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At Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes (GSNWGL), we are passionate about empowering girls to reach their full potential and make a lasting impact on their communities. We’re looking for ambitious individuals who share that passion and want to contribute to the lives of those we serve. As part of our team, you’ll help shape the future leaders of tomorrow and help girls build compassion, courage, confidence, character, and essential life skills.
GSNWGL believes in supporting our staff with a work environment that prioritizes both professional fulfillment and personal well-being. We offer flexibility and hybrid work schedules for most part-time and full-time positions, recognizing the importance of work-life balance. Whether you’re looking for a career in a mission-driven organization or seeking meaningful ways to give back while enjoying the benefits of a flexible work arrangement, GSNWGL could be the perfect fit for you. Join us and make a real difference!
Benefits 
GSNWGL supports our team members by providing flexibility and hybrid work schedules for most of our part-time and full-time positions (s).
Full-Time Team Member Benefits include:
- Generous Paid Time Off! Employees receive 15 days of PTO in their first full year (January 1 – December 31) and 25 hours the following year. PTO is prorated for the months between the hire date and January 1.
- Flexible scheduling for some positions.
- Paid holidays and breaks.
- New Year’s Day
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Fall Break
- Thanksgiving Day + the following Friday
- Winter Break (5-6 paid days)
- December 24-December 31
- Optional days of service opportunities. Service participation earns the day off, with pay.
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service
- Juneteenth Day of Service
- Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
- Life Insurance
- Supplemental Policies Available (Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital)
- Short-Term Disability Supplement
- Employee Assistance Program
- 403(b) with discretionary match
Part-time staff working 20 or more hours a week are provided pro-rated PTO, holidays, and breaks throughout the year.
Organizational Culture
At Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes (GSNWGL), our employees and members are the heart and soul of our organization. We are intentional about who we hire, seeking individuals who share our passion for making a difference and fostering a positive impact. On average, employees stay with us for at least seven years, a testament to the meaningful work and supportive environment we provide. As a non-profit, we value innovation and depend on the collaboration of our entire council, encouraging creativity and teamwork at every level. GSNWGL offers opportunities for personal and professional growth, ensuring that our team members can evolve alongside the mission of Girl Scouting. Join us and be part of an organization where you can truly grow, contribute, and feel valued.
We welcome applications from people of any gender, age, race, or religion; people with disabilities; veterans; and anyone who wishes to make a positive impact on our movement.
* Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes, Inc. employment requires membership in the Girl Scout movement.
Diversity & Inclusion
Girl Scouts is committed to becoming an anti-racist organization. Diversity and inclusion have been the organization's core values since its founding in 1912. GSNWGL is committed to breaking down barriers and partnering with families and communities to support the well-being and development of all youth who identify with the girl experience. We strive to create spaces that ensure all members, regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender expression, socioeconomic status, national origin, or physical, social, or emotional ability, can learn leadership skills and develop the courage, confidence, and character to make the world a better place. GSNWGL expects all our employees to be committed to ongoing learning and implementing our IDEA/RJ efforts (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access & Racial Justice).
Current Job Postings
Community Engagement Coordinator - Wausau, WI and surrounding areas
Location
This position reports to the Community Engagement Manager. This position serves Wausau, WI, and the surrounding areas. Most work will take place within 30 miles of Wausau, WI, but will include occasional regional travel within 1.5 hours of Wausau, WI.
Benefits
Community Engagement Coordinator | Base Pay: $50,000.00 / Year
GSNWGL’s basic benefits for full-time staff include:
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- Life insurance
- Employee assistance program
- 403(b) plan
Paid time off is available for all GSNWGL staff working more than 20 hours per week, and our offices are closed on major holidays and between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Community Engagement Coordinator is a field-based recruiter and brand ambassador for Girl Scouts, responsible for outreach and lead generation in assigned communities. With a primary focus on recruiting new girl and adult members, this position builds community visibility through school visits, event participation, and partnership cultivation. Coordinators are expected to implement assigned recruitment strategies, meet specific lead and conversion quotas, and track and report on all engagements. Coordinators should be highly motivated to grow membership while establishing relationships with volunteers and service areas to strengthen our community visibility.
