Community Development Manager - Washington State Only

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Position Summary:
Girl Scouts of Western Washington has an excellent opportunity in the Community Development team for a Community Development Manager to support Pierce, Mason & Kitsap Counties region. The Community Development Manager is responsible for the development and implementation of plans to recruit both youth members and adult volunteers in a way that positively supports organizational membership goals. This position requires meeting, presenting, and networking with potential members and their families, community organizations, schools, corporations, educators, faith-based institutions, and other community constituents. This is a regular non-exempt, full-time position with requirements to be or become a WA resident. This position's salary will be $31.46 - $34.13 DOE.
Girl Scouts of Western Washington offers an excellent work environment, meaningful mission-driven work, and a competitive benefits package, including employer-paid medical, dental, life/AD&D, and LTD available for employees. Coverage for dependents includes a significant employer contribution. A 403(b)-retirement plan with match is available as are voluntary benefits that include vision insurance and a flexible spending account. The generous paid leave includes three weeks of vacation to start and sick leave. There are paid holidays, including nearly two weeks of paid leave through the Christmas holidays! The organization also actively supports personal and professional development and volunteerism with paid time off for those opportunities.
Requirements
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Viewing market data and other pertinent information to become knowledgeable about demographics, community needs and possibilities for youth and adult recruitment in your assigned area.
• Help inform and implement Girl Scouts of Western Washington's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion strategies to better reflect the communities we are a part of.
• Plan, organize, and promote effective recruitment opportunities through all available channels, including in person and virtual. Collect and follow up with leads generated by volunteers at events and through other recruiting activities.
• Facilitate the formation of new Girl Scout troops.
• Acquire cross-training to support focus areas as needed.
• Cultivate and manage strategic relationships with volunteers and community partners such as schools, faith-based organizations, civic groups, etc.
• Represent and promote Girl Scouting in the community by building community awareness by highlighting the benefits of membership to the public.
• Collaborate with member-facing departments and support departments to achieve goals and benchmarks, uphold our customer service philosophy, follow the Standard Operating Procedure Manual, and maintain quality and reliable data.
• Work to ensure Girl Scouts is open to all youth and adults by delivering the organization's message of diversity to the community.

• Education or degree related to working with youth or equivalent experience.

• One year of experience in recruiting or sales; previous experience working with volunteers preferred.
• Experience working in or with youth-serving organizations.

• Bilingual/bicultural in languages and/or cultures with a significant presence in Western Washington preferred. Preference will be given to Spanish-speaking candidates
• Experience successfully working with a variety of racial and ethnic groups.

• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, prioritize deadlines, work independently, take initiative, and maintain confidentiality
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills to ensure effective interactions with individuals at all levels and backgrounds across a wide geographic area
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to navigate technology programs and platforms independently to include MS O365, social media; Salesforce experience strongly preferred and the ability/willingness to learn new technologies
• Valid Washington State driver's license, vehicle in working condition, proof of insurance, or the ability to fulfill timely and extensive travel requirements across widespread regional geography
• Availability to work varied hours (including some nights and weekends) and travel as position requires.
• Demonstrated commitment to support efforts to enhance the cultural competence and global awareness of Girl Scouts, volunteers, and employees
• Competent in working in a changing environment; flexible and adaptable, and skilled in dealing with ambiguity
• Ability to adapt schedule to increases in seasonal work volume i.e. longer workdays in the fall recruiting season
• Knowledge of Girl Scout program helpful but not required
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds with or without accommodations.
• Have and maintain a good driving record with the ability to operate in a constant state
• Satisfactory results from criminal background search
• Willingness to maintain membership in Girl Scouts