This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12227519 \ \ Director, Continuing Education & Business Solutions\ \ Full Time or Part Time\ Full Time\ \ Months Worked Per Year\ 12\ \ Hours Worked Per Week\ 40\ \ Work Schedule\ Monday Friday 8AM-5PM. This position will be located at LLCC-Medical District.\ \ Remote Work Availability\ No\ \ Job Description Summary\ Shape the Future of Professional Growth: LLCC Seeks a Dynamic Director to Lead Continuing Education & Business Solutions!\ \ This position will be responsible for:\ \ the development, management, growth, and evaluation of programming that addresses the evolving professional development needs of District 526 businesses, organizations, and residents.\ setting the strategic direction to position LLCC as the go-to regional provider of business/industry solutions and upskilling.\ Conducting needs assessments and research to identify, develop, and manage professional development programs and services for District 526 and recommend training and service solutions for LLCC to provide and promote. This includes working with academic departments and community partners to find skilled instructors and quality curriculum, negotiating contracts with service providers, and creating competitive proposals and contracts.\ \ Starting salary is likely to be between \$68,497 and \$90,869 per year with an excellent benefits package. The person hired into this position will be placed within this range based on education, training, experience, and skills.\ \ As an administrator at LLCC, you can look forward to 23 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. Staff can also enjoy free access to our on-campus fitness center. LLCC is a positive, team-oriented environment supportive of staff development. You can view all benefits on our website. Come join our team and experience success at LLCC!\ \ LLCC strives to create an inclusive workplace and environment for our students, faculty, and staff. We are seeking applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to ensure we create a diverse workforce and learning environment.\ \ Required Qualifications\ Bachelor\'s degree in organizational leadership, business administration, instructional design, or related field. Candidates with extensive related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.\ Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills, specifically Excel and Word.\ Ability to solve problems and communicate analytically.\ Ability to set and execute strategy to achieve organizational priorities.\ Proven expertise in the development, delivery, and evaluation of professional development and facilitation services using current theories and principles of adult learning.\ Proven experience with data analysis to measure program effectiveness.\ Proven experience developing, implementing and evaluating customized curriculum and training programs.\ Knowledge of current and emerging digital learning trends and tools.\ Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to problem-solve, multi-task, work independently, and function professionally under pressure.\ Ability to prioritize, manage, and advance multiple complex projects simultaneously.\ Proven experience facilitating productive group discussions and collaborative problem-solving.\ Ability to collaborate effectively and inclusively with diverse colleague, instructor and client groups.\ Active professional network and familiarity with regional business and industry need .\ Available to work occasional nights and weekends.\ \ Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and drug-screen.\ \ Preferred Qualifications\ Proven experience with non-credit program curriculum development and scheduling, with emphasis on stackable credentials and certification pathways.\ \ Physical Requirements\ \ Position Salary\ Starting salary is likely to be between \$68,497 and \$90,869 per year with an excellent benefits package.\ \ Open Date\ 09/26/2024\ \ Open Until Filled\ Yes\ \ Special Instructions to Applicants\ This position will be open until filled; however, applications must be received on or before October 13, 2024, to be considered during the initial review window. Interviews for this position are anticipated to begin October 25 with an anticipated start date late November. Candidates selected for an interview will be asked to perform a brief 10-12 minute presentation. The topic for which will be emailed upon scheduling the interview.\ \ If you have a college degree or credits, please upload copies of your transcripts to your application along with a cover letter and resume. Photocopies of transcripts are acceptable to be uploaded. Please redact (black out) any personal information such as age, gende