* This position serves Wausau, WI, and the surrounding areas. Most work will take place within 30 miles of Wausau, WI, but will include occasional regional travel within 1.5 hours of Wausau, WI.*
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a portfolio of assigned recruitment regions/service areas, including schools, faith-based organizations, non-profits, and community partners, building strong relationships to share the Girl Scout impact and support recruitment efforts.
- Identify and participate in community events, festivals, school activities, and presentations that offer opportunities for visibility with a priority on lead generation.
- Deliver engaging, mission-driven presentations to girls, parents, educators, and community leaders.
- Initiate and support the formation of new troops by inspiring and recruiting volunteers, filling key roles, and establishing troop structures.
- Accurately enter all outreach and lead data into CRM systems, nurture leads for conversion, and track ROI.
- Promote the Girl Scout experience in underserved and culturally diverse neighborhoods.
- Collaborate with other coordinators on shared recruitment opportunities and strategies.
- Maintain flexible hours, including regular evenings and weekends.
Competencies and Areas of Expertise
- Oral and Written Communication - whether in person, verbal, or written, expresses ideas and facts in a clear and understandable manner appropriate for the individual or group; listens to and comprehends what others are saying; prepares organized and structured presentations; demonstrates the ability to work with a wide range of sensitive and confidential issues and communicate effectively with a diverse group of girls, volunteers, and staff.
- Technical computer skills in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, customer relationship management systems, and social networking.
- Project Management - formulates short- and long-term project goals, objectives, schedules, and priorities in line with council goals; anticipates issues, obstacles, or opportunities that may impact plans or actions; ability to coordinate multiple projects while managing conflicting priorities and deadlines; establishes courses of action for accomplishing goals while attending to and incorporating information obtained during day-to-day tasks.
- Judgment and Decision-Making - recognizes when immediate action is required; makes decisions where appropriate or refers decisions to the appropriate organizational level; makes decisions without undue delay.
- Sales Ambition and Drive – understands sales and management of leads. Sets ambitious goals and energetically and confidently drives to achieve those goals. Recognizes opportunities to “close” and demonstrates the ability to ask for the business/customer transaction. A self-starter who takes initiative and can work independently with minimal oversight.
- Marketing Knowledge – demonstrates knowledge of marketing (for example, market identification and segmentation, interpretation and use of market data); comfortable presenting the value behind solutions in a way that resonates with what is most important to the organization's potential members/customers.
- Team-Building - knows team-building techniques and processes; collaborates with others to create optimal solutions; fosters a commitment to a team approach to work; promotes partnerships between teams; collaboratively defines boundaries and outcomes of work responsibilities; shares information with others; shares decision-making responsibility with team members.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Associate's degree or equivalent work experience.
- At least 1–2 years in sales, outreach, canvassing, or youth programming preferred.
- Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
- Strong ability to set goals, manage metric-driven strategies, and achieve results.
- Excellent relationship-building, public speaking, and presentation skills.
- Strong organizational habits and self-motivation.
- Willingness to work in schools, outdoors, and community spaces.
- Flexible schedule with regular evening and weekend commitments.
Expectations
- Commitment to the Girl Scout mission and values.
- Ability to connect and build trust with people from all backgrounds and communities.
- Strong understanding of or willingness to learn the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
- Must be (or become) a registered Girl Scout member.
- Frequent regional travel with occasional overnight requirements.
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. and stand for long periods during events.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and a willingness to travel regularly throughout our council.
Public Relations Director - Council-Wide
Location
This position reports to the Chief Engagement Officer and is eligible to work anywhere within our council footprint in Wisconsin (Appleton, Eau Claire, Green Bay, Wausau).
Benefits
GSNWGL’s basic benefits for full-time staff include:
- • Medical, dental, and vision plans
- • Life insurance
- • Employee assistance program
- • 403(b) plan
Paid time off is available for all GSNWGL staff working more than 20 hours per week, and our offices are closed on major holidays and between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Public Relations Director leads GSNWGL’s public visibility efforts by identifying, capturing, and sharing the stories that demonstrate the relevance and impact of Girl Scouts throughout our council. This position serves as the council’s primary media relations professional, developing relationships with local media outlets while proactively identifying opportunities to increase awareness of Girl Scouts through earned media, storytelling, photography, video, and community engagement.
