Item 9.N-June 18, 2010
ADMINISTRATIVE FACULTY POSITION DESCRIPTION QUESTIONNAIRE
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Incumbent(s) Name (if applicable): Kathleen C. Carrico
Position #(s): 11011
Current Title: Director, State Training
Current Range: 3
(JCC:76636;3A;CM4502;CC062;E)
Department: Small Business Development Center
College/Division: BUDN
Account #(s): 1104-116-0501; 1320-116-05HQ
Action Proposed: (check all that apply)
( x ) New
Proposed Range:
position:
Proposed Title:
( ) Title Change, Proposed Title:
( ) Proposed Reassignment from Range
to Range
(X) Revised PDQ only (no change in range or title)
( ) Line of Progression (show titles below)
Range:
JCC (Current
or new HR
assigned):
I certify that the statements in this description are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.
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Employee’s Signature
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Date
I/we have reviewed the statements in this form and they accurately reflect the job assignments.
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Immediate Supervisor’s Signature
Winnie Dowling
Deputy Director, N. NSBDC
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Director/Chair/Dean
Sam Males
Director, NSBDC
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Approved for Salary Placement Committee review.
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Pres / Vice Pres / Vice Prov Signature Gregory Mosier
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Dean, College of Business Administration
Action Approved by the President (Completed by Faculty HR):
Position #: 11011
EEO Code: 3A
CUPA Code: CM4502
Exempt: Yes or No Census Code: 062
Job Class Code: 76636
Range: 3
Effective Date: 6/1/2010
Approved Title:
DIRECTOR, STATE TRAINING
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Employee Signature
Date
(Employee signs and sends to HR for personnel file after PDQ has been “final” stamped for approval)
Rev: 12/1/2008
Position Description – Director, State Training
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1. Summary Statement: State the major function(s) of the position and its role in the
university. Attach an organizational chart with positions, ranges, and names for the division
which reflects the position in it as well as those supervised in the department. (This section is
used for advertisement of the position.)
The Director, State Training, is responsible for directing and managing the statewide training program
which is the primary outreach arm of the Nevada Small Business Development Center (NSBDC).
The program adheres to U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) guidelines in meeting preset
milestones and providing education for entrepreneurs and business people. The incumbent directs
activities for other center NSBDC training coordinators as needed and conducts training for rural NV
communities, depending on funding.
The Nevada Small Business Development Center (NSBDC) program houses its lead center at the
College of Business Administration (COBA), on the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) campus. The
NSBDC operates from university, college campuses, development authorities, and chambers of
commerce to provide assistance to the business community in the areas of starting and growing small
businesses. NSBDC core functions are small business counseling and training services.
2. List the major responsibilities, including percentage of time devoted to each. Provide
enough detail to enable a person outside the department to understand the job (percentage
first with heading and then bulleted information).
65% -Statewide Training Programs Identification and Development
 Direct and manage NSBDC’s statewide training program, emphasis on NxLeveL for
Entrepreneurs, the NSBDC’s cornerstone 13-week training program
 Certify new instructors statewide to teach NxLeveL
 Act as liaison for events in various locations in Nevada
 Analyze communities statewide to determine topics/content for workshops, training events,
and seminars for small businesses
 Evaluate Nevada business climate (urban, rural, or special impact areas) and assess needs
based on economic development, population, and cultural differences
 Coordinate and conduct statewide seminars and determine milestones for sub centers
 Negotiate training with owners and managers who want specific business training for staff on
office and employee management, office technology, communication skills, etc.
 Delegate coordination of details to other program staff and manage details
 Act as liaison between the trainers, staff and students, NSBDC program managers, events
coordinators, and the business community
25% - Statewide Program Oversight
 Supervise statewide training activity by working with sub center management consultants,
training coordinators, and statewide managers
 Provide curriculum guidelines
 Monitor reporting requirements
 Audit files
 Conduct semi-annual training meetings with sub center staff and hiring contractors to fulfill
obligations
 Standardize forms used in training programs, evaluations, registration, sign-up sheets
 Assure consistency on program advertising and presentation
 Communicate with sub center training coordinators regarding their duties and responsibilities
 Evaluate statewide training activity
 Responsible for statewide compliance with program income and expenditures
 Assists in hiring, training and managing other NSBDC training staff
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10% - Generate new training related funding opportunities
 Identify new private and governmental opportunities for generating additional funds to provide
training to Nevada’s businesses and funding for the State Training Director
3. Describe the level of freedom to take action and make decisions with or without
supervision and how the results of the work performed impact the department, division and/or
the university as a whole.
