Community Program Specialist (Part Time, grant Funded)- Weld County

Girl Scouts of Colorado

About The Position

The Community Program Specialist- Weld County is responsible for leading the development, coordination, and delivery of staff-led Girl Scout programs and supporting the implementation of the Paid Facilitator model within Weld County. This role expands Girl Scouts of Colorado’s presence in school-based and community-based settings by delivering high-quality, culturally responsive programming and supporting school staff who serve as Paid Facilitators. The Specialist ensures strong program fidelity, positive youth experiences, and successful implementation of grant-funded objectives in Weld County communities. This position requires a self-starter who can independently manage program delivery, recruitment partnerships, facilitator support, and administrative responsibilities within a rural and semi-rural service area.

Requirements

Strong youth facilitation and classroom/group management skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Demonstrated ability to build community partnerships.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Ability to manage multiple program sites simultaneously.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Comfort working in school settings and community-based environments.
Ability to navigate rural and semi-rural geographic areas.
Evening and occasional weekend availability required.
Must pass criminal background check.
Minimum one year of experience working with youth in school or community settings.
Experience facilitating structured youth programs.
Access to reliable transportation and valid driver’s license required.
Ability to lift and transport program materials up to 30 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Girl Scout program preferred.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred.
Experience building relationships with schools or community organizations preferred.
Experience supporting or supervising adult leaders or facilitators preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as GSCO’s primary point of contact for staff-led and Paid Facilitator programs in Weld County.
Identify and cultivate relationships with schools, community organizations, and local partners to expand access to Girl Scout programming.
Collaborate with the Community Connections Director to establish new school-based Paid Facilitator sites.
Deliver high-quality, in-person Girl Scout programs in schools and community sites throughout Weld County.
Facilitate troop-style programming that aligns with Girl Scout Leadership Experience outcomes.
Maintain strong relationships with site contacts to ensure program continuity.
Recruit and onboard school staff interested in serving as Paid Facilitators.
Support facilitators in understanding Girl Scout structure, curriculum, and troop management expectations.
Provide coaching, troubleshooting, and ongoing technical assistance to Paid Facilitators.
Monitor program quality and consistency across Paid Facilitator sites.
Ensure Paid Facilitators meet minimum participation and meeting frequency requirements.
Assist with tracking stipends, participation data, and grant metrics in collaboration with internal teams.
Support facilitator retention through relationship-building and consistent communication.
Support recruitment efforts in Weld County through program-led strategies.
Assist in converting program participants into registered Girl Scout members where appropriate.
Partner cross-functionally with Membership teams to support enrollment and onboarding.
Maintain accurate records of participants, troop rosters, and program registration.
Ensure timely data entry and compliance with grant reporting requirements.
Support reporting needs for Fund Development related to grant outcomes.
Assist in tracking attendance, demographics, and participation data.
Work collaboratively with Membership, Program, and Fund Development teams to meet regional goals.
Support the council’s commitment to pluralism, equity, and community-centered engagement.
Represent Girl Scouts of Colorado professionally within Weld County communities.