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Job Description
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Location:
Alpine Department:
Small Business Development Center Job No.: G99524
Until Filled:
Yes Salary:
$50,000
Required:
Bachelor's degree, preferably in business-related field. Minimum of two years successful business experience, banking, consultation or business training. Fluency in Spanish.
Preferred:
MBA or specialized Master's degree in a Business-related field (such as Economics).
Primary Responsibilities Job Summary:
Function:
Provides information and advice to small businesses through the department's service area.
Scope:
Provides individual counseling and group training. Provides counseling and training to existing and prospective entrepreneurs in developing business plans, marketing, record keeping and accounting, financing, management, etc. Makes recommendations and provides appropriate documentation to clients and to Center Director. Draws heavily upon analytical and communication skills in working with clients. Acts as a liaison between clients and governmental agencies, financial institutions, and private industry; conducts training seminars throughout the region. Aids in developing the overall economy of the region. The position serves a large geographic area. Current driver's license and driving record acceptable to the University must be maintained as a condition of employment. Other duties may be assigned to this position on a regular or occasional basis to respond to the needs of the university.
Key Competencies:
(Knowledge Skills and Abilities) Working knowledge of small business operations; able to communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and government officials; must possess skills in working with PCS, particularly word processing and spreadsheets and windows.
Expectation of Quality:
Employee will support the mission of Sul Ross State University by providing high-quality, professional services, timely responses, and solutions to customer requests.
Working Conditions:
Extensive travel may be required, including some overnight stays and some out of state travel; exempt from overtime provisions. Current driver's license and driving record acceptable to the University must be maintained as a condition of employment. Position is Security Sensitive.
Security Sensitive:
This position is classified as Security-Sensitive and is thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094, which authorize employers to obtain and review criminal history record information for applicants. Any qualifications to be considered in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Human Resources Director. Other Information An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities shall be afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing. Notice of Availability of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report The Annual Security & Fire Safety Report is available online at https://srinfo.sulross.edu/udps/ The report contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Non-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years. A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request. If you would like to receive a paper copy, you can contact the Office of Student Life, located on the Alpine Campus in the Morgan University Center, Room 211 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 432-837-8424 or emailing stulife@sulross.edu About SRSU Our campuses span a fascinating part of Texas-Alpine, in the heart of the beautiful Big Bend area, and Del Rio, Eagle Pass and Uvalde along the vibrant, bicultural Texas/Mexico border. What you've heard is true - there is something very special about the areas we serve in our great State, and Sul Ross State University is vital to the continued growth and progress of our students and the communities we serve. Sul Ross State provides students with the education they need to translate their passions into a fulfilling career. This life-changing experience has a multi-generational impact, transforming the lives of our students, their families and positively impacting the communities in which they reside. We value learning and strive to provide high quality education in a welcoming, supportive environment. We take pride in serving many first-generation college students as well as non-traditional students, international students, student-athletes and graduate students. From teaching, coaching and law enforcement, to science, ranch management and the Fine Arts, SRSU offers more than 60 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Known as the Frontier University of Texas, Sul Ross encourages each student to explore their own frontiers and to exceed their educational, personal and professional goals. For more information visit www.sulross.edu
