Business Consultant/SSBCI Position Available In Charleston, South Carolina

Business Consultant/SSBCI University of South Carolina – 4.2 Charleston, SC Job Details Part-time $45,133 a year 2 days ago Benefits Health insurance Life insurance Qualifications Fiscal management Management No experience needed Economic development Bachelor’s degree 1 year Business management Communication skills Entry level Full Job Description For Posting Posting Number

RTF00093PO25 USC

Market Title Program Coordinator Link to USC Market Title https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/156364 Business Title (Internal Title) Business Consultant/SSBCI Campus Columbia Work County Charleston College/Division Darla Moore School of Business Department DMSB Small Business Development Center Advertised Salary Range $45,133 Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Part Time Hours per Week 30 Work Schedule Standard working schedule: 8:30am – 5:00pm Monday-Friday 30 hours weekly Occasional evenings may be required for special events. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department. Type of Staff Position Staff Research Grant (SRGP) Basis 12 months Job Search Category Other Professional About USC About University of South Carolina From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond. Inclusive Excellence Statement At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees. Benefits for Research Grant or Time-Limited Positions Are Indicated Below The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the “Working at USC” section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding. South Carolina Retirement Yes State Insurance Programs No Annual Leave No Sick Leave No Position Description Advertised Job Summary This position is a business consultant with responsibility for providing individual consulting and group educational sessions for qualified small businesses related to financial management and accounting. Provide general education on subjects like business structure and contracts, and work with third party legal providers as needed.

Specific tasks include:

1. Conduct direct, private individual consulting focused on fiscal management, access to capital and accounting. 2. Develop and conduct group training workshops on topics related to financial management, financing and accounting. Work with partners on legal guidance. 3. Identify and develop collaborative efforts with community partners, lenders, etc. to promote and deliver services. 4. Execute administrative and reporting tasks required by the grant and SC SBDC. Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and no prior work experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications Strong preference for experience working in or with small businesses. Experience and comfort level working with disadvantaged businesses. Solid working knowledge of business financing and fiscal management. Self-starter, goal oriented and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Excellent verbal and written communication skills. General business management experience and acumen with economic development orientation. Demonstrated relationship-building skill and success in directing/coordinating collaborative projects. Job Duties Job Duty Private business consulting . Conduct direct, private individual consulting to clients focused on fiscal management, access to capital and accounting. Provide general legal education on subjects like business structure and contracts, and work with third party legal providers as needed. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 45 Job Duty Educational workshops/seminars . Develop and conduct group training workshops on topics related to financial management, financing and accounting. Work with partners on developing programs to provide general legal education and guidance. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty Community Outreach and Advocacy. Identify and develop collaborative efforts with economic development organizations, community leaders, lenders, etc. to promote and deliver services. Participate in events and speak to local organizations to explain the program and drive qualified client referrals. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 20 Job Duty Administrative Tasks . Submit regular entries on client counseling and training into the CRM system. Write and submit reports as required by the grant and SC SBDC. Execute other administrative/support tasks needed. Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 15 Position Attributes Hazardous weather category Non-Essential Employees in Safety-Sensitive or Security-Sensitive positions will be subject to pre-employment and post-employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. No Posting Detail Information Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 05/16/2025 Position End Date 10/11/2028 Job Open Date 05/02/2025 Job Close Date 06/16/2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by June 16, 2025.

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