Outreach Specialist

Job Title: Outreach Specialist for Girl Scouts Heart of the South (GSHS)

Department: Outreach

Reports To: Director of Outreach Community Troops

Location: Depends on geographic assignment

FLSA Status: Full-Time Non-Exempt

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SUMMARY:

Girl Scouts Heart of the South builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place, and provides training and support to the adult volunteers who guide them. We are passionate about girl and adult leadership development and want individuals who are confident, energetic, and self-starters who love communicating and connecting with people on our team. You must be driven and be able to work in a fast-paced environment, excel when given a challenge, and adjust well to change. You must be an excellent communicator with a desire to positively impact the lives of girls and the ability to enthusiastically share the Girl Scout story.

Our Outreach Specialist will deliver, oversee, and evaluate innovative ways to provide customized programs aimed at increasing girl membership and Girl Scout presence in assigned areas. Ensure that membership marketing strategies are consistent with the philosophy of Girl Scouting as a membership organization, and ensure the vitality and relevancy of Girl Scout program delivery for membership recruitment and retention. Work directly with schools, community centers, religious organizations, and other groups to deliver the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implements a comprehensive program plan, in partnership with the Regional Manager of Membership, for girl recruitment and outreach program delivery.

• Establishes contact and develops collaborative relationships with key leaders, parents, and school officials to expand the Girl Scout program in areas where Girl Scouting is not present.

• Facilitate and coordinate weekly or monthly programs at schools, churches, or community centers to increase membership and develop girl leadership.

• Initiate community partnerships that extend the mission, vision, and membership of GSHS.

• Participates in program and membership planning processes to assist in the development of council goals, objectives, and action steps related to the program function.

• Maintains the necessary records and reports of programs, events, and activities for monthly management and yearly analysis.

• Submits accurate reports and information requested promptly to all departments.

• Assist in Girl Scout program implementation on the council level as needed

• Assist in the Cookie program for the outreach program.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills required.

• Ability to give and receive information by telephone, via email, and in person.

• Ability to analyze data and produce required statistical reports and budgets.

• Ability to work effectively with adults, girls, and community groups reflective of the council's diversity.

• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.

• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage resources and projects.

• Excellent problem-solving, ethical decision-making, and conflict resolution skills required.

• Excellent time management and organizational skills are required.

• Must be able to lift 35 pounds without difficulty.

• Must be self-motivated and learn, subscribe to, and promote the Girl Scout philosophy

• Skills in curriculum development and group leadership.

• Attend, actively participate, and successfully complete required Girl Scout training.

• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple priorities, work

independently, and meet deadlines.

• Ability to learn, understand, apply, interpret, and promote the Girl Scout leadership development experience, and our policies, standards, and organizational structures

• Must provide own transportation

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree or related experience in child/youth development, program planning and implementation, and experiential education

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Spanish is a plus but not required

LICENSES:

• Valid state driver’s license

• Travel within the Council’s jurisdiction is required.

NOTE: This document describes typical duties and responsibilities and is not intended to limit management from assigning other work as required.

Girl Scouts Heart of the South is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer, we will consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under local, state, or federal law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Nights as needed
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Tupelo, MS 38801

Salary : $40,000 - $50,000