Careers

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Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada (GSSN) is a strong organization that believes in building girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. Girl Scouts began over 100 years ago and has stayed strong because 2.5 million girls and adults believe in the power of every G.I.R.L. (Go-getter, Innovator, Risk-taker, Leader).

If you’re looking for a meaningful employment experience, one that meets your career goals and your desire to make a difference, come join our organization on the journey to building courageous and confident girls!

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees based on eligibility, such as:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
403B Retirement Savings
Generous vacation, sick and personal leave
Paid Holidays

To Apply:

Please fill out this form or contact careers@gssn.org for more information.

Open Positions:

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Position Description

Jan 18-Mar 28
Must be able to work Wed, Thu, Fri 11:00-7:30, Sat/Sun 8:30-5:30.
$18-$20/hr

The Cookie Cupboard Coordinator supports the Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada (GSSN) cookie cupboards during the annual Girl Scout Cookie Program season. This is a temporary, full-time position effective January 18, 2027 – March 28, 2027.

The role of the Cookie Cupboard Coordinator is customer-facing and involves processing and filling cookie orders (accurate counting cases of cookies, each case containing 12 packages) lifting them and putting them in place for volunteers to pick up. It also involves accurate data entry of customer receipts into the Smart Cookie system and answering customer questions as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Prepare cookie orders for pick-up; this includes pulling cases of cookies from pallets and reading order forms.
Verify customer pick up.
Assist with keeping the inventory in the cupboard organized.
enter all transactions into the Digital Cookie or Smart Cookie System and be able to answer customer questions regarding their accounts.
Provide friendly and efficient customer service.
Work positively with the GSSN team to make the Cookie Cupboard a positive experience for volunteers and family members picking up cookies.
Transport cookies to or from outlying cupboards on occasion.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds and be able to move and pack cases of cookies to assist volunteers, families, and staff with loading and unloading cars, vans, and storage areas, indoors and out.

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Seasonal Position September - May
Part-time 15 hours per week
$15/hr plus mileage reimbursement

Position Description:

The Program Leader works within the Girl Experience department to deliver Girl Scout programming to serve girls in our Council Led Troop department. Responsibilities include planning, coordinating, and implementing the Girl Scouting experience to target areas. Program curriculum focuses on various topics, including Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM), Outdoor Education, Environmental Leadership and Responsibility, Financial Literacy, and Community Service.

The essential functions of this position include the following:

Attend and lead assigned Troop meetings providing assigned curriculum to girls
Assist with the cookie and fall product sale for assigned troops
Serve as primary on-site host for in-school and evening registration events designed to introduce Girl Scouting to potential new girls, volunteers, and families
Clearly communicate to potential members the Girl Scout mission including the Girl Scout Leadership Experience and the benefits of being a member of Girl Scouts
Work collaboratively with staff and volunteers to fulfill goals for each troop
Assist with and perform registration for new members
Record event attendance and results
Ensure Girl Scouting is open to all girls and adults

Requirements:

Girl Scouts experience encouraged, but not required
Girl Scout volunteers and Girl Scouts age 18+ are encouraged to apply
Comfortable with and have a desire to work with young children
Have reliable transportation
Ability and willingness to travel throughout the assigned area
Willing to work Monday, Wednesday, & Friday's 3:00-7:00 PM and weekends during the months of February & March.

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Community starts with you.

The new GSSN Troop Leader stipend program is aimed at giving all girls in the northern Nevada and northeastern California the opportunity to participate in our high quality programming.

In order to meet the demand of girls who want to participate in Girl Scouting, GSSN is hiring one leader per county for an 8-month program for residents in the Plumas, Humboldt and Mineral County school districts to recruit and lead Girl Scout troops in their area.

About the role:

Receive a $1,500 stipend (about $25 hour).
Term: September -May
2-4 hour weekly time commitment.
Run and recruit for two Girl Scout Troops in your area.
Badge plans and supplies included for 14 troop meetings.
Financial aid avalible for girl memberships and uniforms.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.