Girl Experiences Manager - Girl Scouts

Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana-Michiana • Fort Wayne, IN

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About The Position

The Girl Experiences Manager provides leadership and supervision to the Girl Experiences Team and implements and evaluates council programs related to the Girl Scout National Program Portfolio. In conjunction with the COO, the manager develops and implements council program strategy and collaborates across teams to deliver National Program Portfolio experiences in a variety of markets. The role also supports membership growth and retention, assists with fund development presentations and reporting to potential donors, and helps shape council property decisions.

The position directs planning, design, and implementation of programs while ensuring compliance with safety standards and policies. It coordinates program and project budgets, works with volunteers, staff, community partners, marketing, property, and fund development teams, and supports high-quality, inclusive Girl Scout experiences. The manager monitors community trends and relevant GSUSA policies and requirements. The position requires travel to various work and meeting locations and flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook, and sufficient technical ability to work in multiple digital environments, such as online training platforms and membership databases.
• Experience developing and using program evaluation techniques and outcome measurements.
• Ability to speak passionately and with conviction about Girl Scout programs and their importance.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and ability to interact with diverse populations.
• Ability to handle sensitive information and manage conflict resolution.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Organizational skills and understanding of project management principles.
• Sound judgment and decision-making capabilities.
• 3–5 years of directly relevant work experience, with a proven track record of program development and implementation; preferably in a youth-serving nonprofit organization.
• Knowledge of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
• Familiarity with STEM and related educational concepts.
• Experience in adventure programming.
• Understanding of program evaluation techniques and outcome measurements.
• Experience offering programs to underserved populations.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to work and meeting locations to meet with volunteers and staff.
• Insurable under the Council’s driving policy and proof of personal vehicle insurance.
• Dependable transportation to and from the work location.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
• Ability to meet the listed physical requirements, including walking, standing, bending, stooping, reaching, moderate lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds, and sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods.
• Corrected vision and hearing to normal range; full range of body motion, including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
• Ability to focus on detail and accuracy of work product.
• Commitment and passion for the Girl Scout Mission and ability to promote and communicate the Mission and Vision to internal and external stakeholders.
• Willingness to become a member of GSUSA.

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in property management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise members of the Girl Experiences team.
• Plan, design, implement, and evaluate programs related to the Girl Scout National Program Portfolio, adhering to applicable safety standards and policies.
• Work with the COO to develop and implement council program strategy.
• Facilitate programming outlined by GSUSA and GSNI-M.
• Manage and coordinate department and project budgets and gather information for reporting.
• Work with the property team to align the program portfolio and property management for quality girl experiences.
• Collaborate with Volunteer Community Camp and Program Directors to ensure high-quality delivery of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience and compliance with safety standards and policies.
• Work with the marketing team to develop and implement strategies that maximize participation in programs.
• Manage and collaborate with community partners to deliver the GSUSA National Program Portfolio and enrichment activities and experiences for members.
• Partner with fund development to maintain a list of desired program and property improvements, meet with funders, and support ongoing grants.
• Keep informed about community trends and issues affecting girls, volunteers, and council services, and about GSUSA policies, priorities, changes, and requirements related to the Girl Scout program.
• Embrace and incorporate diversity, equity, and inclusion into work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 35-hour workweek.
• Flexible schedules and remote work options.
• 20 days of paid time off in the first year of employment.
• 14 holidays, including Juneteenth, and five days off between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Low-cost health and dental insurance available immediately.
• Health Savings Account with employer contributions for qualified plans.
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Employer 401(k) match after one year of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager