Business Development Consultant The National Center For Business & Workforce Development Corp. Newark, NJ Job Details Part-time | Contract $25 - $40 an hour 17 hours ago Benefits Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Qualifications Some college Business Management Economic development Business consulting

Business Full Job Description Position Opening:

Business Development Consultant - Trainer /

CounselorOrganization:

The National Center for

Local Business & Workforce Development Locations:

Newark, Trenton, Jersey City, Camden, Burlington County, Atlantic County (with additional regional hubs expanding statewide)

Employment Type:

Part-Time / Full-Time /

Flexible Options Available About Us:

The National Center for Local Business & Workforce Development , we are on a mission to ignite local economies, empower entrepreneurs, and build resilient workforces. We don't just talk about business growth—we engineer it through targeted, high-impact training programs, procurement strategies, and one-on-one counseling. As we rapidly expand our footprint across New Jersey, we are building a network of regional community hubs to bring transformative business education directly to the communities that need it most.

The Role:

Are you ready to shape the future of New Jersey business? We are seeking dynamic, forward-thinking Business Development Consultants (Trainers/Counselors) to deliver our signature programs, mentor emerging entrepreneurs, and guide local enterprises toward sustainable growth and government contracting success. Whether you are an industry veteran looking to make a massive state-wide impact or an ambitious academic ready to jumpstart your career, this role offers incredible growth potential, flexibility, and a clear path toward leadership.

What You'll Do Deliver Impactful Training:

Lead engaging classroom training sessions using our proven curriculum, with opportunities to broadcast via state-of-the-art livestreaming setups to a wider regional audience.

Provide Expert Counseling:

Gropup consulting for local business owners, helping them navigate business development, operational scaling, and economic opportunities. Be a

Community Catalyst:

Play a pivotal role in driving our mission across your region, with the ultimate opportunity to step up as a Lead Counselor heading our planned regional community hubs.

Expand Our Reach:

Grow alongside us as we scale from our core urban centers into new and exciting markets across the Garden State. Who We Are Looking For We believe in raw potential, passion, and a commitment to economic empowerment. We are actively hiring across two distinct tracks: Track 1: The Rising Scholar (No Experience Necessary!) Who you are: Currently enrolled in college studying Business Development, Business Management, Entrepreneurship, or actively working toward your MBA .

What we offer:

We are fully prepared to train the right candidate from the ground up, giving you real-world leadership experience, mentorship, and a launchpad for your career in economic development. Track 2: The Seasoned Expert Who you are: A former counselor, advisor, or specialist from an SBDC (Small Business Development Center), APEX Accelerator, or MBDA (Minority Business Development Agency) .

What we offer:

A platform to leverage your deep expertise, take on a leadership role, and help shape the operational excellence of our expanding regional hubs.

Why You'll Love Working With Us Explosive Growth Potential:

Get in on the ground floor of a major statewide expansion. Prove your leadership, and you could head up one of our upcoming regional community hubs.

Unmatched Flexibility:

Designed to accommodate ambitious schedules, offering flexible hybrid, classroom, and digital/livestream delivery models.

Meaningful Mission:

Work every day to uplift local small businesses, minority entrepreneurs, and local workforces, leaving a lasting legacy in New Jersey.

Continuous Professional Development:

Access to cutting-edge tools, media production workflows, and high-level networking within the business and government contracting space. Ready to Grow With Us? If you are energized by the prospect of building communities, mentoring business owners, and growing your career alongside a dedicated team of leaders, we want to hear from you!

Pay:

$25.00 - $40.00 per hour Expected hours: 3.0 - 15.0 per week

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Professional development assistance

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Newark, NJ 07101