Girl Scouts San Diego

As part of the largest girl-serving nonprofit in the country, Girl Scouts San Diego (GSSD) builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. With the help of more than 8,000 volunteers, GSSD serves 15,000 girls in grades K-12 through the service area of San Diego and Imperial Counties. For a century, Girl Scouts San Diego has engaged and inspired generations of leaders. Through the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, the proven program that focuses on science, technology, engineering and math (STEM); the outdoors; life skills; and entrepreneurship (cookie and fall product programs), girls learn to empower themselves for a lifetime of leadership and success. Position Overview: The temporary part-time   Membership Recruitment Assistant   is responsible for developing and implementing recruiting strategies to increase participation and awareness in Girl Scouting through a variety of in person meetings, presentations and opportunities with various schools, organizations, and other community constituents. Essential Responsibilities: Assists in achieving the council's corporate goals for girl and adult membership through implementing membership strategies in assigned areas In partnership with Membership Recruitment Specialist start new troops in each assigned area through generation of leads Creates new leads and troops by contacting organizations that work specifically with children including schools, community and faith-based organizations and other businesses that are within an assigned area Assists in planning, scheduling, promoting and facilitating events, presentations or meetings in assigned area Represent Girl Scouts San Diego at schools, events, and other locations Follow-up and follow-through with leads and referrals in a timely manner Works with cross-functional team to determine or develop innovative techniques to ensure the effective delivery of recruitment strategies Performs additional duties as assigned to assist in fulfillment of the council's mission and goals Hourly rate:  $17.00 per hour.  Required Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years of related work experience or Bachelor's degree Bilingual English/Spanish, preferred Excellent communication and presentation skills Attention to detail with an ability to effectively complete multiple priorities and tasks Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends as needed Position is based out of our San Diego/Carlsbad location. However, may work from our other locations as assigned Valid drivers' license, proof of insurance, and access to reliable transportation. Daily and/or occasional travel is required Must have belief in the mission and values of Girl Scouting; be willing to subscribe to the principles expressed in the Promise and Law, and aware of the needs of girls in our pluralistic society Girl Scouts San Diego is an Equal Opportunity Employer and invites applications from all qualified candidates.  

Girl Scouts San Diego is seeking an innovative go-getter to lead and champion effective recruitment and retention efforts to increase the awareness and engagement of girls and adults in Girl Scouting. The Membership Recruitment Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and assessing comprehensive year-round recruitment strategies and plans to promote girl and adult membership growth, and leads and guides a team of membership recruiters. Essential Responsibilities: Provide strategic leadership in the recruitment of girls and adults through development and implementation of community cultivation strategies to elevate and enhance visibility of the Girl Scout mission and program. Oversee the development, implementation, and assessment of comprehensive, data-driven, and innovative recruitment plans for girl membership growth. Utilize the continuous improvement model to evaluate membership recruitment initiatives and adjust plans based on outcomes. Provide direction on the development of resources to support the council’s recruitment strategies. Ensure that recruitment strategies and plans are consistent with the philosophy and mission of Girl Scouting and the council’s overarching strategic priorities. Take a leadership role in building strong relationships with adult volunteers and corporate and community partners. Work in partnership with other membership managers to create and implement processes for effective outreach to prospective members and a smooth onboarding process for new youth members, families, and volunteers. Work in partnership with other operational and organizational teams to support a council-wide, comprehensive membership plan. Develop direct-report staff capabilities and foster a positive team culture by delegating responsibility, providing opportunities to learn, conducting teambuilding activities, and providing specific feedback. Provide training, guidance, resources, and tools for the recruitment team in pursuit of membership goals. Monitor quantitative and qualitative goals and expectations for the recruitment team; incorporate goals into regular coaching and annual performance reviews of team members. Perform additional duties as assigned to assist in fulfillment of the council’s mission and goals. Develop, implement, and manage targeted services to address diverse community needs to ensure that the racial, ethnic, and socio-economic diversity of the community is reflected in council membership. Develop and manage departmental budgets and corresponding resource allocations. Perform additional duties as assigned to assist in the fulfillment of the council's mission and goals. Required Experience: Experience in sales or membership recruiting. Minimum three years volunteer and staff management experience required. Knowledge of community resources/contacts/services preferred. Ability to cultivate, foster, maintain and manage relationships and network effectively. Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends as needed. Bilingual English/Spanish, required. Valid drivers’ license, proof of insurance, and access to reliable transportation. Daily and/or occasional travel may be required. Position is based out of our San Diego (Balboa) location. However, may work from our other locations as assigned. Must have belief in the mission and values of Girl Scouting; be willing to subscribe to the principles expressed in the Girl Scout Promise and Law, and be committed to our Girl Scouts San Diego values ,and aware of the needs of girls in our pluralistic society. Girl Scouts San Diego is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.