What are the responsibilities and job description for the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility Manager position at Girl Scout Council of the Nation's Capital?
Job Details
Are you passionate about fostering belonging, championing equity, and creating spaces where everyone feels empowered to thrive? Join Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital as our DEIA Manager and lead transformative initiatives that build a welcoming and inclusive community for youth and adults alike.
The Role
As the DEIA Manager, you will proactively develop and implement strategies that align with our mission to foster belonging and inclusion across our membership. From coordinating resources and trainings to analyzing feedback and facilitating conflict resolution, you will be the driving force behind initiatives that help members and volunteers overcome barriers, celebrate diversity, and build lasting community connections.
Acting as an Ombuds, you will also provide informal resolution for concerns, disputes, and conflicts, ensuring equitable access and participation across the Council.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead DEIA Programs: Develop and oversee comprehensive DEIA initiatives for youth and adult members, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Supervise & Support: Manage and mentor the DEIA Specialist, fostering growth and collaboration within the team.
• Enhance Cultural Competency: Streamline and promote best practices to advance cultural competencies and inclusive practices at all levels.
• Analyze & Act: Gather feedback and analyze data to develop actionable DEIA strategies and maintain a detailed project plan.
• Facilitate Conflict Resolution: Provide guidance for resolving individual and group conflicts while addressing systemic concerns.
• Train & Empower: Design and deliver staff trainings on DEIA principles and conflict resolution techniques.
• Collaborate & Plan: Partner with teams to integrate DEIA and conflict resolution themes into projects, curricula, and long-term planning.
• Foster Volunteer Leadership: Recruit, train, and mobilize volunteers to lead DEIA events and activities, creating ripple effects of inclusion throughout the community.
• Represent & Advocate: Act as a champion for DEIA initiatives in meetings and committees, amplifying diverse voices and ideas.
• Document & Communicate: Record meeting updates, action items, and progress reports to ensure transparency and accountability.
What You Bring
• Required Qualifications:
o Minimum of three years of professional experience in DEIA, conflict resolution, change management, or community-building.
o Proven ability to supervise staff and collaborate with volunteers.
o Knowledge of adult education and training methodologies.
o Familiarity with youth development principles.
o Strong interpersonal, organizational, and conflict resolution skills.
o Proficiency in MS O365, Google Suite, and tools like Qualtrics, Jotform, and gsLearn.
o Commitment to enhancing diversity and inclusion in teams and communities.
o Availability to travel throughout the Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital region as needed, including occasional evening and weekend meetings.
• Preferred Qualifications:
o Experience with Girl Scouting, volunteer management, or adult education.
o Spanish language skills are highly desirable.
If you’re ready to bring your expertise, creativity, and passion to a role that shapes the future of inclusion and equity in our community, we’d love to hear from you!
Some of Our Benefits
• 100% employer-paid HMO health insurance for employees (dependent coverage, POS, dental/vision available).
• 3% employer contribution to 403(b), plus additional 2% match.
• Generous paid leave benefits.
• Paid holidays/office closures include: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and December 26-31. The Presidential Inauguration Day is also an observed holiday on January 20th every four years. One floating holiday, annually.
• A vibrant workplace with a diverse staff who are dedicated to a common mission to make a difference in our community through Girl Scouting. Click here to read our bi-monthly staff newsletter to take a closer look.
Find out more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility at this link.
The starting salary range for this position is $76,000 - $80,000.
About Us
At Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital, we believe in the power of youth leadership. Our mission is to build Girl Scouts of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. We serve over 45,000 youth and 31,000 adult members across the District of Columbia and 25 counties in Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. We are dedicated to creating a vibrant and inclusive community where youth can thrive, learn new skills, and discover their leadership potential.
Salary : $76,000 - $80,000
