Leadership Institute
Application for 2016-2017
Ivy Tech Leadership Institute is a critical element of the College’s succession planning model which is
designed to create an internal pipeline of qualified talent for future roles of leadership. This program is targeted
at employees who are identified as high performing and having high leadership potential who also intend to
remain with the College and build their career. Leadership Institute is a new program intended to bridge the
gap between our Leadership Academy and Executive Leadership Cohort programs.
The objective of Leadership Institute is to develop these employees and create a talent pipeline for senior-level
positions, such as Executive Director, Dean, Assistant/Associate/Vice Chancellor, and Assistant/Associate
Vice President. Prior participation in Leadership Academy is not a requirement.
Leadership Academy: develop employees for entry- to mid-level leadership
positions such as Manager, Director, Faculty Chair, and Associate Dean
Leadership Institute: develop employees for senior-level leadership positions
such as Executive Director, Dean, Asst./Assoc./Vice Chancellor, and
Asst./Assoc. Vice President
Executive Leadership Cohort: develop employees for executive-level
leadership positions such as Campus President, Chancellor, and Vice President
Qualifications for Leadership Institute Applicants:
 Full time employee
 Excellent performance in current role
 High in leadership potential
 Seeks senior-level leadership position
Requirements of Leadership Institute Participants:
 “Pay it Forward” and share learning
 Work with others on a team project
 Complete assignments between sessions
 Supervisor approval to participate
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Models the Ivy Tech Core Values
Employed at least one year with Ivy Tech
Currently serving as entry- to mid-level leader
Positive attitude, collaborative, team player
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Select and work with a mentor
Serve as a mentor
Able to attend every session
Leadership Institute Learning Objectives
By the end of Leadership Institute, participants will be able to:
1. Identify and develop talent to meet the College’s succession planning needs
2. Solve complex problems in a statewide system
3. Demonstrate the ability to gain critical perspectives, create buy-in, and manage organizational
politics through collaboration
4. Utilize team building techniques and lead with strategic purpose and vision
5. Develop professional goals, create action plans, and analyze progress in preparation for
assuming increased responsibility
Logistics
Content Areas
Session Dates:
 360 Degree Assessment
 February 2016: individual one-day meeting TBD
 Strengths Based Leadership
 March 24-25, 2016
 Individual Development Plan (IDP)
 April 28-29, 2016
 Mentoring
 June 9-10, 2016
 Coaching & Developing Others
 July 28-29, 2016
 Project Management
 September 8-9, 2016
 Managing Organizational Politics
 October 20-21, 2016
 Inspiring, Influencing & Motivating
 December 7-8, 2016
 Ivy Tech Statewide System
 January 2017: via distance
 Performance Management
 February 9-10, 2017
Application Process:
 Internal Interviewing
 March 30-31, 2017
New supervisors and other interested
employees
as identified
regional
HR
Participants:
Case Studies
Participants:
15 participants
from by
across
the state
One
day session
fall and spring
Dates:
Action
Learning
Projecteach
(ALP)
Location: Indianapolis
Location: Determined by regional HR and held
in each
region/combined
Training
Provided
By: Ivy Techregion
Talent Development team
Training Provided By: Supervisor Education Trainers
Logistics & Coordination Provided By: Regional HR
Content: Developed and provided by Central Office Talent Development
 Program Pre-work: Strengths Assessment and Various CBTs
 Building and Managing a Team
 Hiring and Staffing
 Handling Performance Problems and De-escalating Issues
 Ivy Tech HR Policies and Procedures
Communication and Conflict Management
Situational Leadership
Application Instructions for Leadership Institute
Completed application packets are due October 23, 2015 to your regional Executive Director of Human
Resources. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
Before Submitting an Application, Review the Preceding Pages to:
 Confirm that Leadership Institute is the appropriate program level, given your experience
 Verify that you meet the qualifications listed on page 1
 Ensure that you willing and able to meet the requirements for participation on page 1
 Review the session dates and confirm that you are able to attend every session
What You Need to Submit:
 This application form
 A current resume
 Two recommendation forms
o One from your supervisor
o One from an Ivy Tech leader – someone in a leadership role within the College
Important Dates to Remember:
October 23, 2015
November 6, 2015
November 20, 2015
Application packets due
Regional finalists selected
Participants selected by Talent Development & Assessment Council
Questions:
If you have questions regarding this application, the process, or the program, please contact John Lowe,
Director of Talent Development at jlowe54@ivytech.edu.
Applicant Information
First Name
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Last Name
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Phone
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Ivy Tech Email
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Region
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Campus
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Position
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Department
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Years at Ivy Tech
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Supervisor Name
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Have you served on a regional committee? If so, what
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committee and what was your role?
Have you served on a statewide committee? If so,
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what committee and what was your role?
Career Questions (Please respond to each question in 300 words or less)
Describe your career path. How did it lead to your current role at Ivy Tech? How has it prepared you for future
success?
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Describe your future career goals.
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How willing are you to work at another Ivy Tech location if a position became available? (Select one option)
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Somewhat unwilling
Somewhat willing
Very willing
Where are you willing to relocate? (select all that apply)
☐ Northeast
☐ Bloomington
☐ Northwest
☐ Central Indiana
☐ Richmond
☐ Columbus
☐ Southern Indiana
☐ East Central
☐ Southeast
☐ Kokomo
☐ Southwest
☐ Lafayette
☐ Wabash Valley
☐ North Central
☐ Central Office
Describe any factors that would influence your willingness to relocate.
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Leadership Questions (Please respond to each question in 300 words or less)
Why do you believe you should be selected for the Ivy Tech Leadership Institute?
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Describe your accomplishments and results in your current role. What is your track record for consistently
delivering results? What have you done to improve results?
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Describe your leadership style. How would your direct reports describe you? What is your role as a leader?
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Describe how you model the Ivy Tech Core Values.
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What do you do to build trust with and influence others? Describe a time you did this with your immediate
team. Describe a time you did this with employees outside your reporting structure.
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Describe a time when you encountered unexpected changes or obstacles in your role. How did you handle
them? What were the outcomes?
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Describe a project you led. How did you develop a strategy for approaching the project? What perspectives did
you seek? How did you prioritize? What were the results?
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How do you plan to “Pay It Forward” – share your Leadership Institute learning when you return to your
region?
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Applicant and supervisor signature needed for application
Signature: ________________________________________________
Date: Click here to enter a date.
Applicant Signature
Approval: _________________________________________________ Date: Click here to enter a date.
Supervisor Signature