Director, Institutional Research & Effectiveness

Director, Institutional Research & Effectiveness

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Months Worked Per Year: 12

Hours Worked Per Week: 40

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00-5:00

Remote Work Availability: No

Job Description Summary

From data to decisions-drive institutional excellence at Lincoln Land Community College!

The position has primary responsibility for research projects, predictive analytics, and initiatives that strengthen the overall operations and effectiveness of Lincoln Land Community College. The Director provides the leadership needed to guide institutional research and regional accreditation processes as well as provide support for program accreditation, assessment and program review, quality improvement efforts, and other institutional effectiveness projects and assignments.

As a staff member 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!

Starting salary is likely to be between $81,333 and $110,194 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.

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

• Masters degree in a quantitatively-oriented field such as statistics, mathematics, social sciences, educational administration, planning or research; or an appropriate combination of education and significant professional experience.
• At least five years of progressively responsible experience with accreditation, institutional effectiveness, and/or institutional research.
• Ability to design and conduct research, evaluate data, and communicate findings to appropriate campus stakeholders.
• Ability to collaborate with appropriate stakeholders and solve complex issues related to institutional effectiveness.
• Detail orientation, a collaborative leadership style, conflict resolution skills, strong analytical skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, multi-tasking capabilities, and good time management skills.
• Proficiency with computer programs.
• Ability to work with and maintain confidential files and information.

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

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Requirements

Position Salary: Starting salary is likely to be between $81,333 and $110,194 per year with an excellent benefits package.
Open Date: 04/22/2026
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 May 14, 2026 to be considered during the initial review window. Remote interviews for this position are anticipated to begin May 26, 2026 with onsite interviews beginning June 8, 2026. Anticipated start date for this position is July 6, 2026.

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 View phone number on communitycolleges.academickeys.com if you have any questions.

Lincoln Land Community College

ATTN : Human Resources

P.O. Box 19256

Springfield, IL 62794

To apply, visit