SBDC Small Business Adviser/Instructor

Salary: $27.00 Hourly

Location: Rogue Community College, OR

Job Type:
Adjunct Faculty

Job Number: 02025

Department: SBDC

Opening Date:
07/08/2025

Closing Date

6/30/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

This is an adjunct faculty pool for
teaching part-time in the Small Business Development Center department. The pool will remain open until June 2026 unless positions are no
longer needed. Applications will be reviewed and candidates will be contacted and interviewed as positions become available.

Works closely with the SBDC Director and staff while providing confidential, one-on-one counseling and coaching to business owners and
start-up business owners in the areas of business management, marketing, sources of capital, planning, etc.

Examples
of Duties – Essential Functions

1. The primary function of this position is to provide business counseling at the
   SBDC offices, at the site of the business, or telephone/zoom advising as appropriate.
2. Conducts an initial assessment of client needs
   and recommended scope of training; recommends follow up appointments and recommends SBDC class registration to clients.
3. Encourages
   businesses to utilize the various programs offered by the SBDC, including referrals to other advisers with specialized
   expertise.
4. Refers clients to external agencies, resources and professionals when necessary.
5. Prepares and enters client
   contact reports and other pertinent data into Center IC within 5 days of client contact for SBA Compliance.
6. May teach workshops such
   as “Going into Business” and “How to Write a Business Plan” and/or other topics related to small business. Proposes and develops training
   programs as approved by the director.
7. Markets SBDC small business advising and training programs through contacts in the business
   community, and through marketing brochures, speeches, banker visits and calls on potential clients.
8. Monitors and supports
   achievement of annual adviser and center performance goals including new business starts, creation of jobs, capital formation, long-term
   clients, training events, and/or other goals.
9. Stays abreast of business needs, technology, and trends in order to support ongoing
   needs of small businesses.
10. Represents RCC and the SBDC in a positive way at meetings and gives presentations as an RCC SBDC
    representative.
11. Signs annual confidentiality and conflict of interest agreement, and completes other documents for reporting in
    compliance with Oregon SBDC performance standards.
12. Utilizes Center IC to manage business caseload, provide timely follow-up,
    etc.
13. Prepares and completes Impact Validation reports, secures client signatures, and uploads documentation into Center
    IC.
14. Communicates with SBDC staff concerning schedule of appointments and availability.
15. Recommends, writes, and prepares
    success stories for submittal to Oregon SBDC.
16. Performs other duties as assigned

Screening
Criteria

Education: Degree in business-related field preferred. Combination of education
and experience to meet education requirement is accepted.

Experience: Past or current business
ownership/management experience required. Two years of experience in assessment of business needs and practices, business advising and
public speaking.

Knowledge of: Sound, practical business practices, finance and accounting. Knowledge
required in how to facilitate productive relationships with business clients, in addition to coordinating relationships with other people,
organizations and sources of information. Knowledge of banker expectations of the small business owner.

Skills: Understanding of business and the ability to analyze business problems and develop solutions. Active
listening skills are a critical requirement, with the ability to be supportive to others at all levels of business ownership. Must have
technology skill and experience in word processing, data base entry, and expertise in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook. Must be able to
utilize Zoom and other electronic means of communications.

Ability to: Ability to assess business training
needs and develop and implement long-term advising programs for small businesses. Ability to relate to business owners and adult learners,
to be supportive of business owners and their staff. Ability to communicate effectively, analyze business situations and needs, and deal
with others in a positive encouraging way.

Licenses: If required to drive on behalf of the college, must
possess a valid Oregon Driver License and provide proof of an acceptable driving record.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands listed below represent those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of
this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Manual dexterity and coordination are required for less than half of the daily work period (about 40%) which is spent sitting while
operating office equipment such as computers, keyboards, 10-key, telephones, and other standard office equipment. While performing the
duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach, bend, kneel, stoop, twist, crouch, climb, balance, see,
talk, hear, and manipulate objects. The position requires some mobility including the ability to move materials less than 5 pounds daily,
5-25 pounds occasionally, and 25-60 pounds rarely. This position requires both verbal and written communication abilities.

Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is primarily
working indoors in an office environment. The employee is not exposed to hazardous conditions. The noise level in the work environment is
usually moderate and lighting is adequate.

Additional Posting Information

Opportunity Starts
Here – with people who bring curiosity, creativity, and care to their work. At Rogue Community College, we strive to hire and support
employees who enrich our community and bring fresh perspectives to our work. Together, we’re creating a welcoming environment where people
feel valued and respected, and where innovation grows.

We value the many ways people gain experience and develop skills. If your
background doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. You might be just what we’re looking for.

Candidates with disabilities requiring accommodation and/or assistance during the hiring process may contact Human Resources at
541-956-7329. Only finalists will be interviewed. All applicants will be notified by email after final selection is made. Final candidate
will be required to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States. For positions with a degree required, only degrees received from
an accredited institution will be accepted; accreditation must be recognized by the Office of Degree Authorization, US Department of
Education, as required by ORS 348.609.

Rogue Community College does not discriminate in any programs, activities, or employment
practices on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, use of native language, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or
local laws. For further policy information and for a full list of regulatory specific contact persons visit the following webpage: www.roguecc.edu/nondiscrimination.