
Employment
Lincoln Campus Positions
Normal Campus Positions
Full Time
- Director of Faculty Development – ABE Program
- Buildings and Grounds Position
- Admissions Counselor
- Admissions Counselor-Center for Adult Learning and Accelerated Bridge to Education
Part Time
Locksmith
Reports to: Director of Buildings and Grounds
Employee Classification: Non-Exempt, Part- Time
Department: Buildings and Grounds
Job Summary
Perform a wide range of locksmith duties, including the installation, maintenance and repair of locks, doors, and hardware; opening of locks on doors; rekeying locks and maintaining records. Disassembles locks, such as padlocks, door locks, and repairs or replaces worn tumblers, springs, and other parts.
Representative Job Duties and Responsibilities – includes the following but does not necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.
- Disassembles locks such as padlocks, door locks, and repairs or replaces worn tumblers, springs and other parts.
- Changes lock cylinders
- Cut new or duplicate keys, using keycutting machines.
- Removes broken keys and repairs malfunctioning locks.
- Maintains key records.
- Fits and installs doors locks and related hardware.
- Installs or repairs hydraulic door closers using hand and power tools.
- Orders parts and supplies and maintains inventory records.
- Performs related work as assigned.
Preferred Job Qualifications and Experience:
- Education and experience equivalent to 4 years of locksmith experience
- Knowledge of the standard methods, procedures, and various types of locks and tools used in the installation, maintenance, and repair of locks, doors and hardware.
- Knowledge of the latest locks, locking systems
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- Skill in the use and operation of various hand and power tools.
- Skill in the installation of locks, doors, and hardware.
- Skill in diagnosing the cause of lock and door malfunctions.
- Ability to perform physical activities, such as, but not limited to, lifting equipment (up to 50 lbs. unassisted), bending, standing, climbing or walking.
- Ability to safely use manual tools and power equipment.
Compensation:
Compensation is based on qualifications and experience
The successful candidate is expected to assist the College in achieving its vision and mission. Customer focus, college services, and a willingness to assist as needed are expectations for all employees.
To apply:
Applications may be picked up at the Lincoln College Maintenance Building, 319 Hennepin St., Lincoln, IL from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm Monday through Friday. To ensure full consideration, submit application, letter of interest, resume and the name and complete contact information of three references to: Director of Building and Grounds, Lincoln College, 300 Keokuk St., Lincoln, IL 62656 or rpiatt@lincolncollege.edu. Preference will be given to persons who apply by April 19, 2013.
Director of Faculty Development Center for Adult Learning – Normal Campus
Lincoln College – Normal seeks applicants for the position of Director of Faculty Development through the Center for Adult Learning. This is a 12-month full-time administrative position. The position expands the services provided to faculty who teach in the Accelerated Bridge to Education (ABE) by strengthening teaching and their students’ learning and through the development of interactive workshops and presentations. The successful candidate will be encouraged to practice and develop his/her teaching and learning within Lincoln College-Normal.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Make faculty assignments for all ABE sites
- Hire, observe, and evaluate adjunct faculty teaching in ABE
- Develop programs for faculty development
- Promote best practices in teaching
- Coordinate Prior Learning Assessment
- Identify grant opportunities for scholarship of teaching and learning
- Maintain the ABE Faculty Group on the learning management system
- Network with other institutions offering faculty development and the scholarship of teaching and learning
- Establish a process to recognize, celebrate, and award excellence
- Teach an average of 3 credit hours per semester in an area of need in the ABE program
This position requires effective written and oral communication skills; strong interpersonal and organizational skills; a demonstrated ability to adapt to changing circumstances and to work as a self-motivated team member; a demonstrated ability to multi-task and meet deadlines; experience with higher education; the ability to serve diverse populations, specifically adult returning students; and to build strong working relationships with faculty, staff, and students. Some travel is required.
A Master’s degree in one of the following fields is required: Liberal arts (including any of the following or related fields: political science, philosophy, sociology, history, psychology, communications and/or English); Business Management; Health Services Administration; Criminal Justice Studies; or Organizational Leadership. The successful candidate should have a demonstrated success in teaching adult learners in accelerated learning formats, experience in working with non-traditional student populations and adult learning theory, a demonstrated success in conducting instructional design and faculty development workshops, and experience with learning management systems, preferably Angel.
