Area Director-Rome

Position Summary

Would you like to have an impact on your community and make adifference? Are you committed to service? Are you a strategic thinker with strong business acumen and leadership experience? Do you excel at managing teams, analyzing complex business challenges, and driving results? The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (SBDC) in Rome, GA is seeking a highly motivated individual for a management-level public service faculty position dedicated to helping Georgia businesses grow and prosper.

We seek a skilled professional for a management-level public service faculty position focused on business development and operational leadership, dedicated to helping Georgia businesses grow and prosper.

As an Area Director, you will apply your broad base of business knowledge to deliver high-impact consulting, training, and strategic guidance to small businesses across your assigned territory. Responsibilities also include managing the Rome SBDC territory and office personnel. You will lead the daily operations of the Rome office, supervise, and ensure program excellence within the Rome County SBDC service area.

This position involves multi-county travel and offers the opportunity to apply your expertise in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

The salary is $90,000 with a comprehensive benefits package, including a defined benefits retirement plan.

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America andis the state’s flagship university https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Theproof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGAis currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S.News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.

UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff.

The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over
31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges,including our newly established School of Medicine.

Position Details Classification Title

Public Service Professional AC

Faculty Rank

Open Rank

Contract Type

Fiscal (12 mo.)

Tenure Status

Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in business related field.

Additional Requirements

Please see the UGA guidelines for Public Service and Outreach Academic Ranks at /

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

• Three years’ experience of position-related responsibilities is necessary.
• A solid business education is required to consult with and train small business owners and entrepreneurs.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• A background in team management, financial analysis, business strategy, or entrepreneurship is highly desirable.
• Ideal candidates will bring a solid foundation in business theory and practice, along with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• This role requires strong analytical capabilities, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Is this a Position of Trust?

No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 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

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