Working closely with Brand & Communications, Mission Delivery, Community Engagement, Fund Development, Product Program, and Service Area Teams, this position travels throughout the council to document Girl Scout experiences to keep the impact Girl Scouts has on girls, volunteers, and families top of mind for communities. The Public Relations Director supervises the Digital Marketing & Communications Coordinator to ensure consistent storytelling across media relations, social media, newsletters, Rallyhood, and other digital communication channels.
Key Responsibilities
Public Relations & Media
- Develop and implement the council’s public relations strategy to increase visibility and awareness across all regions.
- Build and maintain relationships with local news outlets [newspapers, television stations, radio stations, digital publications, and community media partners].
- Write and distribute press releases, media advisories, feature stories, and public statements.
- Coordinate media interviews and serve as the primary liaison between media representatives and council leadership.
- Monitor media coverage and identify opportunities for proactive storytelling.
Storytelling & Content Development
- Travel throughout the council to capture stories, photography, video, testimonials, quotes, and Girl Scout experiences, along with the proper media releases.
- Attend programs, camps, ceremonies, volunteer recognitions, community events, and special activities to document the Girl Scout experience.
- Identify compelling stories that highlight girls, volunteers, alum, donors, community partners, board members, and staff.
- Build and maintain a library of high-quality photos, videos, testimonials, and success stories for council use.
- Prioritize local, GSNWGL, assets when possible.
- Collaborate with staff to identify stories that align with strategic priorities, fundraising campaigns, membership growth, and advocacy efforts.
Brand Visibility
- Partner with Community Engagement, Mission Delivery, Fund Development, Product Program, and Service Area Teams to increase community awareness through strategic storytelling.
- Ensure messaging reflects the Girl Scout brand while highlighting local impact.
- Support crisis communications and public messaging when necessary.
Leadership & Collaboration
- Supervise the Digital Marketing & Communications Coordinator.
- Collaborate on social media strategy, newsletters, Rallyhood communications, website, and Volunteer Collective content.
- Develop editorial calendars and storytelling priorities.
- Support organizational campaigns including the Girl Scout Cookie Program, recruitment, fundraising, advocacy, and volunteer appreciation.
Qualifications
Competencies and Areas of Expertise
- Communication – Exceptional written, verbal, and visual communications skills with strong attention to grammar, storytelling, and brand voice.
- Media Relations & Public Speaking – Builds on the organization’s strategic messages to foster relationships, and maintains composure under pressure, to shape public perceptions.
- Brand Management – Maintains consistent messaging and visual identity while protecting and strengthening the Girl Scout brand.
- Photography & Visual Storytelling – Designs, interprets, and communicates narratives effectively using images and design elements.
- Creativity & Initiative – Creates engaging communications that inspire action and engagement while following established brand standards.
- Project Management – Successfully manages multiple projects simultaneously, balancing competing priorities while consistently meeting deadlines with quality work.
- Collaboration – Builds positive working relationships across departments and incorporates feedback from multiple stakeholders.
- Interviewing & Relationship Building – Uses soft skills like active listening, empathy, and emotional intelligence to establish trust and confidence with girls, families, volunteers, and donors.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field preferred.
- 3–5 years of communications, public relations, journalism, or nonprofit marketing experience.
- Experience writing press releases and working with media outlets.
- Strong photography and videography skills and experience with video creation software.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the ability to travel throughout the council as needed.
- While performing the duties of this position, the employee is occasionally required to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods of time, walk, lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and operate office equipment manually.
Community Engagement Coordinator - Marquette, MI
Location
This position will be based out of Marquette, MI, or the immediate surrounding area.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Community Engagement Coordinator is responsible for recruiting new girl members and volunteers through networking, hosting local recruitment activities for interested families, partnering with local organizations, and increasing visibility within the community.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan, promote, and facilitate Girl Scout recruitment events, where families can sample Girl Scout activities and learn about joining, volunteering, and forming troops.
- Network with local organizations and businesses
- Research, contact, and develop collaborations with local groups such as schools, colleges, service groups, and businesses.
- Share Girl Scout information and develop local partnerships that help GSNWGL grow Girl Scouts in the area.
- Develop new ways to market opportunities to families, plan programs together, and recruit girl members and volunteers from their participation.
- Participate in school and community events
- Research, set up, and represent Girl Scouts at school and community events, such as fairs, family festivals, Trunk-or-Treats, etc., by hosting Girl Scout information booths and leading quick, fun sample activities such as games or crafts, or presenting a short activity.
