Girl Experiences Manager - Girl Scouts

Girl Scouts of Northern Indiana-Michiana • South Bed, 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. Working with the COO, this position develops and implements council program strategy and collaborates with other teams to deliver National Program Portfolio experiences across 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 and direct council property decisions.

The manager leads the planning, design, and delivery of programs while ensuring compliance with applicable safety standards and policies. The role coordinates department and project budgets, works with volunteers, community partners, marketing, property, and fund development teams, and promotes inclusive, high-quality experiences for girls. The position requires travel to work and meeting locations and may involve 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 convincingly about Girl Scout programs and their importance.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and ability to interact with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated 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.
• Three to five 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.
• Must be insurable under the Council’s driving policy and provide proof of personal vehicle insurance.
• Dependable transportation to and from the work location.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed.
• 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.
• Ability to meet the physical and mental essential requirements, including walking, standing, bending, stooping, reaching, lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds, sitting at a computer for extended periods, and focusing on detail and accuracy.

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in property management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, implementation, and evaluation of programs related to the Girl Scout National Program Portfolio, ensuring effective delivery and compliance with applicable safety standards and policies.
• Lead and manage members of the Girl Experiences Team.
• Facilitate programming outlined by GSUSA and GSNI-M.
• Manage and coordinate department and project budgets and assist with gathering information for reporting.
• Work with the property team to align the program portfolio and property management in support of quality girl experiences.
• Work with Volunteer Community Camp and Program Directors to support high-quality delivery of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience and compliance with safety standards and policies.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop and implement strategies that maximize participation in programs.
• Manage relationships with community partners to support collaborative delivery of the National Program Portfolio and enrichment activities for members.
• Partner with fund development to maintain a list of desired program and property improvements, meet with funders, and support ongoing grants.
• Keep current on community trends and issues affecting girls, volunteers, and council services, as well as GSUSA program policies, priorities, changes, and requirements.
• Embrace and incorporate diversity, equity, and inclusion into the 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 match for 401(k) after one year of employment.

What This Job Offers

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