Business Advisor - Alpine

Job Summary:
Function: Provides information and advice to small businesses through the department’s service area. Scope: Provides individual counseling and group training.

• Provides counseling and training to existing and prospective entrepreneurs in developing business plans, marketing, record keeping and accounting, financing, management, etc.
• Makes recommendations and provides appropriate documentation to clients and to Center Director.
• Draws heavily upon analytical and communication skills in working with clients.
• Acts as a liaison between clients and governmental agencies, financial institutions, and private industry; conducts training seminars throughout the region.
• Aids in developing the overall economy of the region.
• The position serves a large geographic area.
• Current driver’s license and driving record acceptable to the University must be maintained as a condition of employment.

Other duties may be assigned to this position on a regular or occasional basis to respond to the needs of the university.

Key Competencies: (Knowledge Skills and Abilities)
Working knowledge of small business operations; able to communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and government officials; must possess skills in working with PCS, particularly word processing and spreadsheets and windows.

Expectation of Quality:
Employee will support the mission of Sul Ross State University by providing high-quality, professional services, timely responses, and solutions to customer requests.

Working Conditions:
Extensive travel may be required, including some overnight stays and some out of state travel; exempt from overtime provisions. Current driver's license and driving record acceptable to the University must be maintained as a condition of employment. Position is Security Sensitive.

Security Sensitive:
This position is classified as Security-Sensitive and is thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094, which authorize employers to obtain and review criminal history record information for applicants.

Any qualifications to be considered in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Human Resources Director.