Position Information
Posting Number SRGV6924Working Title BUSINESS ADVISOR Number of Vacancies 1 Location Laredo, TX Department Business Development FTE 1 FLSA Exempt Scope of Job
To work with businesses and collaborate with resource partners, providing business advising and related support, and assist in the implementation of outreach and training events to promote center services and offer business development opportunities. To provide technical business development skills to the department and work with resource partners to assist small businesses.
Description of Duties
Supervision Received
Specific supervision from assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given
Direct supervision of assigned support staff.
Required Education
Bachelor's degree from an accredited University in Business, Public Administration or a closely related field.
Preferred Education
Master's in Business or Public Administration
Licenses/Certifications
N/A
Required Experience
Two (2) years of experience in business, management, marketing, consulting, training or a related field.
Preferred Experience
Purchasing experience in a state agency, school district, or University. Knowledge of State Purchasing Policies and Guidelines.
Equipment
Use of standard office equipment. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Working Conditions
Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Primarily assigned to an Office environment. Position includes 40% travel within the South Texas area.
Other
May be required to work night and/ or weekends. Some travel might be required. Exceptional planning and organizational skills.
Physical Capabilities
N/A
Employment Category Full-Time Minimum Salary Commensurate with Experience Posted Salary Commensurate with Experience Position Available Date 07/25/2023 Grant Funded Position Yes If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date 03/31/2024
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Special Instructions to Applicants
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Additional Information
UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the Chief Human Resources Officer.
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