New job Government Contracting Business Consultant in South Carolina | 2021

Government Contracting Business Consultant

Company : University of South Carolina
Salary : $22 - $25 an hour
Location : South Carolina

Full Description

Posting Number
TMP00462PO21

Classification Title
Program Coordinator II

Advertised Title
Government Contracting Business Consultant

Campus
Columbia

College/Division
Darla Moore School of Business

Department
DMSB Small Business Development Center

Salary
$22 - $25 hourly

Location of Vacancy
Charleston, SC

Part/Full Time
Part Time

Hours per Week
22.5

Work Schedule

Standard working schedule: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with an hour for lunch. Monday through Friday workweek. Specifics of hours and days to be determined.

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Normal business hours and may include some evening or weekend hours for special events.

Job Search Category
Other Professional

Advertised Job Summary

An SBDC Business Consultant provides counseling and delivers programs to individuals, businesses, communities, organizations and other public agencies in his/her assigned geographic territory. In addition to general business consulting knowledge, a Government Contracting Business Consultant must have a working knowledge of Federal, State, and Local Government Contracting Arenas, a broad base of business knowledge, excellent research and analytical skills, be a creative thinker to assist with problem-solving, and have the ability to effectively manage multiple projects and clients simultaneously. These duties require the integration of business theory and practice, thus necessitating professional development activities and specific SBDC training.

Consultants of the SBDC work collaboratively with private-sector businesses to become leaders and instructors in the local business community. They must develop specific and relevant areas of expertise within the arena of business development, and apply this knowledge through creation of new training programs, consulting tools, and research projects that are responsive to the needs of the specific business community served.

Applicants for this position must have a good working knowledge of basic business tools to include financial analysis, business research, marketing, and accounting, and be proficient in the use of computers and MS Office. Applicant will provide specialized assistance to individuals and business seeking contracting opportunities and/or performing on contracts with DOD , other federal agencies, or state and local governments. Aids South Carolina businesses to become more competitive in the government contracting arena. Consultants must be comfortable speaking in public to represent the SBDC at functions as varied as educational workshops and Chamber of Commerce events, and in speaking with a diverse group of individuals such as bankers, government officials and resource providers.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in a Business related discipline required and related experience.

Work experience in the Local, State, and/or Federal Government as a Contracting Officer or similar work experience preferred..

Number of Vacancies
1

Desired Start Date
04/01/2021

Proposed End Date
12/17/2021

Job Open Date
03/24/2021

Job Close Date
05/31/2021

Open Until Filled
No

Special Instructions to Applicant

This position is located in Charleston, SC and the majority of the hours are expected to be in the office with the possibility of some remote work.

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

This position will close on Monday, May 31, 2021. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/95226

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.

Position Attributes

Safety/Security Sensitive or Requires a CDL
No

Hazardous weather category
Non-Essential

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Cover Letter

Resume

List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents

Letter of Recommendation 1

Letter of Recommendation 2

Letter of Recommendation 3

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