Part Time Coach, Small Business Center

Provides confidential, one-on-one counseling and coaching to aspiring entrepreneurs and existing business owners in the areas of venture creation, business management, marketing, sources of capital, planning, etc. Counsels aspiring entrepreneurs in the areas of venture creation inclusive of concept development, business planning, feasibility analysis, licensing/permits, budgeting, financial forecasting, etc. (Counseling provided at the SBC and/or virtually) Counsels existing business owners in the areas of strategic and growth planning, operations management and marketing. (Counseling provided at the SBC, virtually and at the site of the business). Conducts business plan reviews helps prepare cash flow statements Enters detailed confidential session notes and other pertinent data into Center IC within the month counseling is performed to comply with SBCN guidelines. Provides clients information about Small Business Center classes and seminars and encourages use of both SBC and CPCC programs and services. Refers clients to other resources and professionals when necessary. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Associate Degree from an accredited institution; past or current business ownership/management experience a must

Preferred Requirements:

Experience counseling and/or advising small businesses Master's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in

Business Administration, Management or Entrepreneurship Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics:

Knowledge of sound, practical business practices, finance and accounting as errors or failure to exercise care in advising clients could cause irreparable harm. Skills in business and strategic planning. The ability to assess business training needs and link clients to appropriate college offerings. The ability to take great care and discretion while upholding confidentiality.