At Girl Scouts we know that given the opportunity, every girl can become a leader with the courage to act on her values, develop the ability to make clear decisions, and acquire the self-confidence to make a difference in the world around her. Girl Scouts helps girls grow courageous and strong through girl-driven programs, reflecting the ever-changing needs and interests of girls.
Girl Scouts of Western Washington is seeking an advocate of Girl Scouts to join the Community Development team as a Membership Recruitment Coordinator. This individual will present the benefits of Girl Scouting at recruiting events held at schools, community centers and libraries in the Longview and Kelso areas. This is a part-time, temporary position that would last about 8 weeks from mid-March until mid-May. The work schedule will vary depending on the number of recruiting events, but would typically be between 10-15 hours per week. Recruiting events are typically held between the hours of 5pm to 7pm, Monday and Thursday, with an occasional Saturday event.
To apply, please send a cover letter and resume indicating the job title, your last name and where you saw this job posting.
Essential Functions:
Plan and implement recruitment events, including events aimed at recruiting adults to volunteer as Girl Scout leaders or other key leadership positions.
Assist with contacting schools to secure authorization for materials distribution; facilitate the printing and distribution of school recruitment flyers, reminder bracelets and other recruitment materials.
Confidently present to diverse groups the essence of Girl Scouts and the specifics of volunteering with Girl Scouts.
Assist with the preparation and distribution of recruitment and training boxes to volunteers so they are ready and available for events and activities.
Co-organize and facilitate recruitment in specified locations, including managing volunteers and Girl Scout troops assisting with event. Conduct day, evening and weekend recruitment events for girls and adults in schools and other locations. Communicate progress, successes, and challenges regularly with Community Development Manager.
In addition to the above, perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
• Good persuasive, public speaking skills
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize deadlines
• Knowledge of youth development and the Girl Scout program required
• Proficient in Word and Access or other database system
• Availability to work varied hours, including evenings and weekends
• Experience in public relations, marketing or sales preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills to ensure effective interactions with individuals at all levels and backgrounds
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Valid driver's license, vehicle in working condition, proof of insurance, and the ability to fulfill timely and extensive travel requirements across widespread regional geography (Cowlitz County)
• Maintain membership in Girl Scouts
• Satisfactory results from criminal background search
About Girl Scouts of Western Washington
Girl Scouts is for every girl and we are committed to serving girls who face sometimes overwhelming obstacles through programs such as Girl Scouts Beyond Bars, serving the daughters of women in prison, Girl Scouts Fostering A Future, serving girls who are in foster care, Girl Scouting in the School Day meeting with girls in area elementary and middle schools and Skills For Life, serving girls in low income housing communities, many of whom are new to this country. We currently serve over 26,000 girls in partnership with nearly 13,000 volunteers throughout seventeen counties in western Washington. In addition to our headquarters, we operate field offices located in Bellevue, Bremerton, DuPont and Marysville, as well as six camp properties: Camp Lyle Mcleod and Camp St. Albans near Belfair, Camp Robbinswold on the Hood Canal, Camp Evergreen near Longview, Camp Klahanee near Hoquiam and Camp River Ranch, near Carnation.
Girl Scouts of Western Washington staff is committed to upholding the following values in our work:
Diversity • Balance • Fun • Dependability • Stewardship • Respect • Integrity • Transparency • Collaboration • Innovation • Dynamic
An Equal Opportunity Employer
- Location: Cowlitz County
- Compensation: $11/hr, part-time (10-15 hrs/wk), temporary (8 weeks)
- This is a part-time job.
- This is a contract job.
- This is at a non-profit organization.
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