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:
Our organization follows COVID precautionary measures such as face coverings and social distancing. Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Background Checks are required as conditions of employment.
To Apply:
Please send your resume to careers@gssn.org . If you are applying for a specific position, be sure to include the position title in the email subject line.
POSITION SUMMARY
Salary $45,000- $50,000
The Regional Manager is responsible for implementing recruitment, membership, and program support strategies that increase girl and volunteer membership and enhance retention. Provides leadership and support to train volunteers and help guide the direction of service units. Works closely with the Girl Experience, Community Engagement, DEIRJ, Retail, Product & Volunteer Experience teams to support the organizational mission, goals, and strategic priorities in the eastern territories.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Girl Experience:
Volunteer Support:
Council Led Troops:
New Girl/Leader Recruitment:
In coordination with the Community Engagement team-
Member Services:
QUALIFICATIONS
· Bachelor’s or higher or equivalent experience with four years of directly related work experience, and at least two years of managerial experience.
· Previous experience leading volunteers is required.
· Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills; including public speaking.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, spreadsheets, Outlook. Experience with database programs helpful.
· Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, multi-task, meet deadlines, take initiative, and maintain confidentiality.
COMPETENCIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Must maintain a high level of knowledge of the organization on a continual basis through staff, team and departmental meetings, or through research, print or online materials, and other avenues available within the organization.
Authority and Accountability
Accountable to the COO. Employee has the authority to carry out work performance objectives agreed upon with their supervisor. Objectives are outlined annually and reported/reviewed at least quarterly. The primary duty will be the performance of office or non-manual work directly related to the management or general business operations of the employer and includes the exercise of discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance.
Supervisory Responsibility
Employee will be supervising Program Leaders that support Council Led Troops.
Travel
Employee is required to travel up to 25% of the time.
Required Training
GSUSA/GSSN training modules on the Girl Scout organization and Girl Scout Leadership Programs.
Language Skills
Ability to read documents, write reports and correspondence, speak effectively before individuals in English.
Mathematical Skills
Must be able to understand and perform math skills needed for the position (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, ratios, fractions, and proportions to practical solutions) either with or without a calculator. This position is highly technical.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form and carry them out.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software (MSWord, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.) Internet and Outlook.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Employees who use privately owned vehicles for council business are responsible for complying with local, state and federal laws. Employees will be required to carry a current driver’s license, vehicle registration, personal and public liability insurance which meets state and council requirements.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, hear, write, type, and carry. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with arms and hands.
This position is an office position. Physical demands are normal to office duties. The position may require you to be subjected to outside environments that include heat, cold, rain, snow, ice, humidity, noise, traffic conditions, and uneven surfaces from time to time to attend meetings or events.
· Vision – close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus with the ability to read a computer screen, paperwork, other written materials, and be able to visually see to drive a vehicle.
· Manual dexterity – to handle phones, paperwork, pens, pencils, keyboard data entry, and operate a vehicle.
· Sit – for extended periods of time
· Gripping/Grasping – paperwork, pens, pencils, phone, other office equipment
· Writing – words, letters, numbers, symbols, using a pen, pencil or other writing instrument
· Keying – ability to type using a keyboard or 10-key
· Carrying –
o documents, paperwork often up to 10 lbs - regularly
o other office supplies from 25 to 30 - occasionally
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The main duties are performed inside an office or building but on occasion may be held outside. This position consistently requires the individual to travel exposing them to traffic and weather conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to dirt, dust, heat, cold, wind, noise, rain, snow. Customarily this position requires travel within the Reno/Sparks and outlying areas.
Mental Requirements
The employee is required to have the ability to learn and comprehend basic instructions and carry them out. The employee is required to coordinate eyes, hands, and fingers rapidly and accurately in order to type, operate a vehicle, and write. The employee is required to have the ability to understand the meaning of words and respond effectively. The employee is required to have the ability to perform basic arithmetic accurately and quickly as defined in the qualifications.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the skills, aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.
It is the policy of the Council to comply with all the relevant and applicable provisions of the Federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as well as state and local laws concerning the employment of persons with disabilities. The Council will not discriminate against any qualified employee or job applicant because of a person’s physical or mental disability with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, advancement, discharge, compensation, and training. Essential functions and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Where necessary and feasible, reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified disabled employees to perform the essential functions of the job in question, as long as the accommodation does not cause the Council undue hardship or violate any other policy. All employees are required to comply with safety standards. Applicants who pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace, which threat cannot be eliminated by reasonable accommodation, will not be hired.
Do you have the desire to teach young girls? If so, then consider becoming a Program Leader and join our team! We are hiring Program Leaders and Latinx Program Leaders.
Latinx Program Leaders and Program Leaders within the DEI Program provide quality programing to girls in underserved communities by fostering inclusivity, understanding and respect. The DEI Program curriculum focuses on a variety of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math), Outdoor Education, Environmental Leadership and Responsibility, Financial Literacy, and Community Service programs.
Organize fun, interactive, girl-led activities that address current issues involving girls’ interests and needs. Serve as an example for girls by modeling reliability, respect for others, inclusiveness, and a positive attitude. Provide direct service to girls, helping them to develop their leadership skills on an individual or group basis.
The DEI Program delivers Girl Scout programming to girls in underrepresented areas of our community. Responsibilities include planning, coordinating, and implementing Girl Scout activities to youth in the area and the Latinx community.
The Latinx Program Leader is a part-time position, with approximately 10-15 hours per week. The hourly pay is $15.00. Being bilingual is a highly preferred skill for the position, but not required.
Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Background Checks are required as conditions of employment.
QUALIFICATIONS