Business Advisor

The New Hampshire Small Business Development Center (NH SBDC), an outreach program of the University of New Hampshire, Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics, is seeking a business advisor for the North Country Region of the state. The advisor will work under the direction of the Regional Director to evaluate small business issues and provide solutions-based approaches and recommendations. Responsibilities include working with New Hampshire small businesses across a spectrum of management issues, conducting research to stay current on small business issues, coordinating with federal and state programs, maintaining client files, and other special assignments as needed. Responsibilities Interview and assess client needs. Provide in-depth, one‑on‑one confidential business advising and technical assistance to start‑up and existing businesses. Determine appropriate educational resources to share. Identify and analyze business issues, develop and implement solutions in a timely manner, and conduct research using public and private sources. Assist clients with developing business, financing and marketing plans, and a full range of management issues including personnel and understanding the state and regional business climate. Promote growth and sustainability measured through sales increases, job creation and capital formation. Understand the network of professionals to which businesses may need to be referred. Administrative work: provide information on client stories and support Lead Center requests (e.g., surveys, time‑sensitive requests). Track, enter and manage client data in MIS and attend SBDC staff events; identify opportunities to improve service through professional development. Promote the SBDC program and advocate for small businesses through presentations to communities and entities. Support the development of appropriate advertising, promotion and marketing materials. Attend state and regional meetings and conferences as required. Support area, state and federal projects concerning small businesses and disseminate results to the community. Build and maintain relationships with community economic development organizations, lending institutions, private sector and other referral partners. MBA or equivalency by training and experience. Requirements Bachelor’s in accounting, business management, or a related field and 3–5 years of accounting/financial management or related experience plus three to five years of business advising experience. One year of operational experience carrying out assignments using management skills. Ability to meet and work with diverse groups of people. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Willingness to travel extensively on short notice and to make overnight stays, if required. Some familiarity with computer programming and data analysis techniques; small business ownership experience preferred. Experience in a consulting or related service organization working on assignments for external clients. Knowledge of a specialized field of business such as accounting, sales, marketing, etc. Applicant Instructions Resume/CV Cover Letter Contact Information for three professional references Applications that are missing any of the required items may not move forward for consideration. Additional uploaded documents not requested in the position announcement will not be reviewed. Compensation Pay Range $38.00 per hour As this position is supported by external sponsor funding, continued employment in this role is contingent upon the availability of those funds. If, for any reason, the sponsor funding is reduced or discontinued, employment may be subject to modification or termination in accordance with applicable policies and procedures. Location & Salary Grade Durham, New Hampshire Salary Grade: Adjunct Hourly Staff 00 EEO Statement The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. #J-18808-Ljbffr