University of Chicago · 3 weeks ago
Leadership Development Coach
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$75K/yr - $90K/yr
5+ years expThe University of Chicago is a prestigious institution known for its rigorous approach to business education. They are seeking a Leadership Development Coach to oversee and manage developmental programs, including the LEAD class for MBA students, providing coaching and support to facilitators and students.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Works independently to develop leadership education and other programming. Reviews work of teams of student facilitators in the creation and delivery of classroom modules for the programs. This includes understanding MBA student learning needs and aspirations, understanding the LDO learning from experience model and metrics for success, creating and implementing developmental programming that catalyzes students’ growth as leaders, promoting programs to attract and engage students, and overseeing daily operations for assigned programs
Develops and implements training exercises and workshops that support the learning of the facilitators and participants. Provides individual coaching to facilitators in their process of developing and delivering the programs, and acts as a content resource to facilitators. Serves as a process consultant and attends class sessions, committee meetings, module tests, and other involvement in activities that the facilitators undertake
Responsible for all aspects of the recruiting and selection process for student facilitators, including facilitator orientation programs
Contributes to the quality of the student experience at Booth. This includes offering perspective concerning the student experience at Booth along with ideas concerning how to improve it and engaging with the broader life of the Booth community in meaningful ways
Develops and implements training exercises and workshops that support the learning of the facilitators and participants. Provides individual coaching to facilitators in their process of developing and delivering the programs, and acts as a content resource to facilitators. Serves as a process consultant and attends class sessions, committee meetings, module tests, and other involvement in activities that the facilitators undertake
Uses in-depth knowledge and experience to provide individual and team feedback as well as counseling to students as they learn and reflect upon their interpersonal skill development and performance in leadership education programs and at the University
Performs other related work as needed
Qualification
Required
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (required)
Preferred
Bachelor's degree
Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills, as well as organizational skills
Work independently with little supervision; possess a self-motivated disposition; identify opportunities for improvement and recommend effective changes, all while achieving key objectives resulting in desired outcomes
Excellent strategic planning, critical thinking, analytical, and facilitation skills
Handle multiple detailed tasks/projects simultaneously and meet strict deadlines
Demonstrated ability to work effectively and diplomatically with colleagues, as well as with students, faculty and corporate contacts in a multitude of communication methods, including in-person, email, and phone
Professional demeanor, including tact, discretion, and a customer service-oriented approach
Benefits
Health, retirement, and paid time off
Company
University of Chicago
One of the world’s great intellectual destinations, the University of Chicago empowers scholars and students to ask tough questions, cross disciplinary boundaries, and challenge conventional thinking to enrich human life around the globe.
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