Job Title: Business Development Specialist (BDS)
Location: Big Sandy Area Development District – 110 Resource Court, Prestonsburg, KY
Position Type: Full-Time, In-Person
Salary: $50,000 annually with full benefits
About
the Role:
The Big Sandy Area Development
District is seeking a dynamic Business Development Specialist (BDS)
to provide hands-on, in-person support to local entrepreneurs and small
business owners. Based in our office at 110 Resource Court, Prestonsburg, KY,
the BDS will play a critical role in driving business growth across the region.
This role requires extensive travel throughout Johnson, Floyd, Magoffin,
Martin, and Pike Counties, engaging with business owners face-to-face to
understand their challenges and provide tailored solutions. The BDS will attend
conferences, workshops, and trainings to stay informed on business practices
and market trends, bringing back valuable insights to help local businesses
thrive.
Key
Responsibilities:
- Travel extensively within Johnson, Floyd, Magoffin,
Martin, and Pike Counties to meet with business owners and entrepreneurs,
providing direct, hands-on support.
- Help local businesses access resources, networking
opportunities, and business development services tailored to their
specific needs.
- Attend conferences, workshops, and trainings to stay
up-to-date on business trends, market practices, and economic development
strategies.
- Work proactively to identify opportunities for business
growth, connecting businesses with necessary resources to help them
succeed.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local
entrepreneurs, ensuring ongoing support and development for their
businesses.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience or knowledge in small business
development.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the
ability to build trust and rapport with local business owners.
- Willingness and ability to travel frequently within
Johnson, Floyd, Magoffin, Martin, and Pike Counties to provide in-person
support.
- Self-motivated and proactive in identifying and
addressing business challenges and opportunities.
- Ability to attend and participate in industry
workshops, conferences, and events to continuously improve skills and
knowledge.
- A bachelor’s degree is required; candidates who have an associates degree combined with other qualifications will be considered.
To submit an application email a resume to Blake.Moss@bigsandy.org with “Business Development Specialist” in the subject line.
