Workforce Development

Workforce Development & Community Education

The Workforce Development and Community Education division of Lincoln Land Community College is a key player in the economic development arena of its district and the Central Illinois region. It is a major contributor to the overall economic stability and prosperity of the district through collaboration with other public and private interest groups, and directly through workforce preparation of its residents. In addition, it is the venue of choice for continuing professional development, as well as customized training and business solutions for business and industry, and lifelong self-development opportunities for the district.

Dr. Judy Jozaitis
Vice President, Workforce Development and Community Education

Workforce Development Center, Suite 400

217-786-2420

judy.jozaitis@llcc.edu

Ms. Darla Cochran

Assistant to the Vice President, Workforce Development and Community Education

Workforce Development Center, Suite 400

217-786-2407

darla.cochran@llcc.edu

Mr. John Allen

Director, Community Learning

Millennium Center, Room 1135

Community Learning, Elderhostel, Academy of Lifelong Learning, Volunteer Center, and Youth Programs

217-786-2430

john.allen@llcc.edu

Mr. Donald Alwerdt

Program Developer, Workforce Development

Workforce Development Center, Suite 400

Development of short-term training programs and contract training

217-786-2434

donald.alwerdt@llcc.edu

Ms. Lyn Buerkett

Director, Adult Education and Literacy

Millennium Center, Room 1126

Adult Basic Education and GED Preparation Classes, English as a Second Language, Citizenship Preparation Classes, Literacy Tutoring, and Employability Skills

217-786-4534

lyn.buerkett@llcc.edu

Mr. Bob Howard

Director, Truck Driver Training

Truck Driver Training Center, located south of campus on Shepherd Road

Commercial Drivers License Training

217-786-2565

bob.howard@llcc.edu

Ms. Paula Luebbert

Assistant Vice President, Government Training and Economic Development

Capital City Training Center

Government Training, Professional Continuing Education, Contract Training, Short-term Technology Training, and Small Business Development