General Business Counselor
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated, or Justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for Which they may be qualified.
Please Note:
- A criminal background check will be conducted on the candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.
- If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants.
- Salary will be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
- Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.
- Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.
- Your application for the position will not be completed until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.
- If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834.
Position Details
Classification Information
| Position Classification Title |
Community Development Professional, Specialist |
| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Position Class |
89652 |
Position Overview
| Position Summary |
Are you passionate about supporting local entrepreneurs and small businesses?
Join the Ramily! The Small Business and Technology Development Center (
SBTDC) at Winston-Salem State University (
WSSU) is seeking a General Business Counselor. The General Business Counselor (
GBC) will be responsible for assisting pre-venture, and small/medium-sized businesses with a variety of issues including, but not limited to financial analysis, market analysis, personnel recruitment/management, growth planning, etc. The
GBC will interact in a guidance capacity, acting more like a coach than a consultant, building relationships with clients and acting as a trusted advisor. This role will work with a broad spectrum of for-profit businesses, not specific to market sector or business model. The
SBTDC assists clients through one-on-one counseling and co-counseling, connecting them with the internal resources of the
SBTDC and collaborating with partners offering resources in the local and regional entrepreneurial ecosystems. This position involves 25% travel, mostly local with mileage reimbursement.
Responsibilities of the General Business Counselor include:
- Administer and manage a portfolio of clients, providing confidential, in-depth business counseling, training, research and technical assistance services to small to medium sized enterprises and new business start ups
- Advise prospective and existing business owners on a variety of topics such as management, marketing, and finances
- Assist clients in the development of business plans and financial analysis, provide analysis of business operations and financial statements with recommendations for improvements
- Identify and assess client business issues, anticipate potential problems, project outcomes and impacts, and research and present options or solutions for clients' needs
- Review written plans provided by clients to advise them on improvements
- Develop and conduct training programs for clients, including preparation of objectives and provision of instructions
- Coach clients to help them find solutions to their business challenges, including strategic planning, systems and process development, research, inventory and human resource management and market expansion
- Develop, maintain, and enhance professional relationships with clients and partners of the SBTDC at WSSU
- Promote and market the SBTDC at WSSU in a six-county region and inform potential clients of the benefits of SBTDC services
- Maintain client records in the database and prepare reports as requested
- Participate in student outreach through a variety of activities, including mentoring interns or working with professors and students on class projects
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Position Information
| Position Number |
211385 |
| Working Position Title |
General Business Counselor |
| Building and Room No. |
R. J. Reynolds Center, Room 108 |
| Appointment Type |
Permanent Full-Time |
| If Time Limited. |
No |
| Appointment Length. |
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Requirements and Preferences
| Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies |
Not Mandatory |
| Normal Work Schedule |
8:00 am- 5:00 pm daily, occasional after 5:00pm |
| Department Required Skills |
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
- Three to four years of experience in a similar role
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| Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education |
- Fluent in Spanish
- Experience with entrepreneurship and small business management
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| Required License or Certification |
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| Valid US Driver's License |
Yes |
| Commercial Driver's License Required |
No |
| Physical Required |
No |
| List any other medical/drug tests required |
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Posting Details
Posting Details
| Internal Posting Only |
No |
| Time Limited Position |
No |
| Appointment Length |
|
| Salary |
Commensurate with education and experience |
| Open Date |
02/19/2026 |
| Close Date |
03/18/2026 |
| Open Until Filled |
No |
| Special Instructions Summary |
Our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated, or Justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for Which they may be qualified.
Please Note:
- A criminal background check will be conducted on the candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.
- If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants.
- Salary will be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
- Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.
- Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.
- Your application for the position will not be completed until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.
- If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834.
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Supplemental Questions
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How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Public Job Posting
- Internal Job Posting
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- Website
- Other
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- References List
Optional Documents
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Letter of Reference 1
- Letter of Reference 2
- Letter of Reference 3
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Winston Salem State University
Commensurate with education and experience
mileage reimbursement
Feb 19, 2026