Small Business Development Center Director

Job in Toledo, Lucas County, Ohio, 43623, USA

Listing for: Toledo Regional Chamber of Commerce

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-13

Job specializations:

Business
Operations Management, Business Analyst
Management
Program / Project Manager, Operations Management, General Management, Business Analyst

Small Business Development Center Director

Direct the operations of the Small Business Development Center (SBDC). Responsible for managing and developing a team to meet client needs and fulfill grant requirements.

This position cannot be performed remotely.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide one-on-one technical assistance to clients as proposed in the annual SBDC budget and in accordance with grant agreement.

Responsible for the development of annual budget for in accordance with SBDC grant agreement.

Responsible for grant compliance including fiscal and programmatic reporting.

Attend state meetings, training and conferences, as required.

Responsible for marketing the programs and services of the SBDC program.

Responsible for the development of collaborative services with other organizations within the region.

Develop training events and seminars to meet the needs of SBDC clients.

Management and development of the SBDC staff.

Job Specifications:

B.A. or B.S. or Masters Degree in Business Administration or related field. In lieu of a degree, a minimum of seven (7) years experience in either business ownership and operations and/or equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary for this position may be accepted.
This position requires the successful completion of the Certified Business Advisor course regardless of education or experience within the first six (6) months of employment.
Ability to demonstrate competency in business plan development, financial analysis including ratio analysis, developing and interpreting financial statements, market analysis and management assessment.
Strong management skills and experience
Proven ability to work well with clients
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)