Temporary Business Advisor - Bilingual English​/Spanish

TEMPORARY BUSINESS ADVISOR

Organization:
Hacienda Community Development Corporation
Date Posted:
June 11, 2026

Location:

Portland, OR
Position Type:
Full-Time;
Non-Exempt;
Temporary
Primary

Job Functions:

Small business development, business advising
Language Requirements:
Bilingual English/Spanish

Educational Requirements:

Other
Experience Requirements: 2 years
Salary Range: $26.50 - $27.50/hour

Benefits:
This is a temporary position ineligible for our benefits package as described below.

Hacienda CDC, a trusted community development corporation that strengthens individuals and families through affordable housing, holistic services, and advocacy, is searching for a Temporary
Business Advisor to be inspired by the entrepreneurial spirit of the Portland Metro, to empower members of the community to turn their dreams and ideas into reality.

When you join the Empresarios team at Hacienda CDC, you join a team that is dedicated to helping small food business owners from underserved communities achieve financial stability. Your position will focus on providing one‑on‑one coaching by supporting clients with business and marketing plans, financial stability, obtaining necessary licenses, and more.

The ideal candidate will have prior experience managing or owning a food or beverage‑related business and will be bilingual in English and Spanish
. They will be a go‑getter who excels at actively listening, being resourceful, and eager to find new ways to help ideas fly. They will show commitment and appreciation for their clients and the diverse backgrounds they come from.

• A mission focused on connecting low‑income households and communities of color to new opportunities that support youth, families, and people on their journeys to start a business or buy a home.
• A team with a genuine interest and enthusiasm for food businesses and their clients, and sees the potential in each of them.
• An opportunity for you to make a lasting impact on individual small‑business owners.

• Providing direct coaching and support to those wanting to start or grow their food‑related businesses.
• Meeting with clients to assess their needs and develop action plans.
• Offering support in business and marketing plan development, and other related business development requirements.
• Aid business owners in obtaining business registrations, licenses, and other required documentation.
• Help clients assess business viability and guide them on accessing capital.
• Advise clients on maintaining financial records and maintaining compliant record‑keeping systems.
• Develop and deliver curriculum at small‑business‑related educational workshops.

• A minimum of two years’ experience in small business ownership or management, entrepreneurship, marketing, finances, or a related field.
• Experience in the food industry is strongly preferred.
• A commitment to being resourceful and providing outstanding customer service.
• A team player who takes a high level of responsibility.
• Comfort with public speaking.
• The ability to connect and work effectively across cultural and socio‑economic differences.
• Be proactive in taking initiative, prioritizing tasks, meeting deadlines, and remaining accountable.
• The ability to speak, write, and understand Spanish.
• Tech‑savvy, with prior experience using MS Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint) and databases/CRM software (Salesforce, Air Table, or similar).

• A bachelor’s degree in a business‑related field or work experience in a food‑industry‑related field.
• Experience in leading and facilitating workshops and educational programming.
• Background in food, economic development, community development, and entrepreneurship.
• Familiarity with the resources available for small businesses in Portland, Oregon.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications as described in a job description. Hacienda CDC is committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization, and we strongly encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the…