Business Enterprise Program Administrator
Core
Lead the Business Enterprise Program to create entrepreneurial opportunities and financial independence for legally blind individuals by managing vending facilities, snack bars, and micro markets across Maine.
Role type
Senior program administrator and business operations lead
Builds
Vending facilities, snack bars, micro markets, and retail service opportunities for blind entrepreneurs
Domain
Public sector social services / Food service operations / Entrepreneurship support
Required skills
Program leadership, business and financial management, partnership development, site evaluation, budget management, policy development, stakeholder negotiation, training design, operational compliance
Preferred skills
Knowledge of food service operations, Randolph-Sheppard regulations, orientation and mobility, public relations, strategic planning
Technologies
Accounting software, financial reporting tools, inventory management systems
Responsibilities
Identify and evaluate potential locations for new vending facilities; negotiate agreements with property managers and partners; oversee day-to-day program operations, budgets, and policies; assess training needs and develop programs for BEP Managers; conduct site evaluations and monitor facility performance; represent the program at professional events
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC