Small Business Development Center

Western New Mexico University

Silver City, New Mexico

Business Advisor – Deming Satellite Office

General Summary:

The Business Advisor's role in accomplishing the SBDC mission is to serve as a consultant to small business clients to help them begin a business and/or to encourage growth and sustainability of a small business; and to represent the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in the community. The Business Advisor reports to the SBDC Center Director and works as an SBDC team member.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Delivers technical and management assistance to the small business community through a variety of contact methods, including face-to-face sessions, email, phone, and online video communication.
  • Prepares materials and content for workshops and presentations for the SBDC client base. This may include planning, scheduling, marketing and conducting trainings; and reporting on training evaluation.
  • Maintains SBDC client database in a timely manner, including entering counseling notes and progress reports; uploading documents; and collecting and entering other data as required.
  • Stays abreast of general business conditions and changes in regulations/laws affecting small business.
  • Performs related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in business or related field; or seven years’ experience in business
  • Entrepreneurial or business operations experience
  • Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets and internet use
  • Ability to work flexible hours and travel within the SBDC service area
  • Ability to travel in-state and out-of-state to attend meetings and conference

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in a consulting or advisory role, or similar customer handling role
  • Proficiency in Spanish

Certifications/Licenses & Minimum Requirements: Driver’s license

Work Hours: 8am-5pm

Required Documents: Cover Letter, Resume/Curriculum Vitae, Unofficial Transcripts

Apply online: wnmu.hiretouch.com

Western New Mexico Universityis an equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer that promotes and values the diversity of our community and our exceptional and talented workforce.Throughout the recruitment and employment relationship we maintain integrity and respect for others regardless of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetics, or veteran status. We foster a work environment free from discrimination or retaliation; and a culture where every individual has the opportunity to realize their full potential. Western New Mexico University encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.Reasonable AccommodationsWestern New Mexico University is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and/or local law. Requests for accommodations will be evaluated on a case by case basis.