Find & Apply For Higher Education Administrator Jobs in Grayslake, Illinois

President College of Lake County (IL) The Board of Trustees of the College of Lake County (CLC) invites applications and nominations for an exceptional leader to serve as the institution's next President. Located in northeastern Illinois and within the greater Chicago metropolitan area, CLC is committed to providing equitable, high-quality education, cultural enrichment, and workforce partnerships that transform lives and strengthen communities. The College seeks a visionary, collaborative, and student-centered leader to build on its strong momentum and guide the institution into its next chapter of innovation, growth, and impact. Essential Job Functions Academic Excellence, Enrollment, Workforce Development

Support Academic Excellence and Student Outcomes:

Partner with faculty to uphold instructional quality and effective evaluation of student outcomes , while maintaining an understanding of the complementary value of career, technical, and liberal arts education.

Foster Student Success and Expand Access:

Demonstrate a strong commitment to implementing strategies that boost enrollment, retention, and completion of students' educational goals and support of lifelong learning amid a changing student landscape.

Grow Academic and Workforce Offerings:

Ensure the continued quality and growth of academic and workforce offerings. Integrate emerging technologies, innovative teaching methods, and suitable learning models to keep pace with rapidly changing education and workforce training needs. Government Relations, Fundraising, Resource Development

Develop and Strengthen Government Relationships:

Continue to strengthen relationships with local, state, and federal entities, as well as elected and appointed officials, to advocate for the College's interests.

Build Community Partnerships and Institutional Advancement:

Explore and increase new and existing revenue streams through strategic partnerships, business partnerships, philanthropic outreach, community engagement, and fundraising initiatives. Encourage and support grant-writing initiatives throughout the College. Actively support and provide leadership for the College's Foundation Board.

Support Employee Relationships:

Demonstrate knowledge of collective bargaining with a solid understanding of union and employer rights, responsibilities, and the principle of good faith negotiation through interest-based bargaining principles. Build and nurture shared decision-making across constituent groups and support shared governance. Characteristics and Skill Sets

Visionary Student-Focused Leader:

Guides the College into the future with a learner-centered focus and clear strategic direction; implements effective strategies to improve retention and completion rates; and supports and engages in all campus life activities.

Team-Focused and Transparent Communicator:

Fosters an environment of mutual respect and open communication; serves as an authentic, approachable leader with high integrity and emotional intelligence, skilled at making tough decisions, building trust, and driving collaboration.

Strategic and Culturally Knowledgeable Leader:

Builds trust, empowers employees, champions transformative ideas, and sets clear, measurable goals for accountability; recruits, retains, and develops talented employees; and demonstrates an evidence-based commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Fiscally Astute Leader:

Demonstrates a proven track record of managing large, complex budgets aligned with an institutional strategic plan.

Community Relations and Educational Partnerships Builder:

Creates and strengthens strategic partnerships, working closely with business, industry, and education partners (regional school districts and higher education institutions) to enhance economic impact and community building.

Innovation and Technology Integrator:

Supports innovative processes to align emerging technology with the needs of students, employees, and programs to enhance College operations and the student experience.

Board Relations Advocate:

Understands, cultivates and values a strong relationship with an elected governing board; communicates openly and honestly about College operations; and works with the board to preserve effective governance practices for the greater good of the institution. Minimum Qualifications

• A master's degree from a regionally accredited institution is required; an earned doctorate or other terminal degree is preferred.
• Progressive, senior-level administrative experience in higher education is required. Experience at a community or technical college is strongly preferred.
• College teaching experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of the CLC community.

Compensation and Benefits The annual salary range for this position is $286,000 - $320,500 commensurate with experience and qualifications. The College of Lake County offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, and vision insurance, participation in the State Universities Retirement System (SURS), paid time off, and other employee benefits. Additional details can be found at https://clc.touchpointsonline.com/ . How to

Apply:

This is a confidential search process. To ensure full consideration, application materials should be received no later than November 6, 2026. The position will remain open until filled. To apply go to President, College of Lake County, IL . je-583f61f4b9b243e3b9e415f67402d1ca