ABOUT BCIC

The Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC) is a Type B economic development organization funded by a ¼ cent sales tax. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life through innovation and equitable economic development initiatives, ensuring that every investment contributes to a more vibrant, inclusive, and prosperous Brownsville.

Our vision is for Brownsville to represent the country as an innovative leader in fostering business development and quality of life. BCIC brings this vision to life by investing in programs and projects that:

• Revitalize public spaces and expand access to parks, recreational amenities, and placemaking initiatives;
• Support small business growth and entrepreneurship through financial tools, mentorship, and targeted support;
• Drive downtown revitalization through restoration, business recruitment, and cultural activation;
• Cultivate cross-sector partnerships to promote workforce development, financial empowerment, and high-wage job creation; and
• Advance organizational capacity through strategic planning, staff development, and process improvements.

POSITION SUMMARY

BCIC is seeking a dedicated and visionary Business Development and Entrepreneurship Officer to help execute our 2025–2029 strategic priorities. This position is crucial to elevating Brownsville as a prime destination for entrepreneurs and small businesses to start, scale, and thrive.
Reporting to the Vice President of Entrepreneurship & Innovation and working closely with the President/CEO, the Officer will manage and expand BCIC’s entrepreneurship and small business initiatives, including accelerator programs, mentorship opportunities, capital access, investment networks, and the development of a new Small Business Retention & Expansion (BRE) Program.
This role involves working closely with entrepreneurs, startups, and small business owners to provide guidance, resources, and support to foster their growth and success. It is also integral to the day-to-day operations of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Department and will play a key role in the development and implementation of the Blueprint Lab program.
A key responsibility of this role will be facilitating BCIC’s membership in Alamo Angels, coordinating pitch events, organizing networking opportunities, and serving as the primary liaison with the Alamo Angels main chapter in San Antonio. This position will also lead the implementation and management of BCIC’s new CRM platform to ensure accurate data collection and reporting.

TRAINING & EDUCATION

• Plan and deliver training sessions, workshops, and roundtables for entrepreneurs and small businesses.
• Coordinate with subject matter experts, investors, and successful founders to lead specialized sessions on investment readiness, innovation, and scaling.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Entrepreneurship, Business Development, Economics, or a related field.
• Proven experience in entrepreneurship, small business development, investment readiness, or venture networks.
• Experience with CRM systems (preferred: Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar) or demonstrated ability to implement and manage new platforms.
• Knowledge of small business retention strategies and experience conducting direct business outreach.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Experience working with collaboration and productivity tools (Slack, Salesforce, Microsoft Office 365, etc.).
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Texas Driver’s License

MATHEMATICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Uses basic algebra involving variables and formulas and/or basic geometry involving plane and solid figures, circumferences, areas, volumes, and/or computing discounts and interest rates.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

• Requires reading journals, manuals, and professional publications; speaking informally to groups of co-workers, staff in other organizations, the public, and external stakeholders; presenting training; composing original reports, training, and other written materials, using proper language, punctuation, grammar, and style.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred.

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Requires performing specialized technical or entry-level professional work requiring a general understanding of operating policies and procedures and their application to problems not previously encountered.
• Involves application of specialized technical or professional principles and practices, or the use of a wide range of administrative methods in the solution of problems.
• Requires regular attention with short periods of concentration for accurate results and occasional exposure to unusual pressure.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT REQUIREMENTS (PHYSICAL AND DEXTERITY)

• Requires light work that involves walking and standing most of the time and exerting up to 25 pounds of force on a regular basis.
• Requires skill, adeptness, and speed in the use of fingers, hands, or limbs on repetitive operation of office equipment.
• Requires sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and routine keyboard operations.
• ADA requires BCIC to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.

SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

• The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, hearing, and speaking.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The duties listed above are intended only as general illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. Specific statements of duties not included do not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Job descriptions are subject to change by BCIC as the needs of the organization and requirements of the job change.
This position is currently available for the duration of the grant period. However, if the role is successful in advancing BCIC’s strategic priorities, it is the organization’s intention to continue and sustain this position beyond the grant.

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