Program Director of Academic Advising

Position Announcement
Program Director of Academic Advising
Illinois Eastern Community Colleges
Description: The Program Director of Academic Advising provides strategic leadership and oversight for advising services across the district. This position is responsible for ensuring a consistent, high-quality advising experience that supports student enrollment, retention, persistence, and completion. The Program Director of Academic Advising directs advising staff, manages training and information systems collaboratively with the Director of Advising Systems, and collaborates with campus and district partners to improve student success outcomes. This position requires regular travel between all four campuses and a flexible schedule, including evenings or weekends as needed. The Program Director of Academic Advising reports directly to the Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in education, counseling, or related field. Master’s degree preferred. 5+ years of experience in academic advising or student services. Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience. Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. Experience with student information systems and advising technologies.
Wages/Benefits: Base salary is $59,145.51 to $68,017.34. Benefits include, but are not limited to: medical, dental, and life insurance; paid sick leave, and personal days, and participation in State Universities Retirement System.
Applications: Send a letter of interest, resume, IECC application forms (available on our website), and transcripts to [email protected] or mail to:
Illinois Eastern Community Colleges
Attn: Human Resources
233 E. Chestnut St.
Olney, IL 62450
Application Applications will be reviewed as received and will be accepted until the position is filled.
Deadline:
Starting Date: Pending IECC Board of Trustees approval
Illinois Eastern Community Colleges is an institution of higher education comprised of Frontier Community College in Fairfiel d, Lincoln Trail College in Robinson, Olney Central College in Olney, and Wabash Valley College in Mt. Carmel. IECC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
IECC complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at (618) 395 -5299 Extension 5522.
IECC’s mission is to deliver exceptional education and services to improve the lives of our students and to strengthen our communities.
Equal Opportunity Employer