University Life Coach

Position Description

Contributes to the advancement of institutional student success through University life coaching. Exemplifies the expectations of the university. Performs complex personal life coaching, resource identification and referral, professional development, and other training with individuals and programs. Performance is based on individual effectiveness as well as overall program results obtained. The University Life Coaching position is restricted to use within the department of University Coaching and Student Achievement.

About

the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan‑area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two‑thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School.

The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

Major/Essential Functions

• Life Coaching (70%) – Provide Life Coaching to students as defined by the International Coaching Federation and the department. Actively contribute and participate in coaching development meetings, tasks, and processes.
• Develop & Represent (15%) – Actively and willingly collaborate with campus partners to meet student needs. Refer as appropriate to other departments and student services. Create, develop, and facilitate presentations offered by the program to campus stakeholders. Assume role of presenter as requested/assigned. Participate in department and campus meetings/trainings/professional development opportunities.
• Productivity & Improvement (10%) – Achieve 100 base hours of coaching experience and earn an Associate Certified Coach certification through the International Coaching Federation. Actively participate in department and campus meetings. This may include representing the organization on committees, associations, etc. Professionally document appointment summary notes and other communications as specified by institutional and departmental policies in timely and efficient manner.
  
  Be familiar with systems like Salesforce, Microsoft 365, Adobe, & Canvas. As assigned, participate in relevant stakeholder meetings.
• Analyze & Report (5%) – Provide weekly check‑ins on student progress and coaching load. Report progress of the deployment of outreach campaigns and coaching initiatives. Ability to recognize trends/patterns and communicate them effectively.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required plus three years progressively responsible advising, counseling, or coaching experience. Additional education may substitute for experience on a year for year basis. ICF ACC credential must be obtained within one year of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of ICF accredited training hours/program (must include transcript in application materials).
• 2+ years working with students in a higher education setting.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Job Family

Academic & Student Services

Job Sub Family

Student Support

Hourly Pay Range

$19.47 - $25.29 - $31.15

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Grant Funded?

No

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

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