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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Capital Access Consultant - Boca Raton, FL.

The Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Florida Atlantic University offers high-level consulting and training to small and medium-sized businesses in Broward and Palm Beach Counties. The Capital Access Consultant provides specialized consulting and advisory services to small businesses and entrepreneurs seeking funding solutions.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Provide one-on-one consulting to small business owners on financial strategies and capital access.Assist clients in preparing loan packages, business plans, financial projections, and funding applications.Guide businesses through the process of securing bank loans, SBA loans, venture capital, angel investments, and grant funding.Conduct financial analysis and risk assessments to improve clients’ creditworthiness and funding success.Advise clients on financial management, cash flow, and loan repayment strategies.Establish and maintain relationships with financial institutions, investors, government agencies, and alternative lenders.Collaborate with banks, credit unions, and other funding entities to create capital access opportunities.Partner with local economic development organizations to expand funding resources for small businesses.Develop and deliver workshops, webinars, and training sessions on capital access topics.Educate small business owners on financial literacy, loan readiness, and investment preparation.Create educational materials and resources for SBDC clients on financing options and best practices.Maintain detailed notes taken during each consulting engagement and enter directly into the SBDC CRM platform.Track and report in Salesforce capital access impact secured by clients as a result of consulting effortsSupport SBDC grant reporting requirements by documenting client successes and outcomes.Client scheduling will be conducted by the consultant after receiving client contact information from the SBDC.

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Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree from an accredited institution in the specialization of commercial lending, small business finance, investment, or economic development or a related field and 3 years of experience; or a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in the specialization of commercial lending, small business finance, investment, or economic development or a related field and 5 years of experience required.

Salary:

$1,302.68 - $1,379.31 weekly.

College or Department:

OPS - DOR: Small Business Development Center

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Application Deadline:

2025-03-05

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Temporary positions are not established positions and are paid from OPS funds. Temporary positions are usually not eligible for benefits and retirement; however, they may be eligible for health insurance coverage depending on the average hours worked per week. They provide full-time or part-time employment in an exempt or non-exempt employment situation based on job duties and salary in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Temporary positions do not have layoff rights and may be terminated without prior notice. Applicants hired into Temporary positions may apply for a regular appointment should a vacancy become available.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume
Cover letter



OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants or other available accommodations, please email accommodate@fau.edu or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561) 297-3004.