Job Description

Are you passionate about building strong communities and supporting volunteers who make a real impact? We're seeking a part-time Community Engagement Specialist who will play a key role in shaping the future of newly established Girl Scout Troops. This is a non-exempt position.

The Community Engagement Specialist is responsible for planning and facilitating programs, using the National Girl Scout Program Portfolio and other identified programs, to girls in underrepresented communities throughout a specified geographic area.

This is a hybrid position (not fully remote). To be considered, candidates must reside in North Carolina, specifically within or in close proximity to Robeson County, inside our council’s 41-county service footprint. The starting pay rate for this role is $16.00 per hour.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Deliver Girl Scout Community Outreach Program opportunities to girls within a specified area.
• Ensure all GSLE registration paperwork is accurately completed and submitted in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate recordkeeping systems for membership data, program evaluation metrics, and budgets.
• Establish and execute plans under leadership direction to achieve recruitment, re-engagement, and membership development goals.
• Promote and support Council fundraising efforts, including mobilizing participation in the Fall Product and Annual Cookie Sale programs.
• Market program activities and cultivate strong partnerships with community leaders, institutions, business organizations, and volunteers.
• Partner with Membership Directors/Coordinators to transition outreach participants into traditional troops or sustainable program options.
• Ensure completion and timely submission of participant post-assessment surveys and outcome measurements for grant reporting.
• Report on progress toward goals and adjust outreach strategies as needed or directed.
• Actively support council diversity and affirmative action commitments by ensuring equal access and recruitment across all racial/ethnic groups.
• Serve as a professional council representative through positive modeling, problem-solving, and ongoing support for school and community personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required (Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred); bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• Strong commitment to the mission and goals of Girl Scouting; willingness to become a GSUSA member.
• Proven ability to work effectively with diverse volunteers and community partners to build strong leadership teams.
• Detail-oriented with strong verbal communication skills and a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule (including nights and weekends) with regional travel required; must have a reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and NC state registration/inspection compliance.
• Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 25 lbs.
• Must be willing to obtain and maintain a Girl Scout Membership upon hire.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging:

Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines builds girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. We are committed to diversity, equity, inclusivity, and belonging by creating a safe and welcoming environment for all through a shared responsibility of each and every member. We are dedicated to increasing our cultural competence and creating opportunities for authentic human-to-human connection by respecting, embracing, and celebrating what makes us all different.

GS-NCCP is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Girl Scouts – North Carolina Coastal Pines provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, transgender status, or gender identity), color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, marital status, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the position's essential function. If you require reasonable accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (919) 600-6328 or hr@nccoastalpines.org.