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Small Business Development Center Director
Sales & Business Development
Toledo, OH, USA
Posted on Jul 12, 2026
Application review begins Monday July 20, 2026
General Summary: 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)