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Business Consultant (Part Time) - Small Business Development Center, Greenville SC

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Clemson University

Clemson, SC (In Person)

$45,760 Salary, Part-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 6 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/29/2026

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Job Description

Business Consultant (Part Time)•
Small Business Development Center, Greenville SC Location:
Open Date:
Description
WELCOME TO CLEMSON!
Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call? One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others. Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond. So,... are you ready?
JOB SUMMARY
Provides highly skilled consulting and counseling services to South Carolina small businesses to foster economic development in creating new businesses, expanding existing businesses and developing business opportunities. Performs other duties as assigned such as serving as our region resident expert for client procurement support.
JOB DUTIES
40%
  • Essential
Consulting:
Entrepreneurial Ownership-Focused:
As directed, provides professional guidance and consultation on business development topics aligned with ownership.
This topical set includes:
Risk Tolerance, Strategic Direction, Competitive Positioning, and Return on Investment. Fully employs our Consulting Processes to provide Professional consulting within our S8DC scope of work at the highest possible standard. 40%
  • Essential
Consulting:
Entrepreneurial Managerial-Focused:
As directed, provides professional guidance and consultation on business development topics aligned with management.
This topical set includes:
Strategic Management and General Functional Management across the spectrum of the business to include Marketing & Sales, Operations, HR, and Finance. Fully employs our Consulting Processes to provide Professional consulting within our S8DC scope of work at the highest possible standard. 10%
  • Essential
  • Training
  • Provides training aligned with the needs of established B2G and/or B2B small businesses as approved. 10%
  • Essential
  • Non-Consulting
Professional Development and Office Administration:
Provides monthly/ quarterly/special reports while performing additional office administration tasks, as required. Abides by our SOP for Consulting and Access To Capital support to include the entering of all client activity into the CRM system per procedures on a timely basis. Successfully obtains minimally required professional development credits annually.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education
  • 1st Bachelor's Degree Work Exp 1+ years
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
Work Exp 3+ years
RESPONSIBILITIES JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge
  • Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Supervisory Duties
  • Not responsible for supervising employees.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities
  • No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
10%
  • Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period 10%
  • Walk or move about 80%
  • Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
WORKING CONDITIONS
5%
  • Occasional overnight Travel
WORK SCHEDULE
Standard Hrs:
20 COMPENSATION
INFORMATION
Expected Pay:
$22/hour Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.
ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL LEVEL
Normal Operations Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.
JOB LOCATION
Greenville, SC
APPLICATION DEADLINE
June 8, 2026 at 11:59pm
EST MILITARY AND VETERAN
MILITARY
EQUIVALENCY
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources. To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.
CLOSING STATEMENT
Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status. Qualifications Application Instructions For more information and to apply, visit https://jobs.clemson.edu/psc/ps/JOBS/EXT/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&SiteId=1&FOCUS=Applicant&JobOpeningId=110490&PostingSeq=1 jeid-291c24f4bb358641b77397d82a5ff7de