SBDC Region Director

SBDC Region Director

Salary

$80,000.00 Annually

Location

York County, SC

Job Type

Temporary Grant - Full-Time

Job Number

2027026S

Agency

Winthrop University

Opening Date

09/10/2026

Closing Date

9/24/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

To apply go to https://winthrop.peopleadmin.com/postings/22766.

Class Code:

UP03

Position Number:

2027026S

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Grade

Unclassified

Hiring Range - Min.

$80,000.00

Hiring Range - Max.

$80,000.00

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran Preference Statement

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

• Description
• Benefits

Job Responsibilities

Reporting to the Winthrop University Dean of Business & Technology and operationally to the South Carolina Small Business Development Center (SC SBDC) State Director, the Region Director serves as the SC SBDC's primary representative to the host institution, as well as business and government leaders, and oversees personnel, business consulting services, program compliance and performance, strategic planning, continuing education initiatives and public relations efforts.

Program Management

• Directs all regional operations of the SC SBDC program, including personnel, business planning and management, program compliance and related operations.
• Coordinates continuing education programs to address market needs.
• Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, university, and SC SBDC laws, regulations, policies, and ASBDC Accreditation Standards.
• Assists the State Director with program compliance, statewide initiative development and implementation, strategic planning, policy and procedure administration, accreditation preparation, and resolution of management issues.

Client Consulting and Training

• Manages area offices within the region and supervises employee performance.
• Provides high-quality counseling and consulting services to prospective and existing small business owners.
• Conducts and participates in client training programs, workshops and educational initiatives.
• Supports the SC SBDC technology commercialization program in collaboration with the Innovation Center serving the greater York County area by identifying commercialization opportunities, connecting clients with technical and financial resources, and developing partnerships that promote innovation and business growth.

Budget Administration and Fiscal Management

• Manages the regional operating budget, including annual budget development in coordination with the SC SBDC administrative center at the University of South Carolina.
• Conducts financial analyses and monitors expenditures to ensure funds are allocated and utilized effectively and within budget.
• Prepares and submits required reports.

Community Outreach and Public Relations (PR)

• Serves as an official representative of the College of Business & Technology and the SC SBDC, planning and overseeing outreach, public relations and stakeholder engagement activities.
• Promotes awareness and utilization of SC SBDC services through collaboration with university departments, elected officials and the regional business community.
• Develops and maintains strategic partnerships that leverage resources to support small business growth and maximize program outcomes.
• Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships within the College of Business & Technology and with other university departments to advance initiatives.
• Represents the SC SBDC at community, business and economic development events to strengthen visibility and stakeholder engagement.
• Ensures outreach and partnership activities align with SC SBDC goals, priorities and strategic objectives.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• Professional experience managing multiple departments, personnel and operating budgets.
• Knowledge of small business development, entrepreneurship, strategic planning, program administration, budgeting and financial management.
• Knowledge of federal, state, university and SC SBDC policies, procedures and compliance requirements and the ability to interpret and apply them.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills, including the ability to establish, monitor and coach performance expectations.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Exceptional consulting and presentation skills.
• Ability to analyze performance and financial data.
• Ability to manage multiple offices, departments, personnel and competing priorities.
• Ability to build effective relationships with business owners, university leadership, government officials, community partners and other stakeholders.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, work independently, and maintain a high level of professionalism, confidentiality and accountability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in business administration or a relevant field.
• Experience in entrepreneurial, small-business ownership, business consulting, strategic planning, program administration, financial oversight and stakeholder engagement.

Additional Comments

Travel/Overtime Requirements: Occasional travel and evenings and weekend hours.

To apply go to https://winthrop.peopleadmin.com/postings/22766.

Telecommuting: Employees are not eligible for telecommuting/remote work during their 12-month probationary period. After that time, certain positions may be eligible for telecommuting/remote work at the discretion of the supervisor and in accordance with Winthrop policies.

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency Winthrop University Address 303 Tillman Hall

Rock Hill, South Carolina, 29733

Phone 803-323-2273

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.