Description
*** 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) Administrative Officer (Sr. Business Advisor - Oahu)
Hiring Unit: Hawaii Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
Position: ***Casual Hire***
Location: UH Hilo
Date Posted: March 31, 2026
Closing Date: April 8, 2026
Salary: $30,974
Full time/Part time: Part-time (no more than 19 hrs/wk)
Temporary/Permanent: Temporary
Other Conditions: Casual Hire temporary appointment is expected begin April 2026 or soon thereafter.
Duties:
- Provide short and long-term one-on-one business counseling services to clients.
- Advise clients on critical business functions, including business plan development, financial analysis, capital acquisition, and other operational issues.
- Direct and administer educational programs by developing materials and teaching small business classes and workshops.
- Participate in statewide needs assessment to determine training topics and collaboratively establish class dates, locations, and co-sponsoring arrangements.
- Track all client appointments and sessions accurately via the Client Management System and maintain an accessible daily schedule.
- Perform all required administrative duties and ensure compliance with Hawaii SBDC Network reporting requirements, governmental laws, and policies.
- Actively engage in advocacy for small business interests and community development, promoting the SBDC's mission.
- Serve on boards, committees, and task forces within Oahu and at the state level to advance the mission of the SBDC and the small business community.
- Conduct public relations and outreach activities across Oahu to promote the SBDC's services and engage clients.
- Attend all required professional staff meetings and uphold high ethical and professional standards at all times.
- Participate actively in a wide variety of professional development activities (e.g., conferences, seminars) to maintain credentials and professional knowledge as part of the SBDC's quality improvement program.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
- Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Business or related field from an accredited four (4) year college or university and three years of experience in office or business administration within a business or service-oriented setting, or related or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.
- Considerable working knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in the area of small business consulting, financial analysis, and strategic management, as demonstrated by the broad knowledge of the full range of pertinent standard and evolving concepts, principles and methodologies
- Considerable working knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state laws, rules, regulations and theories and systems associated with small business formation, business finance and capital acquisition, and non-profit/ federally funded grant compliance.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing, verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials.
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team leaders and members, and individuals.
- Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and utilizing standard business software, including word processing, spreadsheets, data management, and Client Management Software (CRM).
- For supervisory work, demonstrated ability to lead subordinates, manage work priorities and projects, and manage employee relations.
- Understanding of the business consulting process, business conditions in Hawai'i, and small business financing alternatives.
- Financial analysis skills necessary to effectively work with entrepreneurs and small business owners.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the demonstrated ability to write high-quality business plans and deliver effective teaching, training, and public presentations at a professional and technical level.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively, efficiently, and independently, while also working collaboratively and harmoniously with co-workers, supervisors, and partners.
- Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and Hawaii-equivalent no-fault personal driver’s insurance (or proof thereof) when operating a personal vehicle for work purposes.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and conduct remote work as needed.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field from an accredited college or university
- Documented history of successful ownership or high-level management of a business that achieved significant growth or successfully raised capital.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using an email marketing platform, such as Constant Contact, for advanced email marketing campaigns and client list management.
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:
- Cover letter explaining how qualifications are met
- Resume
- Names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references
- 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 birth date on transcript copies. Copy of diplomas will NOT be accepted. Documents issued from an institution outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant. All requested documents/information become the property of the University. All minimum qualifications must be met by the closing 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, terynm@hisbdc.org
Please refer to the Sr Business Advisor - Oahu Casual Hire when making inquiries.
EEO, Clery Act, ADA
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/
