Business Instructional Advisor

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POSITION SUMMARY: Date application must be received for priority consideration by: February 25, 2026 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date: March 1, 2026 Closing Date or if blank, Open Until Filled: Job Family Group: Administrative and Professional Division/Department: School of Business/PIER Grant Compensation Range (commensurate with experience): $27.59 -$30.30/hourly FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Appointment Basis: 12-month Time Type: Part-time - 15 hours per week Benefits Eligible: No Renewable/Non-renewable/Grants/Limited Duration/Temporary: Temporary Temporary Position with an anticipated end date of October 30, 2028 This position must possess and maintain a current, valid Driver License: Yes This position is designated as a critical, security-sensitive or safety-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal Background Check: Yes Lead Work/Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes Work Location Type: Hybrid Work Hours: Hours vary Worker Status: Must be able to legally work in the United States without visa sponsorship SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: Each applicant is required to provide (as attachments to the online application) the following supplemental documents: (1) a letter providing some detail of the applicant's qualifications and interest in the position; and (2) current resume/CV. - PLEASE NOTE - during the application process, you will be prompted to attach these documents in the area titled "Resume." Please either combine ALL documents into ONE attachment, OR upload each item separately in this section. Failure to upload ALL of the required documents may disqualify application from consideration. For inquiries and additional information, please contact Human Resource Services via email at hrs@sou.edu or by phone at (541)552-8553. POSITION DESCRIPTION: The PIER (Planning, Infrastructure and Economic Revitalization) part-time Business Instructional Advisor position supports the operations of the PIER Grant through the provision of professional instruction and advice to entrepreneurs and companies throughout the burn-scar region who are interested in building their operations. The burn-scar consists of the towns of Talent, Phoenix and Shady Cove in Jackson County, OR. While performing duties independently and under general supervision from the PIER Director, the Business Instructional Advisor maintains high levels of integrity, confidentiality and service to the clients who come to us for education, advice and assistance. The Business Instructional Advisor works within guidelines established by SOU, and the PIER Grant Agreement between SOU and OHCS. Additional data collection and reporting responsibilities under this project include household income surveys to determine LMI (Low to Moderate Income) service provision and using creativity in service promotion and development to affect the LMI business community to the greatest extent as it rebuilds post-cataclysmic fire damage from the 2020 Straight-line and Obenchain fires. Business development education classes formation and delivery are integral to this position. This position is supported by grant funds and employment is contingent upon the continuation of funding. In the event of a loss or reduction of funding, appointments supported by these sources may be terminated without advance notice. Minimum Requirements A Bachelor's of Science or Arts in business, marketing, information technology, economics, communications or a closely related field; Private business experience as either an owner, a manager / director, or as an executive; Prior experience working in community-based organizations, such as Chambers of Commerce, SCORE, Small Business Development Centers or other non-profit organization devoted to business development; Two years' experience and knowledge of business assessment practices; Knowledge of business lending practices and coaching businesses to be ready to make funding requests; Experience in developing and presenting business development information to groups of people in an instructor's role. Note: Some exceptions to the education requirement may be made for certain specialty skills or advanced capabilities that have been developed through a combination of prior employment and industry technical training, with demonstrated competence. Preferred Requirements A Master's degree in a business or technical area from an accredited academic institution; Experience with CRM or Enterprise Systems software; Experience instructing students at either the Community College or University levels as regular or adjunct faculty. Essential Functions Duties - The following examples are typical work activities that are meant to illustrate the general range of work functions and are not meant to be all-inclusive or restrictive: (90%) Duties Include Serve as lead Instructional Adviser to the burn-scar communities' LMI businesses; Provide professional client advising services according to SOU and PIER standards; Ent