Consultant for Small Businesses in Hispanic/Latino Communities

Posting Summary

Logo Posting Number TMP00573PO25 Job Code Title Program Coordinator II Advertised Title Consultant for Small Businesses in Hispanic/Latino Communities Campus Columbia College/Division Darla Moore School of Business Department DMSB Small Business Development Center Salary $22 - $25 Location of Vacancy Charleston, SC Part/Full Time Part Time Hours per Week 22.5 Work Schedule

The schedule will be primarily during standard business hours, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, 22.5 hours per week. A specific schedule will be defined with the supervisor.

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Job Search Category Other Professional

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Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

This consultant provides hands-on, private business consulting and delivers educational programs to entrepreneurs and small business owners in the assigned territory. Some examples of subject matter the consultant will offer are business plan creation, fiscal management, obtaining financing, marketing, growth strategies, operations management, etc. The focus of this position is on the Hispanic/Latino small business community; the individual must be able to deliver services in both English and Spanish. The primary objective is to increase outreach and direct assistance that improves clients' access to capital, job creation and retention, business startups, and business growth. The Hispanic Business Consultant is responsible for working with internal and external partners to develop an outreach strategy for the Hispanic entrepreneurial community that will build awareness of small business services, develop trust, and increase the number of Latino clients served. The business consultant must have a broad base of business knowledge, excellent research and analytical skills, be a creative thinker to assist with problem-solving, and have the ability to effectively manage multiple projects and clients simultaneously. Multi-county travel is required to serve the assigned area. Applicants for this position must have a good working knowledge of basic business tools to include financial analysis, business research, marketing, and accounting, and be proficient in the use of computers and MS Office. Consultants must be comfortable speaking in public to represent the SC SBDC at functions as varied as educational workshops and Chamber of Commerce events and in speaking with a diverse group of individuals such as bankers, government officials, and resource providers.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in a business-related discipline and at least (5) years of related experience required. Must be fluent in both Spanish and English.

The business consultant must have a broad base of business knowledge, excellent research and analytical skills, and be a creative thinker to assist with problem-solving and effectively manage multiple projects and clients simultaneously. Must be familiar with cultures of the Hispanic communities and able to effectively provide assistance to any small business needing guidance. Multi-county travel is required to serve the assigned area. Applicants for this position must have a good working knowledge of basic business tools including financial analysis, business research, marketing, and accounting, and be proficient in the use of computers and MS Office. Consultants must be comfortable speaking in public to represent the SC SBDC at functions such as educational workshops, Chambers of Commerce, or other public events, and speaking with a diverse group of individuals such as bankers, government officials, and resource providers.

Strong preference for experience working in or with small businesses and for consulting experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience and/or knowledge of commercial business financing. Self-starter, goal-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Business consulting and training. The primary duty is conducting private business consulting on a variety of topics to help entrepreneurs start and grow their companies. Subject matter ranges from general business knowledge, business planning, fiscal management and assistance with applying for financing, marketing planning/digital marketing strategies, sales/growth strategies, HR issues, etc. Individual also develops and conducts group training workshops/seminars on topics of interest or need to small business owners.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 60 Job Duty

Community Outreach and Collaboration. The consultant is responsible for raising awareness of SC SBDC services available to the Hispanic community and generating new clients. This individual identifies key partners and develops collaborations that leverage resources in order to help small businesses succeed. Potential relationships include local and regional government agencies, economic development organizations, faith-based institutions, and private sector companies. Work will not be limited to clients of Hispanic origin but rather open to anyone who is seeking assistance.

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 30 Job Duty

Advancement of the SC SBDC. Participation in SC SBDC committees, co-consulting, network activities, client advocacy, and community/legislative outreach that promotes and advances the success of the network. Includes professional development and special assignments as appropriate

Essential Function Yes Percentage of Time 10

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 06/01/2025 Proposed End Date 12/17/2025 Job Open Date 04/10/2025 Job Close Date 06/30/2025 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant

Fluency in both English and Spanish is required. This position is located in the Charleston Area SBDC Office, Charleston, SC.

Please include a cover letter, resume, and list of references with your application.

This position is open until filled. 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.

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The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Position Attributes

Position Attributes

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.

Safety/Security Sensitive or Requires a CDL No Hazardous weather category Non-Essential

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Do you have a Bachelor's Degree in a business-related discipline and at least (5) years of related experience?

• Yes

• No

• • Do you have a multi-lingual background, particularly Spanish?

• Yes

• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents