General Business Counselor

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The North Carolina Small Business & Technology Development Center ( SBTDC) is an inter-institutional program within The University of North Carolina. The SBTDC maintains 16 regional offices located at constituent institutions of the University System across the state. The SBTDC is primarily concerned with supporting economic development in the state by providing assistance in the start-up, expansion, and successful operation of small businesses and by facilitating technology development and transfer within the state's small business community. The SBTDC places greatest emphasis on providing one-on-one confidential business counseling and technical assistance to small business owners and those planning to go into business.

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement that may include a partially remote work location, consistent with System Office policy. UNC Chapel Hill employees are generally required to reside within a reasonable commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

This position is the entry-level professional position through which the SBTDC's counseling, training, research and technical assistance services are provided to small business owners, would-be entrepreneurs, and to individuals and firms developing new products, technologies, or markets. This person is responsible for one-on-one client counseling and for preparation time, as well as maintenance of confidential client records and program performance. Significant outreach is required within the center's six-county service area. The counselor will also assist the design and delivery of training programs sponsored by the SBTDC.

Bachelor's degree and one year of experience related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

A broad general knowledge of the principals and practices of small business is required. The employee must have strong computer skills, particularly with regard to word processing, developing spreadsheets, and database management. A demonstrated ability to develop and analyze financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow) is imperative. Employee must have working knowledge of techniques used in collecting and interpreting market and demographic data. The employee must have the ability to work independently, handle multiple assignments, and establish work priorities. Excellent interpersonal and communicative skills are also required.

Master's degree in business or other relevant field with 2 years of relevant work experience. In lieu of a Master's degree, a Bachelor's degree and 4 years of relevant work experience.

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

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.