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Reference #: 24001656 Description Grade: T26 The link below will give you information about the University's "T" salary structure. Learn more about the "T" salary structure. A variety of important factors are reviewed by HR when considering salary, including job duties, the applicant's education and experience, all relevant internal equity considerations, department budget, and funding source. Summary of Position: The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Business Consultant is responsible for providing consulting and technical assistance to small businesses and entrepreneurs in the following counties: Philadelphia, Lower Montgomery and Lower Bucks.  The Consultant will work directly with business owners and entrepreneurs on new venture creation including business plan development, financial analysis, market research, business management, operations and access to capital.  The Consultant educates small businesses and entrepreneurs on strategies to develop and grow and should have an excellent understanding of capital formation and lending options for small businesses. The incumbent is responsible for managing a portfolio of clients including follow-up and coordination of all activities on behalf of the client.  As part of the SBDC team of professionals, the Consultant will represent the Center at outside meetings and functions, with agencies that assist entrepreneurs and small businesses such as CDCs, banks, government agencies, professional organizations, etc.  The Business Consultant will also provide secondary interface with the Pennsylvania Small Business Development Center (PASBDC) State Directors office.  The SBDC General Business Consultant works under the technical and administrative supervision of the Director of the Small Business Development Center. Perform other duties as assigned. When you come to Temple, you don't only come to an impressive campus with an abundance of resources and amenities.  You come to Philadelphia, where Temple's Main Campus is woven into the city's fabric.  Temple is committed to this community and provides several financial programs for full-time faculty and staff who purchase and reside in homes surrounding Main Campus and the Health Sciences Center. Click hereto learn more about the benefits of working at Temple University. Required Education & Experience: Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Marketing, Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field and at least four years of related experience in commercial lending, business management or business consulting.  An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Required Skills & Abilities: *Significant knowledge of entrepreneurship, small business management and operations, accounting and financial analysis, commercial lending, marketing, market research, human resource management, financing, legal issues *Strong interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, and listening skills and ability to handle difficult people *Knowledge of financial lending procedures *Ability to manage large client portfolio, strong organizational and time management skills *Ability to network effectively with partners and stakeholders *Proficient digital technology skills and ability to use the CRM to enter data and generate reports *Ability to travel to locations that may not be accessible to public transportation *Ability to work some nights and weekends Preferred: *Master's degree in Business Management, Marketing, Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field *Small Business ownership/experience *Experience with international expertise, marketing, micro-small businesses *Experience working in Montgomery and/or Philadelphia counties in economic development This is a grant funded position. This position is assigned a hybrid work arrangement (on-campus and remote), the duration of this hybrid work arrangement is at the discretion of Temple University and the Department. Temple University is committe to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status. Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. 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Primary Location:Pennsylvania-Philadelphia-Main Campus-Alter Hall

Job:Staff Schedule:Full-time Shift:Day Job Employee Status:Regular

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