(CASUAL) HISBDC Center Director (Oahu Office) bei University of Hawaii, HI

About the Department

*** Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University of Hawai'i may apply for Casual Hire positions, which include administrative, professional, and technical (APT) or instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits as provided to regular Board of Regents (BOR) and Civil Service employees. Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees, and up to 1 calendar year for part-time employees. 

Title:                                (CASUAL) HISBDC Center Director (Oahu Office)

Hiring Unit:                      Hawaii Small Business Development Center (SBDC)

Position:                         ***Casual Hire***

Location:                         UH Hilo      

Date Posted:                   10/03/25

Closing Date:                  10/13/25

Salary:                              $84,348/annual

Full time/Part time:          Full-Time

Temporary/Permanent:  Temporary

Other Conditions:   Casual Hire temporary appointment is expected begin October 2025 or soon thereafter.   Not to exceed 89 days.  

Duties: 

1. Deliver high-quality guidance on business planning, accounting, marketing, exporting, and technology commercialization
2. Conduct site visits and tailor sessions to client needs and sophistication levels
3. Assist with loan and grant applications as needed
4. Develop and teach training classes, including curriculum creation and event coordination
5. Organize co-sponsored training events and evaluate participant outcomes
6. Ensure accurate reporting and data management for client services and training activities
7. Monitor Center effectiveness and impact on the local business community
8. Supervise counseling and administrative staff, including performance evaluations and personnel actions
9. Oversee staff development and compliance with institutional and regulatory policies
10. Design and implement work plans aligned with the Hawaii SBDC Network Strategic Plan
11. Represent small business interests through service on boards, committees, and task forces
12. Conduct outreach and maintain relationships with economic development stakeholders and elected officials
13. Participate in ongoing professional development to maintain credentials and enhance expertise
14. Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Business or related field and three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience in business assistance consulting, small business management, or managerial business consulting, including supervisory responsibilities; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
2. Knowledge of the principles and requirements of starting and operating a successful small business in Hawaii or the ability to quickly obtain such knowledge.
3. Excellent communication, teaching, and public speaking skills
4. Proficiency in financial analysis and business planning
5. Prior experience in SBDC or similar programs, or successful ownership/management of a high-performing small business
6. Valid driver’s license and ability to travel for site visits and outreach
7. Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and conduct remote work as needed

Desirable Qualifications:

1. Progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities related to business assistance agency consulting, small business management, or managerial business consulting
2. Minimum three to six years of experience in office or business administration within a business or service-oriented setting 
3. Masters degree in Business or related field from an accredited college or university

To Apply: 

Click on the “Apply” button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach each required document.  A complete application must include: 

1. Cover letter explaining how qualifications are met
2. Resume
3. Names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references
4. Transcript(s) showing degrees and course work appropriate to the position (copies are acceptable; however, original official transcripts will be required prior to employment).  

Please do not include any self-identifying photos.   Please redact references to Social Security number and birthdates on transcript copies.   All requested documents/information will become the property of the University.  All minimum qualifications must be met by the hire date. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Failure to submit all required documents and reference information shall deem an application to be incomplete.

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Inquiries:: Teryn Macayan [email protected]

Please refer to the (Operations Coordinator- HISBDC Center Director - Oahu) Casual Hire when making

Position Duties

The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status.  For more information, visit:  https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/

Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
 
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.
 
Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/   

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