POOL Small Business Advisor

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applications submitted to this recruitment pool are reviewed on an as needed basis. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions become available.

In addition to completing the online application, applicants must attach the following documents when applying:

• Unofficial Academic Transcript showing qualifying degree.

Transcripts from institutions outside of the United States must be accompanied by an international credential agency evaluation. Click here for a list of agencies who perform this service.

U.S. Veterans must attach proof of Veteran Status to their application to qualify for veteran’s consideration
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This posting is for a pooled position. Application submissions for “[ POOL ]” positions are accepted on an ongoing basis to ensure a continuous and ready pool of qualified candidates for immediate review when the need arises. If/when a position becomes available, the College will review applications from this pool, and interview candidates whose qualifications best match the specific opening.

Applicants must reapply to the pool annually to maintain their active status in the pool.

Assist small business owners on a one-to-one basis with a wide variety of business management challenges. Flexibility to meet schedules of clients in Linn and Benton counties.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of BA/BS degree in Business or a related field. Candidates who have not achieved this level of education may be considered with significant documented experience in a Business-related field.
• Demonstrated understanding of the challenges faced by small business owners and how to help them overcome these challenges is critical.
• Applicant should have experience owning a small business, managing a small business or advising small business owners. Good knowledge of a wide variety of business management skills is important, but applicants with a specific technical skill such as graphic design, computer software, accounting, engineering, etc. are encouraged to apply.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Position requires a self-starter who is able to work effectively with a wide variety of people.

Preferred qualifications not listed.

Work is performed in an office or classroom setting with minimal exposure to safety or health hazards.

Linn-Benton Community College is a Fair Chance employer committed to inclusive hiring practices.

We welcome applications from individuals with a broad range of lived experiences, including those who have been involved with the justice system. If you are selected as a finalist, a conditional job offer will be contingent upon the successful completion of job-related pre-employment checks. These may include a background check, sex offender registry checks, motor vehicle history check, civil records checks, or other relevant screenings.

Please note that background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check process, please reach out to Human Resources at mercerh
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LBCC is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * LBCC requires all employees to maintain a primary physical residence within the State of Oregon. Remote work is not available to individuals residing outside Oregon. If you are currently located out-of‑state, are you willing to relocate to Oregon before your work assignment begins?
  • I am currently a resident of the State of Oregon
  • Yes - I am willing to relocate to the State of Oregon if I am offered the position
  • No - I am only interested in remote work
• * Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for a work visa?
  • Yes - I will need future work sponsorship for a work visa
  • No - I will not need future work sponsorship for a work visa