Director of Entrepreneurial Development revised: February 2017

Job Description

Job Title: Director of Entrepreneurial Development
Reports to: Executive Vice President – Economic Futures Group
Location: Spartanburg, SC
FLSA Classification:Non-Exempt
Position Summary:
The Director ofEntrepreneurial Development (DED) serves in two primary capacities.
  1. The DED will be responsible for administering and implementing small business and entrepreneurial programming for the Economic Futures Group (EFG).
  2. The DED will also be responsible for administering the day-to-day operations of the Spartanburg Angel Network (SAN).
Position Responsibilities: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND TASKS TO BE PERFORMED INCLUDE(estimated monthly time%)
  • Lead all activities of the Spartanburg Entrepreneurial Resource Network (SERN). Duties includes: gathering and utilizing input from partnering entities (Ex. Service Core of Retired Executives, Small Business Development Center, Spartanburg Community College, USC-Upstate School of Business, and Wofford College), coordinating resources, formulating, executing, and tracking defined and measurable objectives. (30%)
  • Seek sources of grant funding and work with SERN to disseminate funds to effective initiatives designed to grow our entrepreneurial community. (15%)
  • Provide direct consultation services to prospective and existing small businesses and entrepreneurs in Spartanburg County. (10%)
  • Develop, implement and support initiatives designed to create a healthy entrepreneurial ecosystem in Spartanburg County. (10%)
  • Partner with the Upstate Angel Network to grow the number of accredited SAN investors and the overall scope and effectiveness of the entity. (5%)
  • Plan, coordinate, secure financial support for, and implement an annual forum/summit focused on entrepreneurism. (5%)
  • In concert with the Director of Marketing, develop a strategy to market entrepreneurial activities and resources to internal and external markets. (5%)
  • In concert with the Chamber, assist with the Small Business Council (5%)
  • Research best practices from similar programs and bring recommendations to leadership. (5%)
  • Represent SERN and SAN at local, regional and national levels as appropriate.(5%)
  • Additional duties as assigned.(5%)
Essential Skills and Experience:MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS NECESSARY TO PERFORM THIS ROLE INCLUDE
  • Banking, business development, marketing or related experience (preference is for 5+ years)
  • A Bachelor’s degree in a related field
  • Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and presentation)
  • Strong business acumen
  • Excellent project management skills from project initiation to execution
  • Ability to consult entrepreneurs in business planning, regulatory considerations, and financing
  • Proven track record of exceptional customer service
  • Results focused with the ability to develop and execute strategic plans (metric)
  • Ability to work both independently and on diverse and dynamic teams
  • Ability to think strategically about fundraising and capital opportunities for local entrepreneurs
  • Proficient using all MS office programs
  • Ability to work nights and weekends to accommodate after hours meetings and events
  • Ability to travel locally and regionally
Beneficial Skills and Experience: IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE THESE SKILLS,EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE
  • Five (5) years banking, business development or related experience
  • MBA or related advanced degree or certification (economic development, business, banking, etc.)
  • Previous experience working with volunteer boards or non-profits
  • Grant writing and/or administration experience and other non-profit fundraising experience
  • Previous event planning experience
Mental and Physical Demands (per ADA guidelines):
Mental & Physical Demands- ADA Guidelines
Physical Demands / C / F / O / N/A / Lifting Requirements / C / F / O / N/A
Stand / X / 10 pounds or less / X
Walk / X / 11 to 20 pounds / X
Sit / X / 21 to 50 pounds / X
Handling / Fingering / X / 51 to 100 pounds / X
Reach Outward / X / > than 100 pounds / X
Reach Above Shoulder / X / Pushing & Pulling Requirements / C / F / O / N/A
Climb / X / 12 pounds or less / X
Crawl / X / 13 to 25 pounds / X
Squat or Kneel / X / 26 to 40 pounds / X
Bend / X / 41 to 100 pounds / X
Other: / > than 100 pounds / X
Definitions
C / Constantly / Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)
F / Frequently / Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
O / Occasionally / Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
N/A / Not Applicable / Activity is not applicable to this occupation

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