LDA Leadership Coach – Jones Center for Leadership & Service - UTK

University of Tennessee•Knoxville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This Leadership Coach supports the development of a leadership coaching program within the Jones Center for Leadership and Service (JCLS). This position works directly with undergraduate and graduate students to provide individualized, group, and peer-to-peer coaching experiences that support leadership identity, efficacy, and capacity necessary for personal, academic, civic/career outcomes. Reporting to the Assistant Director, this position partners closely with JCLS professional staff to build coaching frameworks, design program infrastructure, and contribute to a culture of intentional leader and leadership development across campus. This position also supports faculty and staff training initiatives, including programs centered on coach-like approaches to leadership and service.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
One year of experience coaching, mentoring, or advising undergraduate or high school students. This may include time as a student leader or graduate student.
Working knowledge of coaching principles, frameworks, and ethical practice standards
Familiarity with International Coaching Federation (ICF) competencies and credentialing structure
Strong interpersonal and active listening skills
Ability to build trust and maintain professional coaching relationships with diverse student populations
Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external constituents to foster positive and productive relationships
Ability to show initiative, make sound decisions, work independently, and manage multiple priorities
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment-based visa status.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in higher education, counseling, organizational leadership, or a related field.
Professional experience in a higher education or student affairs setting.
Experience in individual and group coaching with college students
Experience in curriculum development and workshop facilitation
Experience advising student organizations or leadership programs
Experience in assessment and program evaluation.
Active ICF credential at the Associate Certified Coach (ACC) or Professional Certified Coach (PCC) level
Certified CliftonStrengths coach or demonstrated experience using CliftonStrengths as a coaching tool
Skilled in leadership development programming and coaching program design
Knowledge of student development theory and its application to coaching practice
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and relevant student engagement or coaching management platforms

Responsibilities

Support the design and implementation of a leadership coaching program serving undergraduate and graduate students
Provide individualized leadership coaching sessions with students focused on developing leadership identity, capacity, and efficacy
Facilitate group coaching experiences that build community and shared leadership capacity among student participants
Develop training/programs focused on increasing capacity in students for peer-to-peer leadership coaching in leadership and service contexts
Partner with the Assistant Director to develop session structures and program infrastructure
Integrate evidence-based coaching tools and assessments, including CliftonStrengths, into coaching practice as appropriate
Support the design and facilitation of training for faculty, staff, and student leaders
Maintain a consistent coaching caseload and manage scheduling, documentation, and follow-up for coaching relationships consistent with the leadership coaching professional practice
Guide students in establishing and achieving leadership and personal development goals through structured coaching relationships
Oversee design and deliver training sessions on leadership coaching topics for undergraduate and graduate students
Support the facilitation of programs centered on coach-like approaches to leadership and service
Collaborate with JCLS staff to develop and continuously improve training curriculum and facilitation materials
Serve as a subject matter expert on coaching philosophy, methodology, and practice within the department consistent with the International Coaching Federation
Stay current on emerging leadership development theories, coaching practices, and professional certifications relevant to the role
Represent JCLS in facilitation and training capacities at campus events, retreats, and programs as needed
Contribute to the design and implementation of an assessment framework to evaluate the effectiveness and impact of the leadership coaching program, including utilizing the GLEAD Dynamic Leadership Assessment
Collect and analyze data on student coaching engagement, progress, and outcomes to inform program improvements
Assist with department strategic planning and implementation of initiatives that directly support the leadership and service goals of the University and Division
Contribute to department-wide assessment efforts to evaluate student learning, student development, and stakeholder perceptions
Identify trends and recommend improvements to coaching program structures, resources, and delivery methods
Contribute to publications and communications, including website content, that highlight the coaching program and its outcomes
Collaborate with university and community partners to advance leadership coaching as a complement to curricular and co-curricular programs
Cultivate relationships with key campus stakeholders to build awareness of and identify students who may benefit from the leadership coaching program
Conduct outreach and engagement efforts to increase student awareness of and participation in leadership coaching programs and services
Serve on university and community committees that support leadership development and student engagement at UTK
Present programs and serve in an advisory capacity as requested by campus, community, and student constituents
Maintain active professional development and engagement within relevant coaching and leadership professional associations, including the International Coaching Federation (ICF).