What are the responsibilities and job description for the Small Business Coach position at BAKERRIPLEY?
POSITION OVERVIEW
As a member of the coaching team, you will join an incredibly talented and hardworking Entrepreneur Connection team dedicated to providing resources, education, and connection to capital to entrepreneurs looking to build a successful business and improve their financial well-being to advance BakerRipley’s impact in the Houston region.
Expected Positive Outcomes
- Under the direction of the Program manager, the Small Business Coach will provide technical assistance, which includes coaching, advising and supporting local small businesses. Builds relationships with entrepreneurs to assist them with action planning and any needs that are within our services. Also supporting them through resources within other agency programs or with outside partners.
- Creates and builds relationships with key stakeholders in the communities we serve including but not limited to capital providers, education agencies, county and city organizations and more.
- Assist with leading and supporting the program with workshops, events and classes. Including creation of workshops that are needed within the community.
- Partner and build relationships with community stakeholders
JOB FUNCTIONS
Benchmark Job
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Remote Work Eligible
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Essential Functions
Essential Function
Two primary roles:
- Provide technical assistance, including guidance in the creation of feasibility studies and business plans and advice on key opportunities and challenges, to program participants
- Lead workshops and occasionally sub for classes on various business topics as well as any team events including our annual business pitch competition
- Partner and build relationships with community stakeholders
Other duties:
- Prepare entrepreneurs for the process of seeking appropriate capital to build and grow their business
- Keep up-to-date with current entrepreneurial trends, market opportunities and skills training
- Collaborate with partners, chambers of commerce, local economic development agencies and capital providers
- Build and maintain close professional relationships with small businesses throughout our targeted neighborhoods.
- Work in partnership with team to plan and implement special events, including our annual pitch competition
- Work with Manager to develop new services based on demonstrated client need
- Track program metrics and improve the program’s data-collecting practices
- Assist with recruitment, intake, and ongoing communication with clients who currently own or are interested in starting a business
- Conduct targeted outreach and relationship- building efforts to identify and engage aspiring and existing small business owners, including attending community events, partnering with local organizations and representing the program at workshops and expos. and networking opportunities to increase program visibility and participation
Additional Responsibilities
Required for All Jobs
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
PREFERRED/ REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Education Level
Education Details
Required/ Preferred
Bachelor's
Degree
In business or finance
Preferred
Work Experience
Experience
Experience Details
Required/ Preferred
1-3 years
At least 2 years of experience working with entrepreneurs preferred; prior experience in the relevant client community or in a similar community
Preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KSAs
Proficiency
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
Consistent discipline in upholding confidentiality and discretion with all sensitive matters
COMPUTER PROFICIENCY:
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS:
- Spanish proficiency required
Licenses and Certifications
Licenses/Certifications
Licenses/Certification Details
Time Frame
Required/ Preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical Demands
A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Physical Demand
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Rarely
Occasionally
Frequently
Constantly
Weight
Standing
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Walking
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Sitting
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Lifting
X
Carrying
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Pushing
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Pulling
Climbing
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Balancing
Stooping
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Kneeling
Crouching
Crawling
Reaching
Physical Demands
A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Physical Demand
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Rarely
Occasionally
Frequently
Constantly
Weight
Handling
Grasping
Feeling
Talking
Hearing
Repetitive Motions
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination
Working Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to work within the selected working environments.
Working Condition
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Extreme cold
Extreme heat
Humid
Wet
Noise
Hazards
Temperature Change
Atmospheric Conditions
Vibration
BakerRipley is an equal opportunity employer/program. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any status protected by federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to complying with all federal, state, and local laws providing equal employment opportunities, and all other employment laws. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request for persons with disabilities.