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Small Business Development Center:
The Florida Small Business Development Center at the University of Central Florida (FSBDC at UCF) provides no-cost one-on-one business consulting and business seminars for small business owners.
The FSBDC at UCF serves an eight-county area that includes Brevard, Flagler, Lake, Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Sumter and Volusia counties, and maintains six service center offices in addition to the main office in Orlando. The FSBDC at UCF is a member of the Florida SBDC Network, a statewide service funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Our certified business consultants are what set the FSBDC apart from other service providers. Our trained and experienced consultants are available to discuss ideas and provide personalized, confidential guidance free of charge. Areas in which our consultants can help include: business planning, market research, advertising, financial analysis, loan assistance, recordkeeping, taxes, selling to the government, business valuation, business start-up and more.
The Opportunity:
UCF's SBDC is seeking an experienced Business Development Consultant II to provide general consulting and conduct workshops in Brevard County for small business owners, helping them start, grow and succeed. Consulting assistance includes access to capital, government contracting, marketing, operations, new venture planning, and technical assistance. This position is also expected to support the development and building of relationships with businesses, lenders, and civic organizations while ensuring established goals and objectives are communicated and attained.
This position requires the successful candidate to work at UCF's FSBDC in Eastern Florida State College, Brevard County, and will involve travel between various locations.
Responsibilities:
- Delivers one-on-one business consulting to existing and emerging small businesses, providing expertise across areas including access to capital, accounting and finance, marketing, human resources, operations, new venture planning, and general business technical assistance.
- Cultivates and sustains successful community relations through strategic collaborations with external constituencies, including funding partners, lenders, business organizations, and civic groups, while ensuring established goals and objectives are effectively communicated and attained.
- Supports the planning, development, and implementation of small business educational programs; facilitates business seminars designed to help entrepreneurs start, grow, and succeed.
- Conducts outreach efforts to educate clients, partners, and stakeholders on SBDC services and their impact on the community.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Two (2) years of experience in business management, business consulting, entrepreneurship, or a related field.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to effectively manage a diverse client portfolio.
- Demonstrated ability to recruit and engage clients and develop productive relationships with community partners and stakeholders.
- Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Experience owning or managing a small business.
- MBA or master’s degree in a relevant field.
Additional Application Materials Required:
Consideration will be given to applications that include a resume and cover letter.
When applying, please have all your documents ready to upload at the same time. Once the submission process is finalized, the system does not allow applicants to submit additional documents later.
Special Instructions to the Applicants:
- The anticipated salary range for this position is $64,518 - $68,000. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.
- This is a Contract & Grant (C&G) funded position. Employment is subject to availability of funding and may cease at the time funding for this employment is depleted.
- This position requires the successful candidate to work at UCF's FSBDC in Eastern Florida State College, Brevard County, and will involve travel between various locations.
- All applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, and the university cannot accommodate H‑1B transfers or employment-based visa processing for individuals currently sponsored by another employer.
- Classification Title: Business Development Consultant II
This role requires the successful candidate to work on-site at UCF as their primary work location. On-site presence is an essential function of this role.
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Working at UCF has its perks! UCF offers:
- Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays
- Retirement savings options
- Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions
- Education assistance
- And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.
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Department
Small Business Development CenterWork Schedule
Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM- 5:00 PMType of Appointment
RegularExpected Salary
$64,518.00 to NegotiableJob Posting End Date
10-31-2026-12-00-AMThe University of Central Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.
UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.
For general application or posting questions, please email [email protected].
If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please email [email protected].
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree, or an equivalent combination of education and experience under Florida Statute 112.219(6)
- At least 2 years of relevant experience
- Two years of experience in business management, business consulting, entrepreneurship, or a related field
- Strong organizational and time-management skills for managing a diverse client portfolio
- Ability to recruit and engage clients and develop productive relationships with community partners and stakeholders
- Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills
- Experience owning or managing a small business
- MBA or relevant master's degree
- Ability to work on-site at UCF's FSBDC in Brevard County
- Ability to travel between various locations
- Authorization to work for any U.S. employer without visa sponsorship
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is provided through the State of Florida Group Insurance Program, including medical, dental, vision, basic life, and optional supplemental plans administered via People First. Enrollment timing is clearly defined for new hires, with coverage able to start as soon as the month after hire.
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Retirement Support — Retirement options include the FRS Pension Plan, FRS Investment Plan, and the State University System Optional Retirement Program for eligible roles, plus voluntary 403(b) and 457(b) plans. Reemployment rules and continuation of health/life coverage in retirement are also outlined.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Nine paid holidays are recognized annually, with the possibility of additional paid personal leave days at the President’s discretion, and certain employees receive a personal holiday each year. Faculty also have access to leave programs such as sabbaticals and professional development leave.
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