Top 20 Associate dean Jobs in Illinois

Associate Dean for Administration
University of Illinois —Chicago, IL
- $175,000 - $225,000 a year
- CPA
- 5 years
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Associate Dean, Director First Year Student Success
The Art Institute of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 7 years
- Master's degree
- Supervising experience
- Paid time off
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Associate Dean
City Colleges of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $92,866 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
Associate Dean, Director of Academic and Career Coaching
The Art Institute of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 7 years
- Master's degree
- University
- Paid time off
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University Libraries, Associate Dean for Collection Strategy
Loyola University Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $115,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Master's degree
- University
Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs- IL- Chicago College of Optometry
Midwestern University —Downers Grove, IL
- Online Application
- 5 years
- Clinic experience
- Research
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
School of Law, Clinical Professor and Rodin Associate Dean for Experiential Learning, Non-Tenure Track
Loyola University Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $140,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- University
- Senior level
- Leadership
Associate Dean Of Correctional Programs at Kewanee Correctional Center
Lake Land College Illinois —Kewanee, IL
- $64,000 - $65,000 a year
- Writing skills
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Associate Professor/Professor and Master of Social Work (MSW) Program Director (6363)
Northern Illinois University —DeKalb, IL
- $90,000 a year
- Part-time
- University
- Social Work
- Senior level
Associate Dean of Correctional Programs at Sheridan Correctional Center
Lake Land College Illinois —Sheridan, IL
- $64,000 - $65,000 a year
- Writing skills
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Associate Dean of Nursing, Clinical Excellence
Rasmussen University —Mokena, IL
- $85,300 - $119,400 a year
- Full-time
- Nursing
- RN License
- 5 years
- AD&D insurance
- Health insurance
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Associate Dean of Correctional Programs at Big Muddy River Correctional Center
Lake Land College Illinois —Ina, IL
- $64,000 - $65,000 a year
- Writing skills
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Associate Dean, Director Employer Engagement and Programming
The Art Institute of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 7 years
- Writing skills
- Public speaking
- Paid time off
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Business/Administrative Associate - Assistant to the Dean (INTERNAL SEARCH ONLY)
Eastern Illinois University —Charleston, IL
- $4,087 - $4,584 a month
- Monday to Friday
- Public speaking
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Fellowship Director (Assistant or Associate Professor of Clinical Psychiatry) - SMS-3297
SIU Medicine —Springfield, IL
- Day shift
- Medicine
- Psychiatry
- University
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Neonatologist/Assistant or Associate Professor SMS-3635
SIU Medicine —Springfield, IL
- $295,000 - $324,500 a year
- Day shift
- Medicine
- Pediatrics
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Pediatrics Behavioral/Development Assistant or Associate Professor of Clinical Pediatrics - SMS-2532
SIU Medicine —Springfield, IL
- Day shift
- Medicine
- Inpatient
- Clinic
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Program Director - Assistant/Associate Professor of Clinical Psychiatry - SMS-3714
SIU Medicine —Springfield, IL
- $232,500 - $262,500 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Medicine
- Psychiatry
- Internal Medicine
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Assistant/Associate Professor of Clinical Obstetrics & Gynecology (Decatur) - SMS-3597
SIU Medicine —Decatur, IL
- Day shift
- Private practice
- Medicine
- BC/BE
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Pediatric Nephrologist (Assistant or Associate Professor of Clinical Pediatrics) - SMS-3453
SIU Medicine —Springfield, IL
- Day shift
- Medicine
- Doctoral degree
- Inpatient
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance

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Associate Dean for Administration

University of Illinois -
Chicago, IL

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Job Details

$175,000 - $225,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Team leadership
Academic institution experience
Experience at colleges/universities
General management
Excel data analysis
University experience

Full Job Description

Associate Dean for Administration

Hiring Department: LAS Administration

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1042326

Posting Close Date: 9/11/2026

Salary: The budgeted salary range for this position is $175,000-$225,000.

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Position Summary
The Associate Dean for Administration serves as the senior budgetary and financial officer for the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. This role provides strategic financial leadership and expert advice to the Dean on all matters related to budgeting, finance, resource allocation. The Associate Dean develops and implements policies, procedures, and financial models that support the College's strategic vision and goals. This position represents the College in campus-wide budget and finance forums, and oversees College-level financial operations to ensure efficiency, compliance, and fiscal sustainability.

Duties & Responsibilities

Strategic Financial Planning and Budgeting

Develop short- and long- term financial projections, model various scenarios, and provide financial reports and analyses to inform strategic decision-making, goal setting, and resource allocation.

Create and advance a sustainable financial strategy for the College.

Assess the financial viability of departments by analyzing revenues, expenses, reserves, and sustainability; recommend subsidies or adjustments as needed.

Advise on efficient organizational structures, centralization vs. decentralization of functions, and funding mechanisms that incentivize alignment with College priorities.

Prepare the College’s annual recurring state budget and implement annual pay increase programs for unionized and non-unionized faculty and staff.

Manage cash flow, year-end financial closings, and resolution of account-level deficits.

Provide ad-hoc reports to College, campus, and unit leadership.

Leadership and Representation

Advise the Dean and executive officers on resource allocation, policy implementation and best practices.

Represent the College at campus-wide budget and finance meetings, task forces, and committees.

Provide leadership to departmental business managers on finance and budgetary matters, policies, procedures and best practices.

Supervise College-level business and financial staff.

Oversee day-to-day financial and business operations in the Dean’s Office, including budget setting, variance analysis, and resource projections for college-level cost centers including IT, Advancement, Marketing & Communications, and College Student Learning Centers.

Collaborate with other Associate Deans and College leadership on special projects and initiatives.

Compliance, Operations, and Risk Management

Ensure compliance with College and campus policies and procedures; implement them efficiently within the College.

Establish internal controls and efficient processes across departments to minimize risk.

Review documents including gift agreements, contracts, MOUs, and budgets for faculty and new programs.

Minimum Qualifications

CPA or Master’s degree in finance, business administration, or a related field required.
Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience as a budget or finance professional in higher education.
At least 5 years of experience managing and supervising a team of professional staff.
Expert proficiency in Excel; experience with Tableau or other financial reporting and data visualization tools preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly to diverse audiences.
Demonstrated ability to think strategically, solve problems creatively, build collaborative relationships, and exercise sound judgment in a complex, fast-paced environment.

Application Instructions

For fullest consideration, please upload a resume, cover letter and the names and contact information for three professional references by September 4, 2026. The position close date is September 11, 2026.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

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Fellowship Director (Assistant or Associate Professor of Clinical Psychiatry) - SMS-3297

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Pediatrics Behavioral/Development Assistant or Associate Professor of Clinical Pediatrics - SMS-2532

Program Director - Assistant/Associate Professor of Clinical Psychiatry - SMS-3714

Assistant/Associate Professor of Clinical Obstetrics & Gynecology (Decatur) - SMS-3597

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