Candidates should submit a letter of interest and qualifications for the position along with a resume and contact information, including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses, for three professional references. An official copy of transcripts of all college-level work will be required, although unofficial copies may be submitted with the initial application. Items should be sent via email by May 10, 2013 to:
Joni Allison, Associate Dean
Center for Adult Learning
Lincoln College – Normal
jallison@lincolncollege.edu
Position will be open until filled.
Full-time Buildings and Grounds-Normal Campus
Lincoln College-Normal seeks applicants for the position of full-time Buildings and Grounds worker, beginning no sooner than May 20, 2013. Located in Normal, Illinois, Lincoln College-Normal is a private, bachelor degree granting college and is a branch campus of Lincoln College in Lincoln, Illinois. Lincoln College, chartered in 1865, is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association.
Responsibilities and Tasks
Reports to: Director of Buildings and Grounds, Lincoln College-Normal
Daily Tasks
- Meet regularly with supervisor
- Maintain facilities and grounds
- Check and complete all maintenance requests for campus in timely fashion
- Pick up trash outside and throughout campus facilities and empty outside garbage cans
- Proactively look for and repair damage in facility common areas and outside areas of campus
- Request reorder of needed supplies via supervisor
- Record and plan for any needed repairs
- Check and maintain college vehicles and maintenance department equipment as needed
Additional Tasks
- Seasonal mowing, trimming and general upkeep of College grounds and landscaping
- If snow removal is required, snow plow parking areas, clean and salt sidewalks and stairwells
- Change furnace filters in HVAC equipment in all facilities
- Check emergency lights & exit lights
- Check all water meter rooms for leaks/repair/maintenance issues
- Pressure wash buildings once a year
- Floor buffing for all tile areas – twice weekly
- Cleaning/custodial duties as assigned by supervisor
- Special projects/additional duties as assigned
Work Schedule
- 40 hours per week, occasional overtime required.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Must possess a valid driver’s license
- 1-2 years of position-related experience is required; 3-5 years of position-related experience is preferred
Remuneration
Full-time, 12 month position with benefits package including health, dental, and life insurance.
Application Process: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Resumes may be submitted to:
Director of Buildings and Grounds
Lincoln College-Normal
715 West Raab Road
Normal, IL 61761
Or via email at: twaltner@lincolncollege.edu
Admissions Counselor-Normal Campus
Position Overview: This professional position is a member of the Admissions Team and is responsible for effectively managing a geographic territory by recruiting high school, transfer and international students to the academic programs offered at Lincoln College in general with a focus on the Normal Campus. This position is primarily responsible for recruiting students to achieve enrollment goals while seeking to build relationships with key high school, community college personnel, and community leaders.
General Description: Meet with students, family members, high school counselors, College representatives, business, and community representatives. Contact students via telephone, e-mail, text, mail, and various social media. Provide excellent customer service that puts the student first. Participate in admission interviews and build professional relationships with respective audiences. Compile and analyze admission data. Achieve enrollment goals. Plan and participate in campus events sponsored by Lincoln College and the Office of Admissions.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required. A Master’s degree preferred. A background in admissions, recruiting, marketing or a related field is required. Individual must be a self-starter with strong planning skills who is able to work in a team and with minimal supervision. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required. Candidate must possess a valid driver’s license. Up to 50% travel is required.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
- Manage specific recruitment objectives including headcount and conversion rate goals.
- Helps plan and implement Admissions marketing strategies including the development and maintenance of publications that execute those strategies.
- Maintain a regular communication plan with prospective students, applicants, accepted students, deposited students and their family members.
- Represent the College at various functions to interpret the admissions requirements, provide financial aid information and guidelines, and give information regarding courses of study and other facets of the College to prospective students, families, and school administrators.
- Conduct and or attend Open Houses, campus tours, college fairs, high school visits, receptions, luncheons, and other visits for the purpose of recruiting students.
- Use the College’s computer information system to document and follow-up with inquiries, applicants, accepted, and confirmed students.
- Review admissions applications, evaluate credentials, and make admissions recommendations.
- Ensure that all admission procedures and stages are complete so students are ready to move into the advising and enrollment phase.
- Ability to work some evenings and weekends and willingness to travel to selected locations.
- Respect the confidential nature of information provided by students and family members.
