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Assistant Regional Director, NJSBDC

Job in Hackensack, Bergen County, New Jersey, 07601, USA
Listing for: Fairleigh Dickinson University
Full Time, Per diem position
Listed on 2025-12-01
Job specializations:
  • Business
    Business Management, Business Analyst, Business Administration
  • Management
    Business Management, Business Analyst, Business Administration
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This position provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes: health/dental/RX/vision insurance, paid time off, retirement plan contributions, employer paid life insurance and long term disability benefits, as well as various voluntary benefits including but not limited to supplemental life insurance, commuter benefits, long term care, and FSA / HSA.

Status:
Full-Time

Months Worked: 12 Month

Responsibilities
  • The Assistant Regional Director for the New Jersey Small Business Development Center at FDU provides high-level support to the Regional Director in the strategic and operational management of the Center, overseeing daily operations, supervising key projects and initiatives, coordinating with stakeholders, managing data and performance metrics, supervising consultants and staff, and representing the Center in key internal and external engagements.
  • The ARD is a highly visible role responsible for community outreach, stakeholder engagement, and business advocacy throughout the Center’s service region, particularly in Bergen County.
  • Support campus initiatives to foster student entrepreneurship, connecting students with real-world business experiences and resources through programs such as Bring Your Own Business (BYOB), entrepreneurship speaker series, and student-led business showcases.
  • Lead youth entrepreneurship outreach initiatives across the region in partnership with local schools, nonprofit partners, and business organizations.
  • Deliver client services, develop programs, maintain funding compliance, and ensure smooth execution of business development initiatives.
  • Uphold the values and mission of the SBA, NJSBDC network and Fairleigh Dickinson, conducting all responsibilities with professionalism and confidentiality.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree required;
    Master’s degree in a relevant Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field strongly preferred.
  • At least five (5) years of professional experience in business consulting, economic development, nonprofit administration, higher education, or small business management.
  • Capable of high-level decision-making, managing multiple projects and deadlines, and identifying and recommending opportunities for Center growth.
  • Demonstrated experience with program management, grant compliance, or public sector project implementation.
  • Proficient in project management, data analysis, and performance-based reporting.
  • Experience supervising teams, managing client services, and working in partnership with government or academic institutions.
  • Working knowledge of small business operations, financial management, marketing, and entrepreneurship practices.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data management systems; familiarity with CRM or grant reporting platforms (e.g., Center

    IC) is preferred.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to produce reports, presentations, and outreach materials with minimal supervision. Skilled in stakeholder communication and public speaking; comfortable engaging with a variety of business and government audiences.
  • Ability to serve diverse populations of business owners with empathy, professionalism, and discretion and maintain a customer-focused attitude.
  • Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends for events and community outreach.
  • Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check. Candidates for hire will be required to sign a waiver authorizing the background check and produce a Social Security Card.
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    Posting Date

    Posting Date: 09/10/2025

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