Graduate Assistant for Small Business Development Center

Job Title Graduate Assistant for Small Business Development Center Position Type Student Division Academic Affairs Department Small Business Development Center Job Description

This posting will remain open to generate a pool of qualified student applicants for available positions during the semester.

Graduate assistants will work closely with and under the direction of the Training Coordinator to support SBDC training programs including administrative duties, marketing events, and managing attendee database. Additional major job functions will include research for clients, participate in client sessions and other client projects conducted by the SBDC, work on SBDC client services projects as needed.

• Assist with the planning, marketing, preparation and implementation of SBDC training programs and community events related to economic development.
• Data Analysis and Reporting :

• Asses and track the needs of small business clients and report key data points related to the SBDC training program.

• Assist with SBDC client related work under the direction of SBDC advisors.

• Serve as a customer service representative of the SBDC as it relates to the client experience and engagement with SBDC Stakeholders
• Basic office duties:
• Answers telephones and provides general information;
• Greets and directs visitors;
• Schedules appointments;
• Prepares meeting materials;
• Utilize office equipment including a computer, copier/printer

Required Qualifications

• Regular admission into an ASU graduate degree or certification program is required.
• All graduate students who are awarded assistantships must be enrolled in Norris Vincent College of Business graduate coursework during the terms of their appointments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of customer service and computer skills
• Skilled in Microsoft office suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Canva design experience is a plus.
• Critical Thinking Skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to maintain a professional demeanor in all situations and able to withhold confidential information.
• Ability to work in high-stress environment.
• Able to handle multiple projects and work independently or in a group.
• Spanish speaking

Physical Demands

Lifting 25 pounds or less on occasion, sitting and standing

Salary $14.50 EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Angelo State University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. We are committed to ensuring that a qualified individual with a disability has the same rights and privileges in employment as non-disabled employees. If an accommodation is requested for the job application process, please contact our office at (325) 942-2168 or email us at hr@angelo.edu.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number Number of Vacancies 1 Open Date 06/04/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant

Once you have submitted your online application, please email a copy of your resume to the Director of the ASU SBDC, Dezaray Johnson at Dezaray.johnson@angelo.edu.