Business Development Specialist

Serves as the Business Development Specialist for the Maryland Business Opportunities Center (MBOC), the University of Maryland's (UMD) central hub for supporting efforts across the state to start, grow, and sustain businesses owned by minorities, women, and other underserved communities. The Business Development Specialist is responsible for building strong relationships with clients, SBDC Maryland, and statewide business resource providers. The ideal candidate should be assertive, highly motivated, confident, analytical, and an excellent business consultant.

This position reports directly to the MBOC Director. The incumbent has independent judgment and latitude in the performance of duties. The position will service businesses across the state to start, grow, and sustain small businesses owned by minorities, women, and other underserved business owners in underserved communities.

Must be a self-starter, able to interact and assist MBOC staff and University personnel. Works under minimal supervision.

Must be able to work with multiple deadlines and have problem-solving capabilities efficiently. Communicates in writing, through personal contact, and via the telephone. Receives guests and dignitaries.

The MBOC is a highly dynamic and interactive work environment involving multi-disciplinary projects over varying and often tight schedules. The position works closely with program clients self-generated, referred, or assigned by the MBOC Director. Interacts regularly with the MBOC Director and staff to ensure that information is exchanged, and projects are coordinated across the Maryland area.

Interacts closely with MBOC personnel and UMD staff working on assigned business development projects. May oversee student staff as needed. Maintains a relationship and rapport with MBOC, SBDC, Apex Accelerator, VBOC, and UMD staff to ensure technical support is called upon as clients' needs dictate.