Leadership Development , Coaching & Mentoring

2026-11-03

The California State Department of Conservation ( Department ) requires a qualified training professional to develop customized training and provide coaching and mentoring that enhance leadership work practices and enable the Department to sustain a successful , high performing workforce . D . Work to be Performed Contractor agrees to provide the Department with all services as described herein : • Training , coaching , and mentoring will be conducted via both live instructor - led virtual courses and in - person courses , or a combination of both . • PLEASE NOTE : The Department is not looking for on - demand training or strength - based leadership coaching . Deliverables : Task 1 : Coaching and Mentoring • Objective : To provide coaching and mentoring that will build on a new or seasoned manager , supervisor , or executive ’ s current ability and help them to perform at a higher level . • Actions :  Hold coaching sessions with staff approved by the Department Project Representative , Department Training Officer , or Department Designee . The Contractor will coordinate with the approved staff to arrange coaching sessions . During these sessions , the Contractor shall work with staff to work through their challenges .  Application assignments : designated readings , coaching expectations , simulation exercises , etc . to be completed by next session .  Create an open environment of confidentiality to discuss current obstacles and desired outcomes .  Contractor shall provide 200 hours of professional coaching .  Coaches shall be experienced in communicating and providing sound problem - solving resolution strategies with management .  Coaching and mentoring sessions are confidential , meaning the substance of the conversations between the Contractor and employee are not shared or voluntarily disclosed with anyone by the Contractor . The Department agrees to not request information about the substantive content of the training sessions . An exception to confidentiality will be invoked and mandatory reporting will be made by the Contractor to the Department and / or appropriate authorities if there is any discussion by the employee of harm to self or others that occurs in the one - on - one sessions or in any related communication . Task 2 : Transitioning into Leadership • Required course topics :  Strategies to move from “ technical expert ” to “ people leader ”  Adapting a leadership mindset and developing an effective leadership style that creates a culture of trust and establishes credibility  Setting clear expectations and boundaries without destroying relationships  Understanding and adapting to various work styles  Effective meeting and facilitation skills

California

2026-03-27