Job Description

STEAM - Activity Leader

SUPERVISOR: STEAM Center Manager

DEPARTMENT: Program

FLSA STATUS: Part-Time/Seasonal

LAST UPDATED: 01/26/23

LEADERSHIP SUMMARY

The Activity Leader will infuse and model the Girl Scout Law into their everyday work to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.

POSITION SUMMARY

The STEAM Activity Leader assists the STEAM Center Manager with events for girls ranging from kindergarten to 12th grade. Responsible for setting up and taking down event materials and helping to ensure the successful running of events.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Collaborate and communicate with STEAM Center Manager, interns, and property technician on event needs
• Lead activities including but not limited to 3D printers, spheros, arts & crafts, microscopes, etc.
• Support with planning and preparing STEAM programming
• Maintain equipment during events
• Maintain STEAM center inventory
• Follows program rules and policies
• Maintains a positive attitude and professionalism with girls, parents, volunteers, and staff
• Complete annual professional development
• In keeping with our commitment to the Girl Scouts' Law and Promise, our council emphasizes teamwork, investment in the organization's success, and commitment to each other. To align with those values, we expect that all team members will actively engage in 'all call' endeavors as announced by the organization periodically. There are times throughout our year when the work of other departments becomes heavy and/or critically timely. In the spirit of teamwork, we require that requests for assistance be met with collaborative enthusiasm by all team members. Examples may include but are not limited to-membership recruitment/renewal campaigns and efforts, product program logistics and support to include cookie cupboards and volunteer assistance, volunteer appreciation and engagement, retail inventory and delivery (among regional offices), program signature event participation, and support, and property maintenance/improvement as requested.

CULTURAL EXPECTATIONS

Professionalism - complying strictly with corporate policies and procedures; conducting oneself with integrity, reliability, and accountability; demonstrating pride in attention to day-to-day work and processes; representing the organization well and being committed to its mission; developing and maintaining relationships with a spirit of inclusion and respect; exhibiting courtesy and attentiveness to the thoughts, feelings, and ideas of others; engaging in courageous conversations by being able to engage considerately with others; representing the organization appropriately and effectively with your words, actions, and appearance

Timeliness - being accountable to deadlines and schedules; holding oneself to a high standard of punctuality and preparedness; optimizing personal timetables to accelerate organizational workflow and prevent/reduce inefficiencies of time, resources, and talent; being available and accessible during work hours; showing up for work on time and when you should.

Organizational Citizenship - being a productive member of the organizational team; contributing to the collective whole of the organization; having a commitment to the organization's success, as well as your member department; devoting yourself to advancing our collective mission.

Environmental Respect - demonstrating respect and care for all organizational property and facilities; engaging in practices that support a welcoming and productive workspace; remaining mindful and sensitive to the needs/feelings of other team members; doing your part to keep property and facilities clean, uncluttered and well-maintained to support an optimally operational environment; dedicating yourself toward the Girl Scout ideal of 'leaving a place/space better than you found it; conserving energy and resources whenever possible.

Possibility Thinking - striving to contribute to a 'next-level' mindset regarding organizational objectives; engaging in innovative work plans to achieve goals; participating in discussions and seeking input regarding problem-solving measures; exhibiting creativity and a willingness to try new things to achieve results.

KNOWLEDGE AND CREDENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Experience working with youth
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record
• Ability to pass a background check

Preferred

• Knowledge of Girl Scout Leadership Experience
• First Aid and CPR certification
• Experience with STEM technology (3D printer, coding software, etc.)

ABILITY AND SKILLS QUALIFICATIONS

• Membership with GSUSA and subscribes to the principles of the Girl Scout Movement
• Strong human relations skills and ability to work well with others of diverse cultures
• Ability to exercise good judgment
• Ability to follow directions and demonstrate task completion
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Solution-driven with the ability to effectively problem solve
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds
• Ability to bend, stoop, and sit for extended periods
• Ability to work outdoors periodically

SCHEDULE AND LODGING

• Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and evenings
• Set up on Friday, approximately 3 hours prior to event day
• Saturday events, approximately 6 hours, including event and breakdown
• The STEAM Center hosts 12-15 events annually

SUPERVISORY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Staff: NONE

Committee(s): NONE

The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee. It should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. All employees may be required to complete other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.