Business Counselor/IEWBC Riverside County (UEC)

About University Enterprises Corporation at CSUSB

(This is not a state position)

University Enterprises Corporation at CSUSB ("UEC") supports the university's educational mission by providing quality services that complement the instructional program. The University depends upon UEC to provide services that cannot be supported with state funds. We're responsible for business enterprises on campus including, but not limited to, dining, bookstore, convenience store, and vending services. We also serve as the grantee for federal, state, and local funding for research and sponsored projects.

Position Summary

Temporary, Part Time, Non-Benefited position through 9/30/2024 (Appointment may be renewed annually based upon availability of funds, availability of work and satisfactory job performance).

Salary: $25.00-$35.00 per hour.

Location: Based in the city of Riverside to serve Riverside County.

Work Schedule

Up to 19 hours per week. Schedule will vary. Typically will have a schedule within the range of Monday-Saturday 8AM to 5PM and occasional evenings.

First Review Deadline

This position will remain open until filled.

Typical Activities

• Provide one-on-one business counseling and assistance to clients in the areas of business planning, operations management, accounting, finance, marketing, human resources, or other area of small business development based on skill set.
• Deliver workshops in response to identified needs, demands and local area economic development both in-person and remotely.
• Assist in special projects as determined by the Project Director and/or the needs of the small business community.
• Promote the IEWBC by making oral and written presentations to local and regional business associations, chambers of commerce, service clubs and other community-based organizations and by participation in workshops and conferences coordinated with other local and regional organizations and agencies.
• Create, maintain, and review client files to meet program goals.
• Be responsible for supporting the development of business starts, job creation, increase of sales, access to capital and increases in equity by conducting follow-up activities to facilitate and enhance service delivery and assessment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education & Experience:
  
  
  
  • Applicants must have any combination of experience and education that would equal three (3) years full time professional experience aiding and counseling to small businesses.
  • Applicants must have knowledge of financial aspects of business, such as identifying sources of capital, loan analysis or packaging; principles and practices of business management including establishment of a new business; principles and requirements of business law, taxation, and employment regulations; data gathering and report writing, professional standards.
  
  
  
  
• Other:
  
  
  
  • Ability to analyze the operational aspects of a business.
  • Express ideas clearly and effectively in oral and written communications.
  • Develop and conduct oral presentations for group.
  • Assist in the development of business plans.
  • Work cooperatively with persons from diverse economic and social backgrounds.
  • Maintain accurate records.
  • Prepare clear and concise reports.
  • Keep apprised of federal, state, and local and program regulations and policies.
  • Learn new computer applications.
  • Maintain open and effective working relationships with staff and services clients and groups, other professionals, and the public.
  • Applicants must be computer literate and have good typing skills.
  • Ability to conduct web-based research, use social media effectively, and proficiency in the latest versions of Microsoft Office Suite is required.
  • Applicants must be sensitive to the needs of a diverse client base.
  • Some travel required.
  
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in business, Management, Finance, Economics, or a related field is preferred but not required
• Bilingual Spanish is highly desired

University Enterprises Corporation at CSUSB is committed to a diverse workforce and affirmative action, and is an equal opportunity employer. UEC maintains and promotes a policy of non-discrimination and non-harassment on the basis of race, sex, gender, color, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic characteristics, status as a disabled veteran, or disabled veteran of the Vietnam era.

To view the UEC Affirmative Action Program, please contact UEC Human Resources at (909) 537-7589 Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm.

As an equal opportunity employer, University Enterprises Corporation at CSUSB (UEC) is committed to a diverse workforce. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access UEC's career website as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling UEC's Human Resources Manager at 909-537-7589.

EEO AA Policy Statement

Employment of Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans

Supplemental Information

UEC is an EOE - Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans. This position will remain open until filled. This has been designated as a sensitive position. The selected candidate must successfully pass a thorough background investigation to include a criminal history check prior to appointment.