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Program Advisor I - SBDC (Small Business Development Center) Professional Expert Contract
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Position Number: 5120149
Location: Oceanside , CA
Position Type: Business and Financial Management

Program Advisor I - SBDC (Small Business Development Center) Professional Expert Contract
MiraCosta College

For full details and to apply, go to https://jobs.miracosta.edu/postings/4042

Type of Assignment: Full Time
Assignment Category: Contract

Position Details:
One contract, professional expert position, full-time, 40 hours per week, 12 months per year with the Small Business Development Center. The person selected for this position will be subject to assignment to any district facility during any hours of operation. We're looking to fill the position as soon as possible

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:
MiraCosta College Board Policy 7800: Employee Residency requires all classified staff, administrators, and temporary/hourly short-term employees to maintain and permanently reside in a principal place of residence in the state of California that is within two-hundred (200) road miles from the employee's regularly assigned district worksite. The purpose of the policy is to promote efficiency and continuity throughout all campus administrative functions, provide students with high quality assistance and accessibility to all academic and campus services, ensure that students receive an engaging education, and respond to emerging student needs.

The District may consider an individual request to temporarily reside outside of the State of California or outside the 200-mile limit on a case-by-case basis, not to exceed twelve consecutive months.

Salary Range: Professional Expert Salary Schedule
Compensation: $79,244 per year on the 2023-2024 professional expert salary schedule.Employees must make arrangements for the direct deposit of paychecks into the financial institution of their choice, via electronic fund transfer.

Benefits:
MiraCosta College offers an array of benefits to eligible employees. The district pays 100% of the cost of medical, dental and vision insurance for eligible employees and dependents $100,000 life insurance policy Up to $250 of benefit credits per month to help pay for a variety of voluntary benefit options, such as supplemental life insurance, disability coverage, and health care/dependent care flexible spending account (FSA) Vacation, sick leave, and up to 18 paid holidays State pension system retirement benefits (CalPERS) Free and confidential employee assistance program Wellness Program Childcare Facility (Oceanside Campus)

Position Term in Months: 12

Application Procedure:
In order to be considered for this position, you must submit the following documents directly in the online system and finish applying and receive a confirmation number by 11:59 PM on the closing date:

1. Application on which you list all relevant experience.

2. A current resume or curriculum vitae summarizing your educational background and experience.

3. Transcripts of college coursework which provide evidence of meeting the minimum qualifications as stated in this job posting. Unofficial or legible photocopies are acceptable. If a degree(s) was earned, the transcripts must state that the degree was awarded. Any degree/coursework used to satisfy the minimum qualifications must be from a postsecondary institution accredited by an accreditation agency recognized by either the U.S. Department of Education or the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation.

If your degree(s) is from a college or university outside of the United States, you must submit a detailed evaluation from a professional evaluation agency. To view a list of agencies approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, go to https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/foreign-transcript-evaluation-(cl-635). Transcripts or translations in English still require the evaluation to show the U.S. equivalence of your degree.

Offer of employment to the person selected for this position is contingent upon 1) submission of a current tuberculosis test clearance; 2) proof of eligibility to work in the United States; 3) fingerprint clearance; and 4) approval by the Board of Trustees.

Retired STRS members are not eligible for this position.

Basic Function:
Under general direction, provide training and counseling services to the small business community to create economic impact in the service area; perform intake and determine client needs; recommend possible solutions to owners of small businesses; provide business technical assistance through confidential one-on-one consulting and group training; and perform related duties as assigned.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

Conduct in-depth client interviews and eligibility evaluations, crafting detailed Scope of Work reports and consulting/training plans tailored to Small Business Development Center (SBDC) services.
Refer clients to specialized consultants when specific expertise is required, ensuring clients receive comprehensive and targeted support.
Provide expert guidance in diverse business areas during one-on-one consulting sessions, addressing topics such as funding, marketing plans, financial forecasting, market feasibility, capital raising, product diversification, operations management, and marketing strategies.
Offer direction in essential areas like financial viability and operational efficiency, contributing significantly to clients business success.
Accurately document client data, communications, and milestones within the SBDCs CRM systems, ensuring seamless tracking and continuous improvement in service delivery.
Empower entrepreneurs with actionable insights and strategic direction, fostering business growth and contributing to the economic development of the community.

Other Duties:
Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge Of:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Experienced in business planning, management, financial analysis, and accessing various forms of capital, providing holistic counseling to entrepreneurs.
Demonstrates excellent business communication skills, including grammar, spelling, and punctuation, fostering clear and professional interactions.
Capable of identifying barriers faced by small business owners, conducting situational analyses, and developing tailored strategies for clients.
Maintains client information confidentiality and demonstrates proficiency in computer operation and standard business software.
Exhibits tact and diplomacy in handling sensitive and confidential client matters, showcasing cultural awareness and understanding.

Ability To:
See Knowledge, Skills and Abilities above.

Education & Experience:

Demonstrate a minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in providing business consulting and training services.
Showcase a proven track record of imparting valuable expertise to a diverse clientele.

Desirable Qualifications:

Previous small business ownership.
Bilingual

Licenses & Other Requirements:
A valid California drivers license and the ability to maintain insurability under the districts vehicle insurance program.

Physical Effort:
The physical efforts described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Primarily sedentary with intermittent standing, walking, bending and stooping; occasional light lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds; ability to work at computer, including repetitive use of a computer keyboard, mouse or other control devices; ability to travel to a variety of locations on and off campus as needed to conduct district business. Travel is required within the region the VBOC serves. Additional travel may be required by the SBA.

Emotional Effort:
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships involving interactions and communications personally, by phone and in writing with a variety of individuals and/or groups from diverse backgrounds on a regular, ongoing basis; ability to concentrate on detailed tasks for extended periods of time and/or intermittently while attending to other responsibilities; ability to work effectively under pressure on a variety of tasks concurrently while meeting established deadlines and changing priorities.

Working Conditions:
Primarily business office environment; subject to frequent public contact and interruption; intermittent exposure to individuals acting in a disagreeable fashion. May work at any authorized facility in the SoCal VBOC service area with occasional evening, weekend and/or holiday hours required on an as-needed basis.

Posting Number: S23/24061P
Human Resources Contact Information: jobs@miracosta.edu or 760.795.6854
Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
First Screening Date: 1st Screening Date is Tuesday, April 2, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

About MiraCosta College
MiraCosta College is one of California's 115 public community colleges. The district operates two campus sites and two centers, and offers a robust online education program. Situated between San Diego and Los Angeles, MiraCosta College benefits from multicultural influences and cultural opportunities. Both students and staff enjoy a friendly atmosphere and the feeling that we are all here to help one another. MiraCosta College is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. For more details, please visit our website at https://www.miracosta.edu/office-of-the-president/board-of-trustees/_docs/3400BP-Diversity-Equity-Inclusion.pdf