Professional Development Coach - Navy Shipyard Leadership Support - Serco North America

Are you passionate about guiding leaders to achieve their full potential and enhancing team performance? Serco-NA is seeking an experienced Professional Development Coach to support leadership development and organizational effectiveness within Navy-owned shipyards. In this role, you will provide personalized coaching to shipyard leaders, fostering their professional growth and improving operational excellence across critical naval maintenance and repair operations. This position is located in Portsmouth, VA / Kittery Maine.

This position is contingent upon your ability to obtain and maintain your DoD level Secret clearance.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Leadership Coaching: Provide tailored coaching to shipyard supervisors and managers, focusing on leadership development, strategic decision-making, and interpersonal skills.
• Performance Improvement: Support leaders in identifying areas for improvement, setting actionable goals, and achieving measurable results.
• Conflict Resolution: Guide leaders in managing and resolving workplace challenges to foster a collaborative and productive environment.
• Change Management: Assist leaders in navigating organizational changes, aligning teams with strategic objectives, and maintaining operational continuity.
• Skill Development: Deliver training on leadership best practices, communication, and time management tailored to the shipyard's unique operational context.
• Feedback and Reporting: Regularly assess progress through one-on-one sessions, providing feedback and actionable recommendations to enhance leadership effectiveness.

To be successful in this role, you should possess:

•  A Bachelor’s Degree in leadership, organizational development, psychology, or a related field. Coaching certifications (e.g., ICF, Gallup) and a minimum of 3 years in leadership or professional development coaching, preferably in industrial or military environments.
• Familiarity with Navy shipyards, maintenance activities, or related industries is a strong advantage. 
• Must be able to obtain a Secret level DoD clearance.
• Ability to travel occasionally to various shipyard locations as needed.
• Travel up to 10% may be required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Expertise in leadership principles, coaching techniques, and team dynamics.
• Proficiency in conflict resolutions and change management strategies.

Additional Desired Experience and Skills:

• Knowledge of US Navy shipyard operations, policies, and practices
• Experience supporting leaders in complex, high-stakes environments.
• A proven track record of delivering impactful leadership development programs.

At Serco-NA, we are committed to empowering our workforce and clients to excel in their missions. As a Professional Development Coach, you will have the opportunity to directly influence the success of Navy shipyard leaders and their teams, contributing to the operational readiness and effectiveness of our nation's naval fleet.  

Apply today to make a meaningful impact on the professional growth of shipyard leaders and the safety and success of our sailors.

**Serco Inc. is using this posting for the purpose of responding to a proposal. We are seeking qualified candidates in the event of a contract award. This position is not currently funded/active.  Should Serco be awarded the contract, and you meet the qualifications of the position, you will be considered in the selection process.**

In compliance with local laws regarding pay transparency, the salary range for this role is $56,397.65 to $84,596.99; however, Serco considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills

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Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

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