Description
The Certified Professional Coach provides executive and leadership coaching services to federal personnel participating in a 360-degree leadership assessment program. This role supports leadership development initiatives by delivering individualized coaching sessions, interpreting assessment results, and guiding participants in strengthening leadership competencies.
The Coach works as part of a broader program that includes EQ360 and CliftonStrengths assessments, helping participants translate feedback into actionable development plans and improved workplace performance.Â
Key Responsibilities
1. Individual Coaching Delivery- Conduct one-on-one coaching sessions (approximately 60 minutes each) for program participantsÂ
- Deliver coaching to up to ~25 participants across leadership levelsÂ
- Facilitate ongoing coaching engagements, typically:Â
- 1-3 sessions per participant initiallyÂ
- Additional ad hoc sessions (2-4 hours/month per participant)Â
- Schedule sessions directly with participants and maintain flexibility for availabilityÂ
- Be prepared to respond to coaching requests within 24 hoursÂ
2. Leadership Assessment Interpretation- Review and interpret results from:Â
- EQ360 (emotional intelligence 360 assessments)Â
- CliftonStrengths assessmentsÂ
- Translate assessment data into:Â
- Clear developmental insightsÂ
- Strength-based coaching strategiesÂ
- Help participants understand:Â
- Leadership strengthsÂ
- Development areasÂ
- Behavioral patterns and blind spotsÂ
3. Development Planning & Goal Setting- Guide participants in creating personalized leadership development plansÂ
- Establish measurable goals aligned to:Â
- Leadership competenciesÂ
- Organizational objectivesÂ
- Provide accountability and progress tracking across coaching sessionsÂ
4. Program Support & Collaboration- Coordinate with program leadership and stakeholders on coaching deliveryÂ
- Support integration of coaching with broader:Â
- Leadership development initiativesÂ
- Workforce planning strategiesÂ
- Participate in program kickoff sessions and briefings as neededÂ
5. Reporting & Documentation- Provide coaching completion summaries (no PII or sensitive content) to the CORÂ
- Track coaching hours and participation for reporting and invoicing purposesÂ
- Maintain strict confidentiality of all participant interactionsÂ
6. Confidentiality & Data Protection- Safeguard all participant information and assessment dataÂ
- Ensure compliance with federal privacy and data protection standardsÂ
- Avoid disclosure of personally identifiable or sensitive coaching content
Requirements
- Active professional coaching certification, such as:Â
- ICF (ACC, PCC, or MCC) preferredÂ
- Demonstrated experience providing executive or leadership coachingÂ
- Experience working with 360-degree assessments and feedback toolsÂ
- Strong understanding of:Â
- Emotional intelligence frameworksÂ
- Strength-based coaching methodologiesÂ
- Ability to work with senior professionals in a federal or regulated environmentÂ
Preferred Qualifications- Prior experience supporting U.S. federal agencies or government clientsÂ
- Familiarity with:Â
- EQ360 assessmentsÂ
- CliftonStrengths (Gallup)Â
- Background in:Â
- Organizational developmentÂ
- Leadership training or consultingÂ
Key Skills- Executive presence and strong interpersonal skillsÂ
- Ability to build trust and rapport quicklyÂ
- Strong listening, questioning, and facilitation skillsÂ
- Analytical ability to interpret assessment dataÂ
- High level of discretion and professionalismÂ