Level of Freedom:
The Director is a primary outreach representative of the NSBDC. Through hundreds of training
events and workshops, the training program educates Nevada’s entrepreneurs and business people.
Attendees often continue to receive in-depth one-on-one business counseling at the NSBDC. The
NSBDC is required to meet SBA training program milestones. It is the goal of the NSBDC to have
these services result in an economic impact to its clients and Nevada’s communities. For those new to
the State or interested in business training, it is likely that an NSBDC training event will be a first
impression of UNR and COBA. For those already in Nevada communities, the Director’s activities
affect business development and entrepreneurship.
The NSBDC has numerous partners outside of the University also impacted through co-sponsorship.
These partners include banks, development authorities, local government agencies, businesses, and
other organizations that provide business services. The NSBDC utilized co-sponsors on virtually all
events and it is the responsibility of the Training Director to maintain these relationships.
Impact:
This position is very visible to the public and therefore has a direct impact on the perception of the
NSBDC and university and its reputation. The decisions and judgments made by the Training
Director directly impact NSBDC and its outreach offices, COBA and the University as a whole. The
workshop subjects and content provided by the Director have a potential negative or positive impact
on the people served, so it is imperative to provide the best services to help businesses succeed. To
do otherwise would result in a weak program, ultimately risking damage to the reputation of NSBDC
and all co-sponsors and businesses involved.
4. Describe the knowledge, skills (to include cognitive requirement and verbal and written
communication), and abilities (to include task complexity, problem solving, creativity and
innovation) essential to successful performance of this job (in bullet format).
Knowledge of:
 Nevada business communities, industries and economies
 Budgeting and accounting essentials
 Business education topics; new media practices
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Management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication to include public speaking
Organizational skills
Leadership
Interpersonal and human relations skills
Proficiency in use of a personal computer and current software applications including but not
limited to Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to:
 Work independently
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Evaluate programs, staff and auditing procedures
Organize and lead meetings involving staff and various community members
Work well with diverse business owners, managers, government decision makers, campus
and non-campus vendors
Work closely with other personnel
Manage, prioritize, and complete multiple projects/tasks in an efficient and timely manner while
maintaining focus on organizational goals
Travel statewide to sub centers and co-sponsor locations
Work independently under limited supervision and with some latitude for initiative and
independent judgment, but closely follow the department policies and procedures
5. Describe the type of personal contacts encountered in performing the duties of the job.
Explain the nature and purpose of these contacts: i.e., to provide services, to resolve
problems, to negotiate.
Internal
Qualified Instructors
NSBDC Employees
Program Managers
External
Community Partners
Government Agents
Entrepreneurs, Business
Owners and Managers
Media
Reason for Contact
To negotiate instructor contracts and to monitor events so that
they are paid fairly for their services
To delegate work to subordinates and peers
To work closely with the Program Managers on related and
complimentary projects and attend NSBDC managers’ meetings
Reason for Contact
To plan successful events, as well as increase funding sources to
provide entrepreneur training
To comply with federal guidelines and plan successful events
To determine business needs and evaluation of workshops and
training sessions
To maintain a consistent communication of our program with the
business community
6. Indicate the minimum qualifications which are necessary in filling this position should it
become vacant. Please keep in mind the duties/responsibilities of the position rather than the
qualifications of the incumbent.
a.
Minimum educational level, including appropriate field, if any.
Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution with emphasis or major in
business or related field
b.
Minimum type and amount of work experience, in addition to the above required
education necessary for a person entering this position.
Bachelor’s Degree and four years or a Master’s Degree and two years of experience in
program development and training
Preferred Licenses or Certifications: None
c.
Indicate any license or certificate required for this position.
None