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Small Business Expert- Multiple Positions (Food, Growth/Scaling, Manufacturing, Procurement/Contracting, and Retail)/IESBDC (UEC)
California State University, San Bernardino
Job no: 553942
Work type: Auxiliary
Location: Southern California|San Bernardino – San Bernardino Campus
Categories: Bargaining Unit|Excluded,Job Search Category/Discipline|Administrative,Appointment Type|At-Will,Appointment Type|Temporary,Time Basis|Part Time,Workplace Type (Exclude Inst Fac)|On-site (work in-person at business location)
As a Expert Business Consultant, you’ll be at the forefront of economic growth and empowering businesses in our community. Under the minimal supervision of the Director, you’ll work independently to provide guidance, resources, and training to pre-venture, start-up, and small-to-medium-sized businesses. Your contributions will directly impact the success and sustainability of local businesses, making you an essential player in our mission to drive economic development.
About University Enterprises Corporation at CSUSB
(This is not a state position)
University Enterprises Corporation at CSUSB (“UEC”) supports the university’s educational mission by providing quality services that complement the instructional program. The University depends upon UEC to provide services that cannot be supported with state funds. We’re responsible for business enterprises on campus including, but not limited to, dining, bookstore, convenience store, and vending services. We also serve as the grantee for federal, state, and local funding for research and sponsored projects.
Position Summary
Temporary, Staff, Part Time, Non-Benefitted position through December 31, 2026 (Appointment may be renewed annually based upon availability of funds, availability of work and satisfactory job performance).
Salary: $40.00 to $50.00 per hour.
Location: Riverside and San Bernardino Counties – Additional onsite assistance will be required as needed for training outreach offices and conferences within the two counties.
Work Schedule
19 hours per week. Typically Monday through Friday within the hours of 8:00AM to 5:00PM. Some nights and weekends required.
First Review Deadline
This position will remain open until filled.
Individual Position Descriptions:
(Appliants will have the opportunity to select the position(s) they are interested in applying for in the application portal)
Small Business Expert- Food:
As a Small Business Food Expert, you’ll be at the forefront of economic growth and empowering businesses in our community. Under the minimal supervision of the Director, you’ll work independently to provide guidance, resources, and training to pre-venture, start-up, and small-to-medium-sized businesses. Your contributions will directly impact the success and sustainability of local businesses, making you an essential player in our mission to drive economic development.
Experience Highly knowledgeable and detail-oriented Home Food Business Regulatory Specialist to provide expert guidance and compliance oversight for home-based food enterprises in Riverside County and San Bernardino County.
This role requires deep, current expertise in the regulations governing Cottage Food Operations (CFOs) and the Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations (MHKOs) program as implemented by the Riverside and San Bernardino County Department of Environmental Health (RCDEH).
Expert Consultant will be responsible for ensuring that new and existing home food operators achieve and maintain full compliance with all local and state health, operational, and sales requirements.
Small Business Expert- Growth/Scaling:
Specialize in Growth and Scaling for small and micro-sized enterprises. This role focuses on helping businesses with 1 to 50 employees move beyond the startup phase, achieve sustainable revenue growth, and successfully scale their operations and infrastructure. The ideal candidate excels at diagnosing bottlenecks and developing customized, actionable strategies for acceleration.
Key Responsibilities:
Small Business Expert – Manufacturing
The Expert Business Consultant specializes in the unique operational and strategic challenges faced by Small and Micro Business Manufacturers. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in scaling production, optimizing supply chains and managing regulatory compliance, typically employing fewer than 50 people.
Key Responsibilities:
Small Business Expert – Procurement/Contracting:
Business Consultant specializing in Government and Corporate Contracting to focus on guiding businesses through the complex processes of securing and managing B2B (Business-to-Business) and Government (B2G) contracts. The ideal candidate will transform a client’s ability to compete for, win, and successfully execute contracts, serving as a critical resource for their growth into new markets.
Key Responsibilities:
Small Business Expert – Retail:
Business Consultant specializing in Retail Operations and Strategy for small and micro-sized retail establishments (physical stores, pop-ups, and/or small ecommerce ventures). This role is designed to help independent retailers optimize their performance, enhance customer experience, and drive sustainable profitability in a competitive market.
Key Responsibilities:
Typical Activities for all Small Business Expert positions:
Under minimal supervision of the IESBDC Director, the Small Business Expert will work independently to bring their results-driven, ownership-oriented mindset to:
Some travel required within Riverside and San Bernardino counties.
Minimum Qualifications
- Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field is preferred; or equivalent experience in management; or
- Equivalent experience in financial analysis; or Bachelor’s degree in any field with either two years of business management or business ownership.
- Experience:
- MUST HAVE KNOWELDGE OF:
- Basic operations, services and activities of a business assistance program including financing alternatives.
- Methods and procedures used in starting or expanding a business.
- Basic principles of effective supervision.
- Principles and procedures of record keeping and basic report preparation.
- Modern office procedures, methods and equipment including computers and related software.
- English usage spelling, grammar and punctuation.
- Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations governing small businesses.
- Applicants must be sensitive to the needs of a diverse client base.
- Experience working with a SBDC or economic development program.
- Strong financial background and banking experience.
- MUST HAVE ABILITY TO:
- Recommend and implement goals and objectives for providing business assistance services;
- Analyze situations accurately and develop an effective course of action;
- Provide guidance, technical assistance and direction to businesses;
- Effectively teach business management principles and strategies;
- Work independently with limited supervision;
- Use sound judgment; prioritize work to meet schedules and timelines;
- Operate office equipment including computers and supporting software applications;
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing,
- Applicants must have the ability to travel throughout San Bernardino and Riverside Counties as needed.
- MUST HAVE KNOWELDGE OF:
- Other:
- A self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit who thrives in a role with minimal supervision.
- A results-driven leader who is passionate about driving measurable outcomes for businesses and the community.
- A lifelong learner who is curious, adaptable, and eager to grow their expertise.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to inspire confidence in clients and stakeholders.
- Proven experience in business consulting, economic development, or related fields.
Preferred Qualifications
- Current or past small business owner.
- Bilingual Spanish.
Benefits Include:
- Sick pay accural.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
University Enterprises Corporation at CSUSB is committed to a diverse workforce and affirmative action, and is an equal opportunity employer. UEC maintains and promotes a policy of non-discrimination and non-harassment on the basis of race, sex, gender, color, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, medical condition, genetic characteristics, status as a disabled veteran, or disabled veteran of the Vietnam era.
To view the UEC Affirmative Action Program, please contact UEC Human Resources at [email protected] Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm.
As an equal opportunity employer, University Enterprises Corporation at CSUSB (UEC) is committed to a diverse workforce. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access UEC’s career website as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by contacting UEC’s Human Resources Manager at [email protected].
Employment of Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans
Supplemental Information
UEC is an EOE – Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans. This position will remain open until filled. This has been designated as a sensitive position. The selected candidate must successfully pass a thorough background investigation to include a criminal history check prior to appointment.
Applications close:
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