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Date Posted: October 17, 2024 Job Title: Assistant Director Category: Administration Employer: Research Foundation for State of New York Location: Albany NY
Description:
Assistant Director
“Employment is with The Research Foundation for The State University of New York, a private, nonprofit, educational corporation that administers sponsored program activity for the University at Albany.”
Description of Duties (This is a brief summary of the hiring department and the duties of the role):
This position provides critical support to the administrative functions, SEED Program operations, client facing training development, and outreach/stakeholder engagement for the Albany Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosted by the Massry School of Business at the University at Albany. The position reports to the Albany SBDC Director with duties and responsibilities that will include:
Operate and manage the center’s SEED Program including applicant recruitment and screening, coordination with the Massry School of Business corresponding MBA course, lead weekly program classes, the development of the participant business plans, financial projections, homework assignments, program reporting and maintaining the program course platform.
Assist in developing and executing the center’s client facing training programs including, program schedule, program development, administrative reporting, fiscal reporting for the programs.
Assist in outreach and stakeholder engagement efforts for the Albany SBDC in the 12 counties of the center’s coverage area including attending networking events on behalf of the center, attending stakeholder meetings and planning collaborative events with stakeholders and community partners.
Assist the fiscal and administrative reporting responsibilities of the center to the SBA, NY SBDC Lead Center and School of Business.
Assist in the day-to-day financial management of the center including, but not limited to purchase order and invoice processing, budget management and account reconciliations.
Assisting in the onboarding and development of new business advisors.
Assist with the development resources and tools to meet client needs including but not limited to: fact sheets, guides, spreadsheets, video demonstrations, and webinars/seminars.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications (Both measurable and soft skill requirements):
A Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, marketing, accounting, economics however, a minimum of 3 years prior business ownership or management experience may be substituted for the degree.
Prior employment experience with an economic development organization.
Have prior experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
Self-motivated and directed, with experience determining priorities, strategies and processes in partnership with others.
Ability to effectively communicate over the phone, in person, on online platforms (Zoom, Skype, Teams, etc.).
Demonstrated excellence in written and verbal communications, customer service, client follow up, overall business acumen, quantitative and qualitative evaluation and client outreach.
Ability to adapt quickly to rapidly changing economic and client situations, pivot emphasis and time as required by disaster recovery, market changes or client needs; flexible, adaptable person eager to be involved in depth with economic recovery efforts within New York State experience working remotely with clients or teams.
Maturity to understand and empathize with business owners during a difficult time even while providing those same owners with direct and at times challenging questions, feedback and commentary on the state of their business plans, operations and recovery efforts.
Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community.
Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging, relative to their role.
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience as a business advisor, associate /assistant director or a director of a SBDC regional center.
Priority Review of applications will begin on 10/21/2024. This position will remain open until filled.
Federal law and regulations require notice to all prospective employees regarding crimes that have occurred on campus in the current three-year period. Please refer to the following website for the complete Annual Security Report (“Clery Report”): http://police.albany.edu/ASR.shtml
As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, The Research Foundation for SUNY will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy-related conditions, reproductive health decisions, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, familial status, citizenship, physical and mental disability, prior arrest or conviction record, genetic characteristics/genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, military status or service, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under federal, state or local law.
The Research Foundation for The State University of New York exceptional benefits, such as healthcare, dental, vision, retirement plans, competitive pay, generous paid time off, tuition waiver program through SUNY, life insurance and long-term disability insurance. The University at Albany offers a variety of performing arts, world class libraries, and competitive sporting events.
