Small Business Development Center: Business Consultant (Part Time) - Greenville, SC

Clemson is calling...are you ready to answer the call?

One of the most productive public research universities in the nation, Clemson University attracts and powerfully unites students, faculty and staff whose greatest desire is to make a difference in the lives of others.

Clemson has recently been named a top 25 public college in the country by the Wall Street Journal, a top South Carolina employer by Forbes and a Military Friendly Employer for five years running. Through our research, outreach and entrepreneurial projects, Clemson University and its employees are driving economic development and improving quality of life in South Carolina and beyond.

So,... are you ready?

Job Summary

Provides highly skilled consulting and counseling services to South Carolina small businesses to foster economic development in creating new businesses, expanding existing businesses and developing business opportunities. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Duties

40% - Essential - Consulting - Entrepreneurial Ownership-Focused Guidance: Per the direction of the Greenville Area Manager, assists assigned clients by providing guidance and consultation on strategic positioning; aids clients in the development of a sustainable competitive advantage; assists with the development of individualized project feasibility assessments and consults regarding access to capital. Actively listens to client needs to cater consultation to individual small business plans.

40% - Essential - Consulting - Entrepreneurial Management-Focused Guidance: Per the direction of the Greenville Area Manager, assists clients by providing guidance and consultation to assigned clients regarding ongoing operational management tasks aligned with the functional aspects of the client's specific business model; provides counsel regarding a variety of common functional components of small businesses, including marketing and sales, operations, finance, human resources, and bookkeeping/accounting. Follows-up as needed with clients to ensure ongoing client success.

10% - Essential - Non-Consulting - Seminars and Workshops: Per the direction of the Greenville Area Manager, assists with the implementation of business seminars and or workshops related to client needs per our scope of work.

10% - Essential - Non-Consulting - Operational Administration Support and Professional Development: Per the direction of the Greenville Area Manager and Region and Statewide Consortium standard operating procedures, supports required administrative reporting and/or collaborative team engagement. Successfully obtains minimally required professional development credits per our consortium standards. Stays abreast of current market conditions, per their consulting duties, in support of clients.

Minimum Requirements

Education - 1st Bachelor's Degree

Relevant program experience

Responsibilities

JOB KNOWLEDGE

Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations

Supervisory Responsibilities

No Supervisory Duties - Not responsible for supervising employees.

Budgetary Responsibilities

No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.

Physical Requirements

50% - Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period

50% - Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself

Working Conditions

No Work Conditions

Work Schedule

Standard Hrs: 30

Compensation Information

Expected Hourly Rate: $25/hour

Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.

Essential Personnel Level

Normal Operations

Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.

JOB LOCATION:

Greenville, SC

Application Deadline

February 9, 2026 at 11:59pm EST

Military And Veteran

MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:

Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.

Veteran Preference

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.

To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.

Closing Statement

Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.

Qualifications

Application Instructions

For more information and to apply, visit https://jobs.clemson.edu/psc/ps/JOBS/EXT/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&SiteId=1&FOCUS=Applicant&JobOpeningId=110174&PostingSeq=1

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