Chemeketa Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Advisor

This is a part-time faculty pool for available assignments during the 2017/18 academic year. Applications are considered throughout the academic year and reviewed based on department need. Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone for an interview.

Position Summary

This position provides one-on-one business advising and problem solving to area business owners and potential business owners in Chemeketa’s District (Marion, Polk and Yamhill counties). Advising topics may include, but are not limited to, forms of conducting business, bookkeeping, marketing, social media, employee management, goals, financial analysis, budgeting, strategic planning, etc.

APPLICATION STATUS

Your application status will be updated throughout the review process. If your application is still in progress, your application has not been reviewed by the hiring department.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Upon hire, must pass security inquiry which may include criminal and/or driving history; only information relevant to the position will be considered

Requires flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include evenings and/or weekends.

Requires the provision of official transcripts upon hire

Initial salary placement will rarely extend Step 1.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Enter session notes and follow-up information into Center IC (Oregon SBDC Network’s MIS for client management) for each meeting with a client which tracks time spent, subject discussed, action items, etc.

Attend an Advisor Orientation, meetings, and provide presentations as a Chemeketa SBDC representative.

Advising may occur at the SBDC, occasionally at the businesses site or via videoconferencing.

Use word processing, statistical, spreadsheet and/or database software, (expertise in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook and Google).

Perform related duties as required.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in a business related field -OR- Five(5) years in business ownership experience can be substituted for this requirement.

AND

Five(5) years in business advising, business coaching and training within businesses – OR – three(3) years in owning, managing, and/or operating a business or a combination thereof.

AND

Working knowledge of accounting principles and financial statement analysis.

AND

Working knowledge of computers and business software applications.

AND

Understanding of business and the ability to analyze business problems and develop solutions.

AND

Computer proficiency is needed to perform duties of the job. Proficient in MS Excel, MS Word, and QuickBooks preferred.

AND

Experience as an instructor of adults in business-related topics.

Core Competencies:

A broad knowledge of business issues and topics.

Ability to empathize with clients and quickly translate experience into practical advice.

Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

Ability to review, understand, and apply concepts presented in training programs, conferences, and professional literature.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Bilingual and able to read, write and speak Spanish proficiently preferred.

In-depth training or experience in financial analysis, market analysis and planning.

Supplemental Information:

Preference may be given to Chemeketa employees based upon current labor/employment contracts.
Teaching assignment may include evening and week-end courses and the use of non-traditional delivery methodologies e.g., cable television and on-line/internet courses.

Recently hired faculty are expected to participate in a new faculty orientation program.

The following document(s) may be required to be provided as part of the application process:

-Cover letter- addressing your a) working knowledge of accounting principals and financial statement analysis. b) working knowledge of computers & business software applications. c) understanding of business & the ability to analyze business problems & develop solutions .

-Unofficial Transcript – If you meet the minimum qualifications of this position based on related college course work you will need to attach an electronic copy of your academic transcript(s) from an accredited institution must be attached with your application. The transcript must demonstrate the minimum educational requirement for the position. If you have academic credentials from non-U.S. institutions, you will need to include an evaluation of your credentials.

Required documents must be provided at the time of application. Please remove any personal information such as photographs, date of birth, gender, social security number, and other protected information from your documents, including transcripts. Documents containing protected information will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Chemeketa makes employment decisions based solely on the candidate’s demonstrated competencies as related to successful performance in the position.
Successful applicants for designated positions must successfully pass a background inquiry, which may include criminal, driving, credit and full background checks. Only information relevant to the position will be considered. An individual with negative information on their background inquiry will not necessarily be denied employment. Providing false information will result in rejection of an application, employment offer or dismissal

Applicants are eligible to use Veterans’ Preference when applying with Chemeketa Community College in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230 and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Preference will be given only if the applicant meets the minimum criteria of the position and electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

•MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) -OR- Letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension

•Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs. You can request copies of your military service record through the National Archives website at http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/For information regarding Veterans’ Preference qualifications, visit the following website:

http://www.oregonjobs.org/DAS/STJOBS/vetpoints.shtmlq