ICNC’s Small Business Development Center provides high quality business counseling and technical assistance services to new and emerging companies, working in synergy with the Illinois Entrepreneurship Network.   In its first year and a half of operation, ICNC’s SBDC exceeded state performance measures and earned a reputation for producing results.    ICNC represents over 1,500 companies in the Kinzie Industrial Corridor and provides services which assist in their growth.   ICNC owns and operates a business incubator which houses 100 new and emerging small companies. 

Activities & Responsibilities:

Manage SBDC activities and assume responsibility for all day-to-day operations including provision of counseling/educational services and timely completion of SBDC performance and financial reports.  Specific tasks include but are not limited to: 

• Provide direct business counseling and training to small business owners

• Plan, coordinate and market all SBDC programs and activities

• Supervise and coordinate SBDC counseling and training activities

• Maintain a current reference library, referral list and client data base

• Refer clients to appropriate resources and service providers as necessary

• Maintain client control records and management information system.

• Develop and monitor center's operational budget

• Complete  timely and accurate SBDC reports and work closely with DCEO (funders)

• Consult with area bankers, economic and community development agencies, and local/regional/state agencies to identify and provide technical business assistance.

• Identify potential funding sources

• Work with local business leaders, business organizations, Chambers of Commerce, community leaders and other economic development agencies to promote start-up business in Chicago.

• Work closely with ICNC Executive Director on an ongoing basis to coordinate ICNC/SBDC activities, build team and maximize value to companies.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years providing business development assistance to small companies

• Strong communication, organization, finance and project management skills

• Ability to manage and motivate staff and work in fast-paced, team environment

• Knowledge of entrepreneurship essential; Entrepreneurial experience a plus

• Experience in small business development, manufacturing and marketing and/or experience with SBDC or similar government programs a plus, degree/masters in business preferred.

Position reports to Executive Director.  Competitive salary (commensurate with experience - wide range - from $40 - $50's) and full benefits, including health/dental care and Simple IRA plan. 

Please fax resume to 312-421-1871 or email to joyce@industrialcouncil.com or mail to 2010 W. Fulton St., Suite 280, Chicago, IL  60612. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE!