We are seeking applicants for a full-time Director position to manage the Electric Vehicle (EV) Career Pathway Program. This program is funded through an Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity grant which aims to establish the education and training infrastructure needed to meet the increasing demand for specialized technicians in EV manufacturing. This position will serve as the primary investigator for the grant and the single-point of contact for program partners at Rivian Automotive and the Bloomington Career Academy.

General responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead the design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the EV Career Pathway Program. This includes but is not limited to student recruitment, success support, budgeting, and reporting.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for Rivian, the Bloomington Career Academy, and other partners.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external partners to identify industry workforce needs and make recommendations to the CTE Dean, Director of Business and Industry Solutions, and others to enhance the program.
• Oversee the program budget. Ensure expenditures are aligned with program goals and grant requirements.
• Collect program performance data, assess outcomes, and identify and implement needed program improvements as appropriate.
• Work closely with the Grants Office to support accurate and on-time financial and program reporting as required by the funding agency.
• Serve as the primary liaison of the EV Career Pathway Program to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with instructional areas, College staff, and community resource agencies.
• In collaboration with the Associate Director, Workforce Empowerment Initiative, facilitate the maintenance of student information and records, including education and career plans, referrals made, and services provided.
• Maintain access of highly confidential student records in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

Learn more about our Electric Vehicle Program

• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• Experience performing project management related or grant-funded functions
• Ability to lead grant directives or specialized support programs
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills, attention to detail, ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and to function professionally under pressure
• Proven commitment to and understanding of the special needs of students from diverse academic, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds

• Master’s degree
• Familiarity with academic and student service functions in higher education
• Knowledge of electric vehicle and/or manufacturing industries
• Experience with budgeting and/or financial management

Applications received by August 4, 2025 will receive priority consideration, with review of applications continuing as needed.

THIS POSITION IS BASED IN NORMAL, IL AND REQUIRES ON-CAMPUS/IN-PERSON PRESENCE.

THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTINUED GRANT FUNDING.

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.

EMPLOYEE LEAVE
Vacation: 20 days (160 hours) per year with a maximum annual carry-over of 40 days (320 hours); Accrual of 6.16 hours will be granted on the last day of each pay period

Sick Leave: 12 days (96 hours) per year with unlimited annual carry-over; 12 days (96 hours) granted on start date; Beginning on the first anniversary, accrual of 3.70 hours will be granted on the last day of each pay period.

Volunteer Leave: 1 day (8 hours) per year with no annual carry-over;
8 hours granted on start date, then annually granted on January 1

Special Leave: Available by approval for bereavement, emergencies, and legal requirements

Parental Leave: 4 weeks for qualifying events, once per 12-month rolling period

Holidays: 12 designated paid holidays, plus 3 paid Floating Holidays (24 hours); Floating Holidays granted on start date, then annually granted on the anniversary date. HCC is closed from Christmas Eve Day through New Year’s Day generally resulting in additional paid days

EMPLOYEE INSURANCE COVERAGES
Eligibility begins the first day of the month following or coinciding with the date of employment.

Medical Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield, 2 Plan Options
$3,000 Deductible PPO (Copay Plan): Employee coverage paid 100%; dependent coverage paid 45%
$4,000 Deductible QHDHP (HSA Plan): Employee coverage paid 100%; dependent coverage paid 45%

Dental Insurance: Delta Dental
Employee coverage paid 100%; dependent coverage paid 45%

Vision Insurance: VSP
Employee coverage paid 100%; dependent coverage paid 45%

Life Insurance: Sun Life
Term life insurance equal to twice the annual base salary

Optional Insurances: Sun Life
Accident; Critical Illness; Long-term Disability; Voluntary Life

RETIREMENT BENEFITS
Retirement System: State Universities Retirement System (SURS) - choice of Traditional, Portable, or Retirement Savings Plan with 8% pre-tax payroll deduction

Retirement Health Insurance Plan: College Insurance Program (CIP) - health insurance for SURS retirees with 0.95% pre-tax payroll deduction

Savings Plan: SURS Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP) 457(b) – automatic enrollment with 3% pre-tax payroll deduction. Ability to opt out within 30 days of hire

Tax-sheltered Annuity Plan: 403(b) plan permitting voluntary salary reductions within IRS rules

OTHER BENEFITS
Flexible Spending Plan: Section 125 Plan permitting voluntary salary reductions to pay for eligible healthcare and childcare expenses using tax-free dollars within IRS rules

Tuition Waiver: HCC tuition waiver for employee and dependents and HCC Continuing Education course fee waiver for employee

Tuition Reimbursement: Tuition reimbursement for employee for up to $3,500 per fiscal year

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and referral service for employee and dependents

Employee Identification Card: Access to HCC Fitness and Recreation Center, HCC Library, and Bloomington- Normal Public Transit System (Connect Transit)

Sick Leave Bank

Long-Term Remote Work: With approval, up to 2 days (16 hours) remote work per week, after a minimum of 5 months in position

Long-Term Alternate Work Schedule: With approval, compressed workweek or flex work schedule, after a minimum of 5 months in position

Flexible Summer Work Schedule: With approval

Benefits listed are subject to change. Specific benefits may be dependent upon employment classification, duration of employment, full-time or part-time work status, etc.