Dean, Social Sciences & Business

Lincoln Land Community College

$96K — $133K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent
  • Post-secondary teaching and/or relevant work experience, ideally at a community college
  • Proven ability to forge effective relationships with diverse audiences
  • Demonstrated history of innovative educational management and a willingness to embrace change
  • Experience utilizing technology in administrative functions
  • Leadership in a setting that values diversity and inclusion
  • Knowledge of community college philosophies and effective teaching practices

Responsibilities

  • Plan, direct, and evaluate academic programs within the department
  • Supervise, support, and evaluate faculty and staff
  • Provide input towards professional development for faculty and staff
  • Develop a cost-effective class schedule that meets student needs
  • Maintain a learning environment aligned with best practices
  • Monitor compliance with faculty agreements
  • Resolve issues involving students, faculty, and staff
  • Foster a collegial, respectful workplace culture
  • Promote diversity and inclusivity in the workplace
  • Establish partnerships with high schools, colleges, and community agencies
  • Develop and assess departmental strategies aligned with college planning

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Supportive work environment that values collegiality
  • Engagement with a diverse student population
  • Commitment to the community college mission
Full Job Description
Position Details

Position Information

Quick Link
https://llcc.peopleadmin.com/postings/9501

Position Title
Dean, Social Sciences & Business

Full Time or Part Time
Full Time

Months Worked Per Year

12

Hours Worked Per Week

40

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8AM-5PM

Remote Work Availability
No

Job Description Summary

Lincoln Land Community College is searching for our next Dean, Social Sciences and Business. The Dean will provide leadership and administrative oversight for the disciplines and programs under the Dean's purview.

Starting salary is likely to be between $96,643 and $133,701 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.

Required Qualifications
  • Master's degree in one or more of the disciplines taught in the department or equivalent
  • Post-secondary teaching experience and/or relevant work experience, preferably at a community college
  • Evidence of effective working relationships with external and internal audiences
  • Successful record of innovative education and management practices and a willingness to assume risk
  • Evidence of an understanding and use of technology in an administrative setting
  • Ability to provide leadership in an institution where differences are valued
  • Demonstrated knowledge about learning college philosophies and best practices in teaching and learning
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
  • Superior written and oral communication skills
  • Thorough understanding of and total commitment to the community college mission


Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Earned Doctorate


Physical Requirements

Position Salary
Starting salary is likely to be between $96,643 and $133,701 per year with an excellent benefits package.

Requisition Detail Information

Open Date
06/10/2026

Last Day to Apply

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position will be open until filled; however, applications must be received on or before July 19, 2026, to be considered during the initial review window. Remote interviews anticipated to start August 3. On campus interviews anticipated to start September 1. Start date is anticipated to be September 28, 2026.

The Lincoln Land Community College (LLCC) district comprises all or part of 15 counties in central/central southern Illinois and covers 4,115 square miles making it the largest geographic community college district in the State of Illinois. The college's main campus is located in Springfield, Illinois. LLCC serves approximately 17,000 individuals annually through credit and non-credit courses at its Springfield campus, as well as at education service area sites throughout the district and online.

Transcripts are required for this position and should be uploaded 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, gender and Social Security Number from your transcripts or other documents you intend to share with us before you upload them to your application.

If you do not have transcripts to upload at the time of submission, please mail them to the address below and instead upload a Word document as your transcripts that indicates you will have transcripts sent directly to us. Please contact the Human Resources office at 217-786-2752 if you have any questions.

Lincoln Land Community College

ATTN: Human Resources

P.O. Box 19256

Springfield, IL 62794

Job Duties

Description of Job Duty

Planning, directing, and evaluating the department's academic programs.

Essential Duty?
Yes

Description of Job Duty

Supervising, supporting, and evaluating department faculty and staff.

Essential Duty?
Yes

Description of Job Duty

Providing input to Academic Innovation and eLearning towards professional development activities for faculty and to Human Resources for staff.

Essential Duty?
Yes

Description of Job Duty

Developing a comprehensive, cost-effective schedule of classes that meets student needs and maximizes the use of facilities (including outreach centers) and equipment.

Essential Duty?
Yes

Description of Job Duty

Maintaining a learning environment consistent with best-practice in college instruction.

Essential Duty?
Yes

Description of Job Duty

Monitoring compliance with faculty collective bargaining agreements.

Essential Duty?
Yes

Description of Job Duty

Resolving issues related to students, faculty, and staff within the department.

Essential Duty?
Yes

Description of Job Duty

Establishing and maintaining a workplace based upon collegiality, civility, and mutual respect.

Essential Duty?
Yes

Description of Job Duty

Contributing to a work environment that embraces diversity and diverse perspectives.

Essential Duty?
Yes

Description of Job Duty

Participating in and contributing to the development of partnerships with high schools, colleges/universities, community agencies, and companies.

Essential Duty?
Yes

Description of Job Duty

Developing, implementing, and assessing annual departmental strategies in relation to the college's planning and budgeting process.

Essential Duty?
Yes

Description of Job Duty

Collaborate with other administrators, faculty and staff to identify and accomplish initiatives that will positively impact student success.

Essential Duty?
Yes

Description of Job Duty

Assist in the college planning and assessment program by developing annual work unit objectives that support the strategic plan.

Essential Duty?
Yes

Description of Job Duty

Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Duty?
Yes

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