- The Community Engagement Coordinator will talk with people, share information, and collect interest cards with contact information to enter into the online system.
- Increase awareness of Girl Scout opportunities within Marquette and the surrounding areas. This includes posting Girl Scout information about upcoming recruitment events, troop opportunities, camp, etc., in local social media groups, and placing posters, yard signs, and brochures at community sites.
- Represent Girl Scouts in the media and at local fundraising events as requested.
- Reach out to families who have expressed interest in joining or who attend events, share information about available opportunities, and document contact within the system.
Competencies and Areas of Expertise
- Oral and Written Communication - expresses ideas and facts in a clear and understandable manner appropriate for the individual or group; listens to and comprehends what others are saying; prepares organized and structured presentations; demonstrates the ability to work with a wide range of sensitive and confidential issues and communicate effectively with a diverse group of girls, volunteers, and staff.
- Technical computer skills in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, customer relationship management systems, and social networking.
- Time Management - ability to coordinate multiple projects while managing conflicting priorities and deadlines; establishes courses of action for accomplishing goals while attending to and incorporating information obtained during day-to-day tasks.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Excellent networking and relationship-building, public speaking, and presentation skills.
- Strong organizational habits and self-motivation.
- Willingness to work in schools, outdoors, and community spaces.
- Flexible schedule with potential evening and weekend commitments.
Expectations
- Commitment to the Girl Scout mission and values.
- Ability to motivate and engage others, enthusiasm for working with children and families.
- Knowledge of local resources.
- Strong understanding of or willingness to learn the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
- Must be (or become) a registered Girl Scout member.
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. and stand for long periods during events.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Community Assistant - Positions in WI & MI
Location
The Community Assistant position is part-time casual, working an average of 10 hours per month per service area, from August to May each year. The available service areas include:
Upper Peninsula of Michigan
- Eastern UP
- Manistique
- Pendoga
- Trillium
- Iron Range
- Ke-Bay
- Porcupine Mountains
- Portage
- Delta Bay
- Marquette-Gwinn
- Northern Lights Michigan
- Hiawatha Michigan
Wisconsin
- Northwoods
- Lakeland
- Northern Lights
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Community Assistant will work within their rural communities to provide local support. They are responsible for leading four key Service Area volunteer meetings per year, hosting local recruitment events for interested families, and increasing visibility within their communities. They will receive a pre-determined stipend for each assigned and completed task and are eligible for business-related mileage reimbursement.
Key Responsibilities
- Service Area Leader Meetings
- The Community Assistant (CA) will attend four local service area leader/service team meetings per year as a council representative, delivering information to area troop leaders and volunteers. Before the meeting, the CA will work with the council's Mission Delivery staff to review the meeting materials. Afterward, they will check in with Mission Delivery staff to share any feedback or questions that were raised. These meetings typically include:
- an annual kick-off “Idea-fest” event in August,
- a cookie training-themed meeting in January,
- a leader appreciation event in April or May,
- and a planning meeting (often just for service team members) sometime in spring or summer.
- The Community Assistant (CA) will attend four local service area leader/service team meetings per year as a council representative, delivering information to area troop leaders and volunteers. Before the meeting, the CA will work with the council's Mission Delivery staff to review the meeting materials. Afterward, they will check in with Mission Delivery staff to share any feedback or questions that were raised. These meetings typically include:
- Back-to-School Open Houses
- The CA will host booths at local elementary schools' back-to-school open house nights to let families know about Girl Scout opportunities, try a simple game or activity, and sign up for information on joining and/or volunteering. The CA will talk with people, share information, and collect interest cards with contact information and enter them into an online system. GSNWGL will provide all handouts, activities, contact cards, and display items.
- Recruitment Events
- The CA will lead Girl Scout recruitment events, where families can sample Girl Scout activities and learn about joining, volunteering, and forming troops. GSNWGL will provide the outline, supplies, and talking points for the event. The CA will work with the Northeast Community Engagement Manager to set up and market events and request materials and flyers. After the event, the CA will enter participant contact info and pass on follow-up to staff. In most areas, one event is offered at each school in the fall. For larger schools, an additional event is offered in the spring.
- Community Events
- The CA may represent Girl Scouts at fairs, family festivals, and Trunk-or-Treats in the communities they serve. They host Girl Scout information booths and lead quick, fun sample activities such as games or crafts. Typically, a CA will host 1-4 community events per year.
