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Business Consultant-Athens

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If youre ready to apply your business expertise in a role that supports Georgias economic growth, we encourage you to.

The cover letter should address the following: Our employees say empathyan understanding of and service to othersis important in their role at the SBDC. In your letter, please describe instances where empathy is evidenced in your work or elsewhere and discuss why you are interested in supporting the mission and culture of our organization.

Posting Details

Posting Number F2476P

Working Title Business Consultant-Athens

Department PSO-Small Business Dev Center

About the University of Georgia Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgias oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The Universitys main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The Universitys enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

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Posting Type External

Retirement Plan Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligible

Benefits Eligible Benefits Eligible

Advertised Salary $80,000 + excellent benefits, including a defined benefits retirement plan

Anticipated Start Date 11/01/2025

Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)

Job Posting Date 09/09/2025

Job Closing Date Open until filled

Special Instructions to Applicants If youre ready to apply your business expertise in a role that supports Georgias economic growth, we encourage you to.

The cover letter should address the following: Our employees say empathyan understanding of and service to othersis important in their role at the SBDC. In your letter, please describe instances where empathy is evidenced in your work or elsewhere and discuss why you are interested in supporting the mission and culture of our organization.

Location of Vacancy Athens Area

EEO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@).

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Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Public Service Professional AC

FLSA Faculty

Rank Open Rank

Contract Type Fiscal (12 mo.)

Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

• A Masters degree in business or related area.
• A Bachelors degree is acceptable for a Public Service Provisional appointment (see Additional Requirements for more information on this provisional appointment).

Position Summary The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center seeks a results-driven experienced management professional with strong business skills to serve the Athens area as a Business Consultant .

Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide high quality individual instruction and educational support to entrepreneurs, business owners, and business managers.
• Analyze situations, make recommendations, and educate clients with regard to business plans, market feasibility, financial viability, operations management, and legal structures, to name but a few topics.
• Maintain an appropriate level and mix of clients as noted by annual goals and strategic plan objectives.
• Responsible for developing and refining a consulting practice that yields impactful results.
• Develop and deliver high quality business training programs that are responsive to the needs of the business community served. Generate curricula for business programs, seminars, conferences, etc.
• Determine and initiate topics, agendas, instructors, instructional materials, location, time and other resources required. Create and produce instructional materials. Serve as an instructor of business training programs and secure qualified outside instructors, as needed.
• Effectively market business training programs within assigned communities, so as to meet annual goals.
• Develop specific and relevant area(s) of expertise within the arena of business development; apply this knowledge through development and delivery of new training programs, consulting tools, research projects, co-consulting, and/or other impact measures.
• Direct clients to other appropriate sources of business information and assistance. Disseminate pertinent information to the business community via various media.
• Serve as an advocate of business development, expansion and retention in the area, becoming a visible leader in the local business community.
• Work collaboratively with private-sector businesses, other economic development units of the University System, and other units of State Government to further the economic well-being of Georgias citizens.
• Engage in public relations activities such as speeches, presentations, active committee participation, and direct discussions with various audiences.
• Assist in the continued development, implementation, and updating of the organizations strategic plan. Develop annual action and marketing plans aligned with the strategic plan and the needs of the local community.
• Prepare and execute individual work plans, including professional development initiatives, aligned with area office objectives.
• Support organizational improvement through involvement with internal committees, center reviews, projects, and assessments as directed by the state office.
• Participate in sponsorship acquisition strategies; initiate co-sponsorship of programs with private businesses, economic development organizations, and government entities. Seek and apply for relevant grants.
• Document activities via electronic information system (Unity); maintain client files per SBA and SBDC guidelines; provide impact information for SBA reporting.
• Perform all responsibilities efficiently and effectively within the assigned area office; ensure compliance with policies and high-quality service delivery. Maintain positive, professional relations with other institutions.
• Represent the Area Director when required.

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