Description
We seek applicants for a full-time, 12-month position in the Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (LASS) division. This role supports the Dean in leading the development, oversight, and operational success of division courses and programs. Key responsibilities include collaborating with faculty on curriculum and assessment, hiring and evaluating instructors, managing course schedules, and promoting division programs. The position also advances division-wide initiatives to boost student success and advance the College’s mission and strategic goals.
General responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Curriculum & Instructional Leadership
- Serve as the curriculum and instructional leader for assigned area of the division, and assist faculty in the development and review of curricula and instructional methods
- Support program reviews, general education outcome measurements, college-wide assessment initiatives, and other programming improvement efforts
- Communicate regularly with the faculty regarding instructional matters
- Promote effective integration and use of technology in teaching and learning
Faculty Supervision
- Collaborate with the Dean to recruit, hire, schedule, and evaluate full-time and adjunct faculty
- Participate in classroom instruction and professional development opportunities to maintain best practices in teaching and leadership
Student Success & Community Engagement
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to develop and execute initiatives and strategies to improve student recruitment, persistence, and success
- Assist the Dean in addressing student complaints
- Represent LASS programs to schools, the community, and local business and industry leaders
- Help plan and lead advisory team meetings
Operations & Budget Management
- Oversee budget development, approvals, and expenditures for assigned areas
- Complete reports, requests, and records for state and national agencies
Requirements
- Master’s degree in a discipline within Liberal Arts and Social Sciences division or a related field
- Successful teaching experience
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to work independently and to function professionally under pressure
- Ability to foster professional relationships to advance strategic goals of the division and work inclusively with diverse groups of students, employees, external leaders, and other community members
Desired Qualifications
- Teaching experience in a community college setting
- Administrative experience in higher education or related area, which may include performance evaluation, scheduling, and staffing
- Experience with curriculum development and program review
- Record of effective leadership
Please prepare a written response to the following question as a separate document and upload it with your application materials in PDF or Microsoft Word format: What do you see as the value of liberal arts and social sciences in today’s educational landscape, particularly within the context of community colleges?
To apply, please go to https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/heartland/jobs/5485318/associate-dean-liberal-arts-and-social-sciences?keywords=Associate%20Dean%2C%20Liberal%20Arts%20and%20Social%20Sciences&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Applications submitted by October 16, 2026 will receive priority consideration, with review of applications continuing as needed.
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN CENTRAL ILLINOIS AND ABILITY TO BE PRESENT ON-CAMPUS/IN-PERSON IS REQUIRED.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
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About Heart and Community College
Heartland is an open-enrollment, comprehensive community college. With three regional campuses, Heartland has an average annual enrollment of approximately 5,000 credit students and 10,000 non-credit students. Offering 15 degrees and 64 certificates, the College has a wide range of educational pathways that include traditional transfer-oriented degrees, work-ready degrees, and workplace training certifications. Heartland provides a supportive, values-based environment to help students get the most out of their college experience. Additionally, Heartland is the community resource for local High School Equivalency (HSE) and English as a Second Language (ESL) programs.
Heartland provides extensive continuing education programming to meet the personal enrichment and community education needs of the College’s district. Offerings include Kids@Heartland, professional development, and customized training for organizations.
Heartland Community College is an equal opportunity institution.
HCC values equity, diversity and inclusion. We create a collegial and welcoming culture by taking collective responsibility in the creation, protection, and enhancement of an equitable, diverse, and inclusive campus community.