- Community Visibility
- The Community Assistant will help increase awareness of Girl Scout opportunities within their local area. This includes posting Girl Scout information about upcoming events, troop opportunities, camp, etc., on local social media groups, and placing posters, yard signs, and brochures at community sites.
Competencies and Areas of Expertise
- Oral and Written Communication - whether in person, verbal, or written, expresses ideas and facts in a clear and understandable manner appropriate for the individual or group; listens to and comprehends what others are saying; prepares organized and structured presentations; demonstrates the ability to work with a wide range of sensitive and confidential issues and communicate effectively with a diverse group of girls, volunteers, and staff.
- Technical computer skills in social networking.
- Judgment and Decision-Making - recognizes when immediate action is required; makes decisions where appropriate or refers decisions to the appropriate organizational level.
- Sales Ambition and Drive – understands sales and management of leads. Recognizes opportunities to “close” and demonstrates the ability to ask for the business/customer transaction. A self-starter who takes initiative and can work independently with minimal oversight.
- Marketing Knowledge – comfort in presenting the value behind solutions in a way that resonates with what is most important to the potential members/customers of the organization.
- Team-Building - collaborates with others to create optimal solutions; fosters a commitment to a team approach to work; promotes partnerships between teams; collaboratively defines boundaries and outcomes of work responsibilities; shares information with others.
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Prior Girl Scout experience as a girl or an adult is a plus.
- Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
- Excellent relationship-building, public speaking, and presentation skills.
- Strong organizational habits and self-motivation.
- Willingness to work in schools, outdoors, and community spaces.
- Flexible schedule with regular evening and weekend commitments.
Expectations
- Commitment to the Girl Scout mission and values.
- Ability to connect and build trust with people from all backgrounds and communities.
- Strong understanding of or willingness to learn the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.
- Must be (or become) a registered Girl Scout member.
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. and stand for long periods during events.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and a willingness to travel regularly throughout their assigned local communities.
AmeriCorps Mission Delivery Assistant - Green Bay
Location
Green Bay Office, 512 E Walnut Street, Green Bay, WI 54301
Pay
Full time:
- Hours to complete: 1,700 hours
- Hours per week: 35-40 hours
- Living Stipend: $22,300
- Education Award: $7,395
- Insurance: Health, dental, and vision (premiums paid by AmeriCorps program)
- Childcare Assistance, eligibility based on household income
- Full-time positions available for full-year term only
Three quarter time:
- Hours to complete: 1,200 hours
- Hours per week: 25-30 hours for full year, 30-35 hours for school year
- Living Stipend: $15,610
- Education Award: $5,176.50
Half time:
- Hours to complete: 900 hours
- Hours per week: 18-20 hours for full year, 25-30 hours for school year
- Living Stipend: $11,150
- Education Award: $3,697.50
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Duties:
- Plan and facilitate engaging, high-quality programming for Girl Scouts (grades K–12) through outreach programs, events, camp, and community-based experiences.
- Build and maintain relationships with site partners, including schools, after-school programs, and community partner sites.
- Represent Girl Scouts at community events by leading activities, sharing program information, and creating a welcoming presence.
- Engage in professional development by seeking feedback, participating in trainings, and building skills relevant to youth development and community engagement.
- Build Girl Scouts of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.
Competencies and areas of expertise may include:
- AmeriCorps purpose is to: “Learn and grow while giving back to a community. Individuals who serve with AmeriCorps build new skillsets that they can take with them wherever they go.” With this in mind, we do not expect candidates to be experts at this time in their professional journey.
- Youth Programming- Understands the principles of child and adolescent development and applies them to create safe, inclusive, and engaging environments for Girl Scouts.
- Serves as a trusted adult who models respect, provides appropriate guidance, and ensures emotional and physical safety. Designs and delivers outcomes-based programming that supports growth, leadership, and a sense of belonging. Uses effective strategies for positive behavior management while affirming each child's strengths and potential. Adapts to the diverse physical, mental, behavioral, and emotional needs of youth. Affirms the identities of all participants and ensures accessibility so each child can thrive.
- Community Understanding -Understands and respects the diverse identities and experiences of the communities the organization serves. Builds cultural competency by engaging with communities in ways that are relevant, affirming, and responsive to their values and needs. Develops and applies equity and accessibility tools to reduce barriers and ensure that all youth, families, and volunteers can participate fully. Demonstrates openness to learning, reflection, and adapting practices to promote belonging and equitable access for every member of the community.
