We seek applicants for a full-time position to join our Continuing Education (CE) team. Analysts propose, develop, manage, and evaluate programs and courses that support the evolving professional development and personal learning needs of District 540 businesses, organizations, and residents.

General responsibilities include, but are not limited to

• Conduct research and needs analyses for potential CE opportunities for personal enrichment and professional development offerings to address local unmet needs.
• Make data-informed proposals for program budgets and CE course offerings, obtaining supervisor approval, and advancing approved courses as appropriate.
• Oversee all elements of CE course planning. This includes ensuring quality content, appropriate format, schedule, materials, facilities, audio/visual needs, etc.
• Identify and hire instructors or training vendors with supervisor approval and in accordance with applicable Human Resources processes, including completion of appropriate hiring paperwork, conducting interviews, completing reference checks, scheduling teaching demonstrations, and creating instructor agreements.
• Collaborate with colleagues in advancing professional development programs that offer appropriate Continuing Education Units (CEUs), Professional Development (PD)s, badges, or other professional credentials.
• Collaborate with other Analysts and the supervisor to ensure the accomplishment of overall programming targets, strategic scheduling, booklet development deadlines, and support of special initiatives.
• Work with the Coordinator, Marketing, in the promotion of programs, courses, and events, as appropriate.
• Assist in the evaluation of course enrollment and participant satisfaction
• Serve as an ambassador for Continuing Education through communications and classroom visits to welcome participants, monitor quality, and build personal connections. This may include some evenings and weekends.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to work independently, and function professionally under pressure.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft 365 Suite and across multiple technologies, online tools, and software platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and interact effectively with diverse internal and external constituents.
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively and critically.
• Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends.

• Experience in developing and managing educational programs
• Familiarity with District 540

Applications received by January 30, 2026, 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.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

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.