What are the responsibilities and job description for the Small Business Manager position at Center for Transforming Lives?
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
SUMMARY
The Small Business Manager is responsible for leading microenterprise support services with entrepreneurs and partners. Primary responsibilities include recruiting and increasing participation of aspiring micro-entrepreneurs and supporting access and membership at Riverside Coworking. This position ensures participants and coworking members receive quality technical assistance that promotes a successful microenterprise, while also ensuring accurate data tracking and evaluation that focuses on positive outcomes.
RESPONSIBILITIES
· Plans programming and workshops that support the development and sustainability of small businesses.
· Maintains close connections to community small business colleagues and collaborates to ensure that participant and membership needs are met.
· Recruits small business leaders and aspiring small business leaders to participate in programming and engage in Riverside Coworking.
· Lead and support an entrepreneur ecosystem through program design and implementation.
· Leads and supports small business mentors, ensuring individual and group sessions are occurring according to program requirements.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
· Bachelor’s degree; ideally in business administration or entrepreneurship; other disciplines acceptable with at least three years of business-related experience.
· Business ownership experience is a plus.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
- Ideal candidates have experience in entrepreneurial/business development.
- Proficient working knowledge of Windows operating system and Office products is required.
- Experience in program development, marketing, grant compliance, outcomes tracking and evaluation.
- Personal microenterprise experience including the establishment of business legal structure, business banking and comprehensive business plan.
- Direct service with individuals living in poverty.
- Knowledge of the small business ecosystem in Tarrant County.
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000