Community, Corporate Workforce Education Director

Overview

Rend Lake College seeks a full-time Community, Corporate, & Workforce Education Director
. The Director of Community, Corporate and Workforce Education provides strategic leadership and oversight for all noncredit, workforce, and corporate training initiatives. This role focuses on building partnerships with business, industry, and community organizations to deliver innovative education and training solutions that meet regional workforce needs. The Director ensures alignment of programs with institutional goals, labor market trends, and community priorities.

Some of the main functions of the position are as follows:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive vision for community and corporate education programs, including workforce development, professional development, and lifelong learning.
• Lead efforts to identify and respond to regional workforce needs through partnerships with employers, economic development agencies, and community organizations.
• Oversee development, marketing, and delivery of training programs for business and industry, including customized solutions, short-term certifications, and apprenticeships.
• Support and collaborate on the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of professional development and noncredit programs to meet community and industry demand.
• Supervise staff to ensure effective program management, compliance, and customer service.
• Collaborate with internal departments to integrate noncredit and credit pathways, competency-based education, and micro-credentials.
• Manage budgets, contracts, and reporting for grants and workforce initiatives.
• Represent the college at local, state, and national meetings related to workforce and community education.

• Bachelor's degree in a related business field required, Master’s preferred.
• Must be able to successfully pass a background screening.
• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills required.
• Ability to deliver industry-based training, including customized or contract training for employers, workforce development programs, or short-term credentialing initiatives.
• Direct industry experience in one or more sectors aligned with workforce (e.g., manufacturing, healthcare, business, technology, or skilled trades).
• Ability to work collaboratively with industry partners, employers, and economic development entities to identify training needs and develop responsive programs.

$60,000 - $65,000 salary or commensurate with experience

Full benefits which include health insurance, retirement, life insurance and paid-time off

Free tuition for employee, spouse and dependents

Tentative start date:
To be negotiated

Final date to receive applications is:
February 9th, 2026

For more information contact:

Kim Rogers
Human Resources Director
c/o Rend Lake College
468 N. Ken Gray Pkwy / Ina, IL 62846
, Ext. 1228
or e-mail to hr

Application should include:

• Cover Letter
• Application
• Resume
• Transcripts

Rend Lake College is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. Rend Lake College does not discriminate in any of its policies on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or any other status protected by law. Questions about Title IX or Disability Access may be directed to titleix or das, respectively.