Blackburn College, a unique four-year liberal arts college with a student-managed work program located in Carlinville, IL, seeks applications for the position of Assistant Dean of Students and Director of Housing. The Assistant Dean will serve as a professional staff member in the Office of Student Life under the supervision of the Vice President of Student Life and Dean of Students. The Director will be responsible for leadership and administrative oversight of a comprehensive housing program serving up to 400 students.

A Bachelor’s degree and prior experience in undergraduate housing and residence life is required, while a Master’s degree with prior residence life and undergraduate housing experience is preferred. The successful candidate must be a self-starter with excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to lead when encountering stressful situations. In addition, the successful candidate will have a working knowledge of best practices for student success and development; strong organizational skills; and a proven commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

The salary range for this position will be $52,500-$62,500. The final salary offered will depend on the individual’s years of related work experience and whether the education qualifications are met.

Blackburn College features a robust benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• 403B Retirement Account
• 403B Employer Match
• EAP
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• FSA and HSA Options
• Tuition Remission/Tuition Exchange
• Life Insurance

Blackburn College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and seeks to build an inclusive community that can engage the interests of a diverse population. We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and sustaining a culture that reflects the diversity of our country, and as such we particularly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups such as women, people of color, LGBTQ+, veterans, and those with disabilities.

Send resume, cover letter including a diversity statement describing what diversity means to you and why it is important, and the names/addresses/phone numbers of three current, and professional references to: Human Resources, Blackburn College, 700 College Ave., Ludlum 110, Carlinville, IL 62626 or email hr@blackburn.edu. Employment-based immigration sponsorship is not offered for this position. Phone calls or walk-ins not accepted. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and the position will remain open until filled.