Title: Small Business Expert – Brewery/Winery Management
Location: Inland Empire Small Business Development Center
Address: 3780 Market Street, Riverside, CA 92501
Salary: $40.00 – $50.00 Hourly
Job Type: Hourly

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Overview

Employment Status: non-benefited, temporary, “non-exempt” position through June 30, 2021. One or more positions available.
 
Salary: $40.00-50.00/hour
 
Work Schedule: up to 19 hours per week. Schedule to be determined but generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Some evenings may be required.
 
Deadline: Open until filled, but will review applications by June 19, 2020.

Summary: The Orange County / Inland Empire Small Business Development Center is a federal program partially funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration & the California Governor’s Office of Business & Economic Development. The SBDC is hosted by CSU, Fullerton and the Orange County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. The purpose of this grant is to provide no-cost technical assistance to entrepreneurs and small business owners in the Orange County. The SBDC is seeking applications for a Small Business Consultant.

 Typical Activities

• Provide SBDC consulting, training and information services in the region to pre-venture, start-up, small and medium size businesses.
• Maintain client database by preparing detailed written assessment and make recommendations for improvements.
• Keep abreast of business trends, techniques, and processes. Work collaboratively with peers and the business community to expand expertise.
• Community outreach responsibilities will include public presentations to key stakeholders and service on appropriate boards and committees related to economic development.
• Travel as required to perform cross county-wide job functions.
• Complete all forms and maintain client files as required by the SBA.
• Document information, assistance, and outcomes of sessions with clients related to consulting and training activities performed by the consultant.
• Provide Center with timely reports related to milestones and success stories of client’s economic outcomes.
• Individual must conduct own lead generation through creating partnerships with cities, chambers of commerce, business associations, etc to find clients.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a business related field is preferred; or equivalent experience in brewery/winery management; or equivalent experience in financial analysis; or Bachelor’s degree in any field with either two years of business management or business ownership. 
• Current or past small business owner – preferred;  owned your own brewery/winery location, preferably multiple locations. 
• Key understanding of small business issues related to brewery/winery operations, cost management, labor management, customer service.
• Ability to consult on things like: Marketing and Branding Your Brewery, Brewery Finance and Accounting, Digital Marketing and Social Media in Craft Beer, Distribution and Sales in Craft Beer, and Business Operations in Craft Beer.

Knowledge & Abilities

Must Have Knowledge 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. Bilingual Spanish preferred; experience working with a SBDC or economic development program.
• Strong financial background and banking experience; SEO WordPress is highly desired.

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.

Supplemental Information

UEC is an EOE – Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. This position will remain open until filled. This is a sensitive position and the selected candidate must successfully pass a thorough background investigation to include a criminal history check and DMV check prior to appointment.

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