- Completes all assignments and routine reports related to recruitment projections, personal schedule, travel, special programs, and professional development in a timely manner.
- Plan and participate in College wide and Admissions events both on and off campus.
- Work effectively with Admissions team members, leadership, faculty, student ambassadors, financial aid professionals, residential life professionals, the business office and the registrar to ensure a smooth transition from applicant to enrolled student.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
The evaluation of candidates begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.
Items to Include:
Cover Letter
Resume
Names and contact information for three professional references
Contact Information: Send letter, resume, and references list to:
Angela M. Ambers-Henderson, J.D.
Director of Admissions
Lincoln College-Normal
715 W. Raab Rd
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 452-0500
Electronic Submission: aambershenderson@lincolncollege.edu
Center for Adult Learning
Accelerated Bridge to Education (ABE) Admissions Counselor
Position Overview: Responsible for the recruitment of students to the Accelerated Bridge to Education Program (ABE), a division of the Center for Adult Learning (CAL) of Lincoln College-Normal.
General Description: Meet with prospective students, family members, local business owners, employers and representatives of other organizations to provide information about the ABE program. Conduct admission interviews and build professional relationships with respective audiences. Compile and analyze admission data. Plan and participate in on-campus and off-campus events sponsored by the Accelerated Bridge to Education Program and other organizations.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required. Experience working with adult learners or non-traditional students is preferred. A background in admissions, recruiting, marketing or a related field is required. Excellent oral and written communication skills are required. Candidate must possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Frequent travel to additional ABE sites in Oglesby, Springfield, and the surrounding communities may be required.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
- Represent Lincoln College at adult population programs.
- Conduct Information Sessions; participate in Open Houses, and interviews with prospective students as necessary.
- Assist the Center for Adult Learning team in networking with employers to identify potential Lincoln College students.
- ensure ads are placed in a timely manner, publications are up to date and supply is adequate, as well as research new and innovative ways to reach target audience.
- Manage specific recruitment objectives including headcount and conversion rate goals.
- Implement, monitor, and manage regular communication plan with prospective students, applicants, accepted students and deposited students.
- Use the College’s computer information system to monitor and track inquiries and applicants.
- Ensure admission procedures and stages are complete so students are ready to move into the advising and enrollment phase.
- Work effectively with faculty, financial aid professionals, the business office, academic advisors, and the registrar to ensure a smooth transition from applicant to enrolled student.
- Ability to work some evenings and weekends and willingness to travel to selected locations.
- Respect for the confidential nature of information provided by students and family members.
- Complete assignments in a timely fashion.
The evaluation of candidates begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.
Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to:
Joni Allison
Associate Dean of the Center for Adult Learning
Lincoln College-Normal
715 E. Raab Rd
Normal, IL 61761
Adjunct Faculty in the ABE program
General Education Faculty:
- Mathematics: Statistics, College Algebra, Finite Math
- Sciences: Biology, Physical Geography
Business Faculty:
- Business Ethics
- Finance: Principles, International
- International Business
- Management: Operations
Liberal Arts Faculty
- Critical Reasoning and Analytical Methods (Research)
- Humanities: Contemporary Literature, Advanced Literary Genres
- Social Sciences: Leadership, International Relations
- Science, Technology and Environment: American Environment, Issues in Information Technology
Health Services Administration Faculty
- Ambulatory Practice Management
- Epidemiology: Disease frequency; Measures of Effect and Public Health Impact, Studies Designs, and Main Analytic Methods.
- Billing and Coding
- Long Term Care Management
The ideal candidates will have Master’s Degree and a demonstrated ability or potential of teaching adult learners in an accelerated format and/or hybrid teaching experience. Learn more about ABE’s Program and plans of study, Visit The Center for Adult Learning. The ideal candidate for positions in HSA should also have an experience/background in public health or health care delivery. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled.
Send letters of application, curriculum vitae and three letters of reference to:
Joni Allison, Associate Dean
Center for Adult Learning
715 W. Raab Road, Normal, IL 61761
Adjunct Faculty
We invite qualified teachers to become part of our adjunct faculty pool. Online and hybrid teaching experience is a plus! Interested candidates should e-mail their vita and cover letter to the Dean of Academic Affairs jkratz@lincolncollege.edu.
Lincoln College is an equal opportunity employer.