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Position Title Hispanic/Latinx Outreach Business Advisor Classification Title T1 Hourly rate, Stipend, or Load Unit $36 - $40/hr based on experience Close Date Position Type/Employee Class Temporary PT Hourly Instructor Status Not applicable Overtime Eligible Non-Exempt FLSA Status Campus Location Bend Primary Purpose The Hispanic/Latinx Outreach Business Advisor is responsible for advising, training, and aiding entrepreneurs and small business owners whose native language is Spanish. The advisor will also assist in identifying other sources of expertise in the community to assist business clients with their specific needs. In addition, she/he will partner with local organizations, business technical service providers, and economic and community development agencies to articulate Latino program offerings, participate in a regional referral network. Essenatial Duties and Responsibilities Provide business advising and problem solving to area businesses: Meet with business owners and prospective business owners one-on-one. Listen to business owner’s specific problems and analyze the critical problems. Provide recommendations and actions to be taken. Create action plans, next steps and follow-up. Refer clients to other sources of expertise in the community. Facilitate referrals between clients and professional, technical, and government service providers.

Grow COCC-SBDC’s Hispanic/Latinx presences through growth of clients advised, courses offered, and programs offered. Partner with the director to translate Hispanic/Latinx business community educational needs into course offerings. Translate instructional and marketing material from English to Spanish. Teach a variety of courses in Spanish which may include, but are not limited to: Starting Your Business in Central Oregon, Empresas en Marcha (Businesses on the Move), Early Child Education Business Accelerator, CCB-Test Preparation. These courses may be taught in COCC classrooms, at partner locations or via video conferencing. Develop and revise training curriculum, marketing materials and business assistance tools, as needed. Provide community outreach and communications to the Hispanic/Latinx community in Central Oregon. Partner with COCC’s marketing and public relationship for appropriate Hispanic/Latinx marketing communications e.g. social networking, Constant Contact email campaigns. Work with the director to develop and execute COCC SBDC Annual Workplan. Record all client interactions in the OSBDCN database within one week of meetings. Marginal Job Functions: Learn of new and available business tools and resources. Attend community events on behalf of the SBDC. Attend webinars for professional development. Department Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies. A broad knowledge of business issues and topics including finance/accounting, sales, marketing, operations and management. Ability to empathize with clients and quickly translate experience into practical advice. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in both English and Spanish. Ability to prioritize activities and projects. Ability to match small business needs with available programs and resources. Ability to work with individuals of diverse economic, social and educational backgrounds. Available to occasionally travel around the district to meet with businesses on-site. Knowledge of basic office technology, computer software programs and the Internet. Ability to effectively use email, internet, word processing, and spreadsheets. Ergonomic Requirements Regular office hours are established between 8 am – 5 pm during the workweek. A flexible work schedule, including nights and weekends, may be necessary due to the nature of the responsibilities.Incumbent must be able to function effectively indoors in an office environment engaged in work of primarily a sedentary nature. Requires the ability to work at a workstation for extended periods. Requires to write, read written materials and computer screens, and ability to use telephonic conversations. Occasional lifting up to 25lbs. All individuals are required to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Minimum Requirements Level 1: Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or related field. Ownership and/or operation of a small business. Bi-Lingual in both English and Spanish languages.

Level 2:In addition to level 1: Master’s in business administration or related field. 1-3 years of prior experience in business advising. Level 3:In addition to level 2:4 or more years of prior experience in business advising. Equivalency Statement The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process. Preferred Qualifications Consulting or training experience with small businesses. Specialized training in business development, economic development, community development, marketing strategies, government contracts/ procurement and/or e-commerce strategies. EEO Statement The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.
This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.

In support of COCC’s EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting. Supplemental Questions

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* What is your highest level of education? No High School Diploma or GED High School Diploma or GED Professional Certification or License (not a degree) Associates Degree Bachelors Degree in Progress Bachelors Degree Masters Degree In Progress Masters Degree Ph.D. in Progress Ph.D. J.D. M.D. Other Doctorate Level Degree * The College recognizes the value of skills, knowledge, and experience gained outside of formal education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum education and/or experience requirements but possess other qualifications or experience they feel are equivalent are encouraged to apply. Check the applicable box(es) below and explain in the next question why your feel your education/experience should be considered equivalent. I meet all minimum requirements (education and experience) listed for this position. I do not meet the minimum education degree requirement(s). For example, the position requires a Bachelor's degree, I have an Associate's degree. My degree is not in the required stated area(s). For example, the position requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, I have a Bachelor's degree in another area. I have less than the minimum years' experience in the area(s) required. * As a follow up to the previous question, explain how your education/experience should be considered equivalent to the minimum requirements. If you feel you meet all the stated minimum requirements, please put N/A.

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* The College is NOT able to support Visa applications for this position. Applicants must already be eligible to work and have the ability to arrive in the United States without the College’s support to be considered for this position. Are you, or will you be eligible to work and have the ability to arrive in the United States without the College’s support by the start date of this position? Yes No * COCC employees must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed. Are you, or will you be residing in the state of Oregon by the start date of this position? Yes No In support of COCC’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, bilingual fluency in English and another language is considered a plus: Please list any languages other than English in which you are fluent (read and write)

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* Are you a U.S. military veteran? COCC provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. To receive veterans' preference in this recruitment process, you must upload your DD214 and 215 (215 if applicable) or certification that you expect to be honorably discharged from the military within 120 days of certifying veteran status as supporting documentation. You will have the opportunity to upload the document(s) in the next step of this application process. Yes, I am a veteran No, I am not a veteran If you have identified yourself as a qualified veteran or disabled veteran by submitting your DD214 and DD215 (if applicable) form(s) as proof of veteran status, please describe any transferable skills earned during your military service that you feel relate to the requirements/preferences of this position.

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* Background checks are required for all employees of COCC. Should an offer of employment be made to you and accepted by you, you will receive an email from COCC / HireRight Screening requesting your consent and basic information to complete the check. The offer of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory completion of the criminal background check. Confirmed findings on a criminal background check will not automatically disqualify you from being hired into a position. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, considering the job responsibilities and other risk factors. Additional information regarding COCC’s criminal history check policy can be found online in the General Procedures Manual, Section HR-2-1. Please indicate here if you will provide consent to the criminal history check when requested by the College Yes, I will provide my consent when requested No, I will not provide my consent when requested Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume/Vitae Cover Letter College Transcript 1 (unofficial) Optional Documents US Military DD 214