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Business Consultant roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in business, management, or a related field. Employers file a PERM labor certification with the DOL before petitioning USCIS, making sponsorship a multi-step commitment that serious hiring managers understand well.
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The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Business Consultant in Boca Raton, FL.
The Business Consultant provides specialized consulting and advisory services to small businesses seeking to market their products and services to the Department of Defense, other federal agencies, state and local government agencies. This position will serve businesses located in Palm Beach and Broward County.
Client Consulting & Advisory
- Provide one-on-one consulting to small business owners on selling to federal, state and local government agencies as well as prime contractors regionally through a variety of methods including face-to-face meetings, phone, email, and web-conferencing.
- Assist clients in identifying contracting opportunities, educate clients about general government contracting, including required registrations needed to do business with the government, certifications that apply, marketing to government agencies, identifying opportunities, solicitation review and preparation.
- Serve as team member of the Florida SBDC Network and APEX Accelerator.
- Assist clients with developing successful strategic plans for government contracting.
- Assist clients with assessing opportunities for government contracting, completing necessary registrations, evaluating client’s potential eligibility for certification programs, and assisting clients through certification processes as appropriate.
- Assist clients in responding to RFPs, RFQs, and IFBs.
- Provide post award support to businesses that win government contracts.
- Provide research and information to assist small businesses in marketing to government agencies and securing government contracts.
- Provide other areas of consulting that support businesses on the path to access government contracts.
Relationship Development & Outreach
- Work with various regional economic development providers and governmental purchasing representatives to develop working relationships to better serve the small business needs in securing government contracts.
- Develop and implement an outreach program of targeted communication to the local business community.
Workshops & Training
- Develop and deliver workshops, webinars, and training sessions on government procurement topics.
Program Support & Reporting
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Maintain detailed notes taken during each consulting engagement and enter directly into the SBDC CRM platform (Salesforce) utilizing the following template:
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SESSION ATTACHMENT(S):
- DESC OF BUSINESS & OWNERS:
- ANALYSIS OF PROBLEM/OPPORTUNITY:
- RECOMMENDATION(S):
-
NEXT STEPS REQUIRED BY CONSULTANT AND/OR CLIENT
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Track and report in Salesforce government contracting impact secured by clients as a result of consulting efforts.
- Support SBDC/APEX grant reporting requirements by documenting client successes and outcomes.
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Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
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Provide 1,140 hours of confidential, one-on-one consulting services to SBDC small business clients annually.
- Government Contracts acquired for a minimum of 30% of the annual goal of the center.
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Unique clients: 113 (provided by SBDC/APEX or strategic partners).
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Client scheduling will be conducted by the consultant after receiving client contact information from the SBDC/APEX.
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Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and five years of appropriate experience required.
Salary:
70,000.00 Annual
College or Department:
Office of Government Relations and Economic Development
Location:
Boca Raton
Work Days and Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Application Deadline:
2026-06-25
Special Instructions to Applicant:
Temporary positions are not established positions and are paid from OPS funds. Temporary positions are usually not eligible for benefits and retirement; however, they may be eligible for health insurance coverage depending on the average hours worked per week. They provide full-time or part-time employment in an exempt or non-exempt employment situation based on job duties and salary in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Temporary positions do not have layoff rights and may be terminated without prior notice. Applicants hired into Temporary positions may apply for a regular appointment should a vacancy become available.
APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
- Resume
- Cover letter
Position Summary:
The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Business Consultant in Boca Raton, FL.
The Business Consultant provides specialized consulting and advisory services to small businesses seeking to market their products and services to the Department of Defense, other federal agencies, state and local government agencies. This position will serve businesses located in Palm Beach and Broward County.
Client Consulting & Advisory
- Provide one-on-one consulting to small business owners on selling to federal, state and local government agencies as well as prime contractors regionally through a variety of methods including face-to-face meetings, phone, email, and web-conferencing.
- Assist clients in identifying contracting opportunities, educate clients about general government contracting, including required registrations needed to do business with the government, certifications that apply, marketing to government agencies, identifying opportunities, solicitation review and preparation.
- Serve as team member of the Florida SBDC Network and APEX Accelerator.
- Assist clients with developing successful strategic plans for government contracting.
- Assist clients with assessing opportunities for government contracting, completing necessary registrations, evaluating client’s potential eligibility for certification programs, and assisting clients through certification processes as appropriate.
- Assist clients in responding to RFPs, RFQs, and IFBs.
- Provide post award support to businesses that win government contracts.
- Provide research and information to assist small businesses in marketing to government agencies and securing government contracts.
- Provide other areas of consulting that support businesses on the path to access government contracts.
Relationship Development & Outreach
- Work with various regional economic development providers and governmental purchasing representatives to develop working relationships to better serve the small business needs in securing government contracts.
- Develop and implement an outreach program of targeted communication to the local business community.
Workshops & Training
- Develop and deliver workshops, webinars, and training sessions on government procurement topics.
