Business Development Visa Sponsorship Jobs in New Mexico

Position Overview

The following is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. This list of duties is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all the functions and responsibilities performed.

Note: This position will remain open until filled with preference given to applications received by June 10, 2026.

Position Summary:

The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Director leads the local SBDC office, providing guidance and support to small business owners while fostering economic development in the region. The Director manages all aspects of center operations, including training, counseling prospective and existing small business owners, client services, program development, community outreach, and budget oversight. This role serves as the primary liaison between the New Mexico SBDC, local businesses, community partners, and clients. The position reports to the ENMU-Roswell campus President, with a dual reporting line to the New Mexico SBDC. The ENMU-Roswell SBDC is currently a one-person office and requires on-site work; this is not a remote position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Program Leadership: Oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of small business development programs.
• Client Services: Provide consulting, training, and technical assistance to entrepreneurs and small business owners in areas such as business planning, marketing, financing, and management.
• Community Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with local government, business organizations, chambers of commerce, and other economic development partners.
• Funding and Compliance: Ensure compliance with Small Business Administration (SBA) and state SBDC requirements; manage center budgets, grants, and reporting obligations.
• Outreach and Marketing: Promote SBDC services to increase awareness and participation in the region.
• Performance Metrics: Track and report center performance, including client outcomes, job creation, capital formation, and other key metrics.

Requirements

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, economics, or a related field.
• Significant experience in small business management, consulting, or economic development.
• Experience in financial planning and business plan development.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with Small Business Administration (SBA) programs and business development practices.
• Proven ability to secure funding, manage budgets, and achieve performance goals.
• Experience in community outreach, partnerships, and public relations.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in business, economics, or a related field.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Expertise in business planning and financial analysis.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to mentor, motivate, and develop staff.
• Proficiency with office software and data tracking systems.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed during normal work hours, with some evenings and weekends to meet deadlines.
• The position is primarily sedentary, but may occasionally require lifting or exerting up to 25 pounds of force.

Essential Functions: [As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, these include the aforementioned duties and responsibilities, job knowledge, skills, and abilities, physical demands and working conditions. This is not necessarily an all-inclusive listing.]

Additional Information

Electronic Application Instructions: Electronic applications should be submitted through the "Apply" link on the top of this page. Please attach the following required documents to your electronic application:

Required Documents:

• Letter of Interest
• Resume / Curriculum vitae
• Contact information for three references (blind or off list reference checks may be conducted on finalists)
• Transcripts Official or Unofficial (Scanned/PDF transcripts required if being used to meet the minimum or preferred qualifications; Copy and Paste transcripts will not be considered.)

ENMU-R is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Title IX/IPRA. Eastern New Mexico University - Roswell does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local laws. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact the office of human resources at (575) 624-7412. New Mexico is an open records state; therefore ENMU-R complies with the Inspection of Public Records Act, NMSA 1978, Chapter 14, Article 2, from the Office of the New Mexico Attorney General. Any concerns regarding sex discrimination should be addressed to the Title IX Coordinator at either titleix.coordinator@enmu.edu, (575) 562-2235, or Quay Hall Office 109, 1500 S Avenue K, Portales, NM 88130. Requests for records should be sent to Teresa Casarez at teresa.casarez@roswell.enmu.edu. For any other inquiries please contact Human Resources at (575) 624-7412 or email roswell.hr@enmu.edu.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

ENMU-Roswell reserves the right to cancel, change, or close any advertised position at any time. The decision to do so will be based upon the needs of the University and the final determination will rest with the President.

APPLICANTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR SUBMITTING COMPLETE APPLICATIONS

Insurance

Insurance for Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell is offered through the New Mexico Public Schools Insurance Authority. High coverage and low coverage options are offered for medical and dental insurance so employees can choose the plan that's right for them.

• Health insurance is offered through both Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico and the Presbyterian Health Plan
• Dental insurance is offered through United Concordia.
• Vision insurance is offered through Davis Vision.
• Life insurance is offered through Standard Life Insurance Company and UNUM Life Insurance Company.

Retirement

Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell participates with the New Mexico Educational Retirement Board (NMERB), Social Security, and Medicare.

The University also offers supplemental retirement plans. 403b plans are available through TIAA/CREF, AIG VALIC, and MetLife. 475b plans are offered through TIAA/CREF.

Paid Time Off

Leave accrual rates are determined by employee class (At-Will/Professional & Faculty - exempt or Support – non-exempt) and years of employment. See below for specific accruals for each employee class.

As per policies and procedures Adjuncts and Temporary employees are not eligible to accrue leave.

Faculty Paid Time Off Medical leave is accrued 48 hours in the Fall and 48 hours in the Spring.
- Personal Leave - Five personal work days each academic year and two work days during the summer. Only regular faculty will be eligible for personal leave. Personal leave will not accumulate from academic year to academic year.

Support Paid Time Off During the first year of service, full time non-exempt (hourly) employees accrue 7 hours of annual leave and 7 hours of medical leave per month.
- The second year of service, full time non-exempt employees accrue 10 hours of annual leave and 10 hours of medical leave per month.
- The third and subsequent years of service, full time non-exempt employees accrue 14.66 hours of annual leave and 14 hours of medical leave per month.
- Employees must work for the University for three months before they are eligible to use annual leave.
- Leave accruals will be pro-rated for part time employees.

Professional/At-will Paid Time Off Full time exempt employees accrue 14.66 hours of annual leave and 14 hours of medical leave per month.
- Employees must work for the University for three months before they are eligible to use annual leave.
- Leave accruals will be pro-rated for part time employees.

Employee Educational Assistance Plan

Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell offers a tuition waiver for permanent, full-time and part-time regular employees and retirees. Employees can take up to 9 credit hours on the Roswell campus. Their IRS dependents are not restricted in the number of credit hours they can take. For detailed information reference 40.9 Educational Assistance Program.

For classes offered by ENMU in Portales, the Portales campus will waive some tuition for either the employee or spouse; dependents, as defined by the I.R.S., are not eligible for tuition waivers for classes taken through the Portales campus.

Additional course fees will still need to be paid by the employee.

As per policies and procedures Adjuncts and Temporary employees are not eligible to receive the tuition waiver.