Recruitment Specialist - Central Region (Lima)

Girl Scouts of Western Ohio•Lima, OH

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is based out of our Lima Girl Scout Center located at 1870 W. Robb Avenue, Lima, OH 45805. Assigned Regional Service Area: This role is located within our central region and assigned to the Lima, Ohio area serving Van Wert, Auglaize and Mercer and Western Allen counties. We’re looking for an enthusiastic and mission-driven Recruitment Specialist to grow Girl Scout membership by leading recruitment efforts in assigned communities. This role is responsible for developing and executing dynamic, data-informed recruitment plans that engage girls and adults through troops, starter troops, and other flexible pathways. The ideal candidate will build strong relationships with schools, community partners, and volunteers to drive local recruitment, increase visibility, and support council-wide initiatives. The ideal candidate is passionate about expanding access to Girl Scouting and will have strong relationship management skills, be comfortable communicating the Girl Scout program in small and large groups, and use data driven insights to create and execute a year-round and robust recruitment plan. This role is located within our central region and assigned to the Lima, Ohio area serving Van Wert, Auglaize and Mercer and Western Allen counties. This role is a great fit if you: Enjoy being out in the community , supporting volunteers and building local relationships, not sitting behind a desk Are motivated by clear goals and measurable impact , especially around recruitment, member engagement, retention, and program quality. Like building relationships and coaching others , helping volunteers feel confident and successful in their roles Thrive in a team‑based, performance‑oriented environment , working in close partnership with a paired Recruitment Specialist partner for your assigned service area. Want work experience that translates into future careers in community engagement, volunteer management, nonprofit leadership, program coordination or training.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or relevant experience welcomed
A combination of education, training, and hands‑on experience that demonstrates the ability to succeed in a community‑based, relationship‑driven role
Experience engaging, supporting, or coaching volunteers, customers, members, or community partners
Experience working in the community, including school partnerships, family engagement, or community‑based outreach
Comfortable using technology to stay organized, including Microsoft Office and project management tools.

Nice To Haves

Experience in recruitment, outreach, sales, or goal‑driven engagement (preferred)

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a girl and adult membership recruitment plan in assigned communities to achieve annual new girl and adult membership goals.
Increase Girl Scout visibility and engagement in the community through recruitment events, presentations, community networking and collaborations.
Identify and support volunteers to recruit within specific communities increasing membership efforts.
Drive membership growth in assigned communities by developing and implementing comprehensive recruitment plans for girls/ adults in troops, starter troops, and other opportunities in alignment with council recruitment strategies.
Analyze membership gaps throughout the year to readjust plans as necessary to meet grade level and demographic goals.
Cultivate and collaborate with local schools, community organizations, administrative volunteers and other networks to increase visibility and recruitment opportunities for girls and adults.
Implement the components of volunteer program management with recruitment volunteers, partnering with administrative volunteers in assigned communities.
Provide support to Council strategic initiatives including recruitment, product program, outreach and outdoor program/camp.