- Relational Intelligence– Demonstrates a combination of emotional and ethical intelligence that involves the ability to be aware of and understand one’s own and others’ emotional values, interests, and demands; to discern them; to critically reflect on them; and to use this information to guide one’s action and behavior with respect in all aspects. As a coordinator, facilitates work in their function through the ability to understand unique factors pertinent to each community and its interests. Treats each customer with respect and empathy.
Qualifications
- Pass a background check.
- Be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or legal permanent resident alien of the U.S.
- Be at least 17 years old by start of service.
- Have a High School diploma or GED/HSED, or be working toward attaining high school diploma or GED during term of service.
- Commit to the full term of service.
- Become a registered Girl Scout.
- Attend virtual orientation September 14-18, 2026.
- Preferred, pass motor vehicle check and have a valid driver’s license
AmeriCorps Mission Delivery Assistant - Wausau
Location
Central Girl Scout Center, 3501 Northwestern Avenue, Wausau, WI 54403
Pay
Full time:
- Hours to complete: 1,700 hours
- Hours per week: 35-40 hours
- Living Stipend: $22,300
- Education Award: $7,395
- Insurance: Health, dental, and vision (premiums paid by AmeriCorps program)
- Childcare Assistance, eligibility based on household income
- Full-time positions available for full-year term only
Three quarter time:
- Hours to complete: 1,200 hours
- Hours per week: 25-30 hours for full year, 30-35 hours for school year
- Living Stipend: $15,610
- Education Award: $5,176.50
Half time:
- Hours to complete: 900 hours
- Hours per week: 18-20 hours for full year, 25-30 hours for school year
- Living Stipend: $11,150
- Education Award: $3,697.50
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Duties:
- Plan and facilitate engaging, high-quality programming for Girl Scouts (grades K–12) through outreach programs, events, camp, and community-based experiences.
- Build and maintain relationships with site partners, including schools, after-school programs, and community partner sites.
- Represent Girl Scouts at community events by leading activities, sharing program information, and creating a welcoming presence.
- Engage in professional development by seeking feedback, participating in trainings, and building skills relevant to youth development and community engagement.
- Build Girl Scouts of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.
Competencies and areas of expertise may include:
- AmeriCorps purpose is to: “Learn and grow while giving back to a community. Individuals who serve with AmeriCorps build new skillsets that they can take with them wherever they go.” With this in mind, we do not expect candidates to be experts at this time in their professional journey.
- Youth Programming- Understands the principles of child and adolescent development and applies them to create safe, inclusive, and engaging environments for Girl Scouts.
- Serves as a trusted adult who models respect, provides appropriate guidance, and ensures emotional and physical safety. Designs and delivers outcomes-based programming that supports growth, leadership, and a sense of belonging. Uses effective strategies for positive behavior management while affirming each child's strengths and potential. Adapts to the diverse physical, mental, behavioral, and emotional needs of youth. Affirms the identities of all participants and ensures accessibility so each child can thrive.
- Community Understanding -Understands and respects the diverse identities and experiences of the communities the organization serves. Builds cultural competency by engaging with communities in ways that are relevant, affirming, and responsive to their values and needs. Develops and applies equity and accessibility tools to reduce barriers and ensure that all youth, families, and volunteers can participate fully. Demonstrates openness to learning, reflection, and adapting practices to promote belonging and equitable access for every member of the community.
- Relational Intelligence– Demonstrates a combination of emotional and ethical intelligence that involves the ability to be aware of and understand one’s own and others’ emotional values, interests, and demands; to discern them; to critically reflect on them; and to use this information to guide one’s action and behavior with respect in all aspects. As a coordinator, facilitates work in their function through the ability to understand unique factors pertinent to each community and its interests. Treats each customer with respect and empathy.
Qualifications
- Pass a background check.
- Be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or legal permanent resident alien of the U.S.
- Be at least 17 years old by start of service.
- Have a High School diploma or GED/HSED, or be working toward attaining high school diploma or GED during term of service.
- Commit to the full term of service.
- Become a registered Girl Scout.
- Attend virtual orientation September 14-18, 2026.
- Preferred, pass motor vehicle check and have a valid driver’s license