Program Support & Reporting
-
Maintain detailed notes taken during each consulting engagement and enter directly into the SBDC CRM platform (Salesforce) utilizing the following template:
-
SESSION ATTACHMENT(S):
- DESC OF BUSINESS & OWNERS:
- ANALYSIS OF PROBLEM/OPPORTUNITY:
- RECOMMENDATION(S):
-
NEXT STEPS REQUIRED BY CONSULTANT AND/OR CLIENT
-
Track and report in Salesforce government contracting impact secured by clients as a result of consulting efforts.
- Support SBDC/APEX grant reporting requirements by documenting client successes and outcomes.
-
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
-
Provide 1,140 hours of confidential, one-on-one consulting services to SBDC small business clients annually.
- Government Contracts acquired for a minimum of 30% of the annual goal of the center.
-
Unique clients: 113 (provided by SBDC/APEX or strategic partners).
-
Client scheduling will be conducted by the consultant after receiving client contact information from the SBDC/APEX.
Explore Living in Palm Beach County
The goal is to provide local employers and new employees in the area a comprehensive guide with places to live. View it here: Discover Housing Resources in Palm Beach County | BDB.
Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and five years of appropriate experience required.
Salary:
70,000.00 Annual
College or Department:
Office of Government Relations and Economic Development
Location:
Boca Raton
Work Days and Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Application Deadline:
2026-06-25
Special Instructions to Applicant:
Temporary positions are not established positions and are paid from OPS funds. Temporary positions are usually not eligible for benefits and retirement; however, they may be eligible for health insurance coverage depending on the average hours worked per week. They provide full-time or part-time employment in an exempt or non-exempt employment situation based on job duties and salary in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Temporary positions do not have layoff rights and may be terminated without prior notice. Applicants hired into Temporary positions may apply for a regular appointment should a vacancy become available.
APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
- Resume
- Cover letter
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Business Consultant
Align your credentials to PERM requirements
PERM requires your degree and work history to match the job's stated minimum requirements exactly. A business degree paired with documented consulting experience in strategy, operations, or finance strengthens your application against DOL audit scrutiny.
Research prevailing wage before salary talks
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your specific Business Consultant SOC code and location. Employers must pay at least that wage, so knowing the floor helps you evaluate offers and spot under-resourced sponsorship attempts early.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Not every consulting firm sponsors green cards. Prioritize employers who have filed PERM applications for business or management roles before. Migrate Mate lets you search verified sponsoring employers by role so you can focus your outreach where sponsorship is already established.
Understand how EB-2 and EB-3 affect your timeline
EB-2 applies if your role genuinely requires an advanced degree or you have demonstrated specialized expertise. EB-3 covers bachelor's-level positions. Your country of birth determines whether a visa backlog applies, directly affecting how long between I-140 approval and your green card.
Raise sponsorship early in the hiring process
Bring up green card sponsorship before the offer stage, not after. Employers need to budget for PERM advertising, legal fees, and a multi-year process. Framing it as a mutual commitment during interviews signals professionalism and filters out firms unprepared to sponsor.
Prepare for the PERM supervised recruitment period
Once PERM recruitment begins, your employer must advertise the role and genuinely consider all applicants. You can't be involved in that process. Use the waiting period to gather reference letters, update your credential evaluations, and organize employment records for the I-140 petition.
Green Card Business Consultant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Business Consultant role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Business Consultant positions qualify under EB-3 if they require at least a bachelor's degree in business, management, economics, or a related field. EB-2 applies when the role specifically requires an advanced degree or your employer can document that your specialized expertise is a business necessity. The distinction affects your priority date and, for some nationalities, your wait time.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for a Business Consultant?
Green card sponsorship through PERM is permanent rather than temporary. There's no annual lottery at the EB-3 level, no six-year cap, and no employer portability restrictions until after the I-140 is approved and 180 days have passed. The trade-off is timeline: PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status together can take two to five or more years depending on your nationality and USCIS processing volumes.
What documents should I prepare before a Business Consultant employer starts the PERM process?
Gather certified translations of your degree transcripts, a credential evaluation from a recognized agency if your degree is from outside the U.S., and detailed employment records that match the job duties your employer will list on the PERM application. Any discrepancy between your documented experience and the job description can trigger a DOL audit, which adds months to the process.
How do I find Business Consultant employers who actually sponsor green cards?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Business Consultant roles at employers with verified PERM sponsorship history. Many consulting firms list open roles without disclosing whether they sponsor permanent residency, so filtering by sponsorship record saves time and avoids late-stage surprises when the employer isn't set up to file PERM.
Can I change employers after my Business Consultant green card process starts?
You can change employers after your I-140 is approved and you've been in adjustment of status for at least 180 days, provided the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. Business Consultant roles generally port well to other consulting or management positions under this rule, but confirm the SOC code match with a qualified immigration professional before accepting a new offer.