment authorization eligibility and identity before being employed.

The El Paso Community College County District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability or veteran status.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, use hands to finger, handle, or feel and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.