TAG Business Advisor – NE Georgia

Department

website Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full / Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information M-F, 8-5;

some nights and weekends Advertised Salary $ Posting Date / / 4 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date / / 4 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy NE District EEO Policy Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.

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Position Information Classification Title Public Service Professional AD FLSA Exempt FTE 1. Minimum Qualifications Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field.

Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education / experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications Position Summary The Technical Assistance Business Advisor is responsible for providing business counseling and training programs to individuals, businesses, communities, and other entities in their assigned geographic territory, with a specific focus on financial management, bookkeeping, basic accounting, and capital formation.

The Business Advisor will be responsible for managing multiple projects that include sourcing and driving both group and one-on-one client engagements as well as networking and developing relationships with community partners.

Multi-county travel may be involved. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies

• Broad base of business knowledge.
• Excellent analytical skills, with a level of proficiency in the areas of financial management, basic accounting, or lending.
• Effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Physical Demands

• Sitting for long periods of time.
• Lift / carry up to lbs.
• Multi-county travel.
• Driving as needed to perform job duties.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of or direct patient care?

No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities.

• For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website . Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia;
• confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for;

and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable.

Please visit the UGA Background Check website . Duties / Responsibilities Duties / Responsibilities

Provide individual instruction to entrepreneurs, business owners, business managers, and others on understanding legal issues related to their enterprise, developing the accounting and record-keeping capabilities necessary for running their business, and helping them with the evaluation and pursuit of financing options best suited for growth including completing applications for State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) related funding.

Percentage of time Duties / Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver business-training programs that are responsive to the needs of the business community served.
• Generate curriculum for business programs, seminars, conferences, etc.
• Help local field offices determine topics, agendas, instructors, and instructional materials.
• Serve as an instructor or facilitator for these programs.
• Evaluate programs’ effectiveness and make necessary modifications.

Percentage of time Duties / Responsibilities

• Document activities via Unity in a timely, accurate, and comprehensive manner.
• Collect and transmit consolidated Unity data.
• Maintain adequate client files as per SBDC guidelines.

Percentage of time Duties / Responsibilities

• Perform all responsibilities efficiently and effectively within assigned division.
• Ensure that administrative policies are followed, that programs are innovative and responsive, and that top quality services are delivered.
• Utilize client and management feedback in striving for continuous improvement.
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with other institutions.

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Contact Information

Recruitment Contact Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Howard Dent Recruitment Contact Email hdent@ Recruitment Contact Phone