Careers

Careers with the UGA SBDC

Join us as we work together 

to grow Georgia’s business.

Working with the UGA SBDC

The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (UGA SBDC) is a statewide provider of management consulting and training for small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs. With 18 offices located across the state, there is a UGA SBDC office located in your community – serving small business owners through no-cost, confidential consulting and low-cost group training programs. 

Our starting salaries range from $50,000 (support staff) to $95,000 (metro- Atlanta area directors)

UGA SBDC employees enjoy working with a wide variety of business types and challenges, and derive satisfaction from helping others increase their opportunities for success. With graduate business educations and backgrounds in many different fields, our consultants help owners analyze all aspects of their business to identify areas for management improvement and business growth.

The UGA SBDC is accredited by the national Association of SBDCs and the U.S. Small Business Administration.

As Part of the Team, you will receive...

  • Generous benefits package (health, vision, dental, disability, wellness program, etc.) Accessing multiple benefits can increase compensation value upwards of 30%
  • Two retirement plan options– The University of Georgia contributes to retirement plans at different rates according to the plan selected (defined contribution plan – ORP 9.24% | defined benefits package – TRS 20.78%).
  • 13 Paid holidays and up to 14 hours accrued vacation leave monthly
  • Tuition assistance through TAP where eligible employees may apply for TAP and receive a tuition waiver for up to nine credit hours a semester.
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) PSLF is a federal program that can erase your student loan balance after 10 years of monthly payments while working for an eligible organization like the SBDC. See more here.
  • Speaking and collaboration opportunities across the SBDC and partner organizations
  • Professional development and diverse experiences in an impact-driven, high performing organization
  • Performance-based incentives and awards Our Faculty positions also have the opportunity for promotion & associated compensation through the University of Georgia’s Office of Public Service and Outreach based upon promotion guidelines.

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All applications for employment must be submitted exactly as specified in the announcement document.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.