Vice President, Student Services

Vice President
Student Services

Lincoln Land Community College (LLCC) announces a search for Vice President for Student Services. This senior college executive will provide leadership and supervision for the college's comprehensive set of student services programs which are designed to enhance student access and success. The College seeks an experienced leader who is culturally competent in, and deeply committed to, serving and supporting students, especially historically underserved, first-generation, low income, and non-traditional students with a collaborative and progressive growth-mindset.

The successful candidate will be a dynamic and visionary leader with strong critical thinking skills, the ability to work collaboratively across divisions and with various constituency groups, knowledge of and experience with federal and state regulatory requirements impacting student affairs, and a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. They will be a member of the President's Cabinet and will play a critical leadership role in the college's continuing work towards its strategic priorities including but not limited to: support of students, teaching and learning, valuing people, and institutional awareness.

Interested candidates must possess a master's degree, doctorate preferred. Candidates must also possess substantial and successful leadership, administrative, and supervisory experience. They will have demonstrated success in collaboration, strategic planning, co-curricular assessment, as well as advocacy for an equitable learning environment.

Founded in 1967, LLCC serves residents and businesses in a 15-county district with its main campus in Springfield, the capital city of Illinois. It is the largest community college district in Illinois in terms of land mass, covering all or parts of 15 counties in central Illinois and 4,115 square miles. In addition to our main campus, LLCC provides educational services at our Medical District located in downtown Springfield, at the Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, and at our outreach centers throughout the district located in Taylorville, Jacksonville, Beardstown, Litchfield and Hillsboro, Illinois. Springfield is centrally located between Chicago and St. Louis and is home to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum as well as numerous historic sites and cultural events.

The mission of LLCC is to transform lives and strengthen our communities through learning. LLCC aspires to provide high quality learning experiences for all seeking to improve their knowledge and skills while serving as a catalyst for economic growth that enriches our communities. LLCC offers accessible, affordable educational programs leading to transfer and career training degrees and certificates. LLCC offers over 125 degree and certificate programs and serves approximately 11,150 individuals annually through credit and non-credit courses. Students can find assistance with their academics through one of our many support programs and services which are available face-to-face and virtually. With 19 student clubs on campus, our students have several opportunities to get involved and connect with other students. Our athletic offerings include baseball, basketball, soccer, volleyball, softball, and e-sports.

LLCC strives to create a positive culture and to safeguard equity, inclusion, dignity, and respect for all by fostering a sense of belonging in our working and learning environments. LLCC collaborates with local businesses, organizations, and employers to better serve the needs of our students and community. As a member of the LLCC team, you can expect to be a part of an inclusive, collaborative team who, through strategic planning and effort, work to provide our students and community quality education and services.

As an administrator at LLCC, you can look forward to 22 paid holidays a year, including 2 weeks at the end of the calendar year and one week in March for mid-semester break; 12 Fridays off in the summer; and 2 personal days, 15 sick days, and 20 vacation days per year. LLCC staff, their spouse and qualified dependent children are eligible to use the tuition waiver on credited courses. LLCC is a positive, team-oriented environment supportive of staff development. Come join our team of dedicated professionals and be a part of something bigger!! Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and drug screen. Interested candidates are invited to apply online at llcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/5252 . This position will be open until filled; however, for guaranteed consideration, applications must be submitted on or before Sunday, May 8, 2022.

Lincoln Land Community College does not discriminate against any student, employee, prospective employee or any other person on the basis of their actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, political affiliation, or any other protected status in its programs and activities. More information may be found at www.llcc.edu/equal-opportunity . Inquiries may be directed to the Equal Opportunity Compliance Officer at EOCO@llcc.edu . Lincoln Land Community College is a drug-free workplace.