Job Description

Job Location Sacramento Regional Program Center - Sacramento, CA 95819 Position Type Full Time Salary Range $71,000.00 - $71,000.00 Salary/year

The Girl Program Manager plays a key role in bringing the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to life across the council by designing, supporting, and evaluating high-quality programs for Girl Scouts. This position serves as the council’s subject matter expert on Girl Scout curriculum—including badges and awards—and partners closely with staff, volunteers, and community organizations to ensure programs are mission-aligned, engaging, and outcomes-driven. The Girl Program Manager also contributes to council-wide program strategy, including STEM Centers, Highest Awards, and the After-School Club program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Curriculum & Content Expertise

• Serve as the council’s expert, internally and externally, in Girl Scout curriculum, including badges, awards, and program pathways.

• Advise staff, volunteers, caregivers, and community partners on curriculum integration, progression, and age-appropriate design.

• Ensure all programming aligns with Girl Scout standards and supports girl-led, experiential learning.

After School & Girl Program Quality & Assessment

• Participate as a core member of the annual curriculum evaluation team, using observations, staff/customer input, attendance, and engagement metrics to drive continuous improvements in program quality and girl engagement.

• Design and refine hands on, developmentally appropriate program modules in partnership with the After School Club team to ensure activities are engaging, relevant, and aligned with Girl Scout outcomes.

• Provide expert guidance on curriculum selection, adaptation, and facilitation strategies to maintain consistency and strengthen the overall quality of afterschool programming.

• Support and deliver staff training to ensure high quality, accurate, and engaging implementation of Girl Scout content across afterschool sites.

Program Partnerships & Community Engagement

• Oversee program partnerships, including identification, vetting, relationship management, and ongoing evaluation.

• Assess potential partners for mission alignment, curriculum fit, and impact potential.

• Maintain strong relationships with community organizations, educational institutions, and content partners.

Highest Awards Support

• Serve as a resource to the Administrative Coordinator for the Rose, Bronze, Silver, and Gold Awards programs.

• Offer subject matter expertise, interpret program guidelines, and support tools, resources, and training for girls and volunteers.

• Contribute to process improvements that enhance accessibility, clarity, and recognition for Highest Awards.

STEM Centers Strategy & Execution

• Provide input into the council’s STEM Centers strategy, helping shape program themes, curriculum, and partnerships.

• Support implementation of STEM initiatives, including hands on workshops, special events, and partner led programming.

• Collaborate with cross-functional staff to ensure STEM programs are inclusive, high quality, and aligned with Girl Scout outcomes.

Program Evaluation & Outcomes Measurement

• Design and implement evaluation tools to assess program effectiveness, participant experience, and outcomes.

• Analyze data to identify trends, successes, and areas for improvement and/or growth.

• Use insights to inform program strategy and organizational reporting.

• Collaborate with the Fund Development team to support grant applications and ensure accurate tracking, reporting, and fulfillment of program deliverables and outcomes.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education, youth development, nonprofit management, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in youth programming, curriculum design, or related roles.
• Strong knowledge of youth development principles and experiential learning.
• Understanding of K–12 curriculum standards and best practices for designing age-appropriate, developmentally aligned programs.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and collaborate across teams.
• Experience with program evaluation or data collection preferred.
• Knowledge of the Girl Scout Movement, programs, or volunteer experience is strongly preferred.
• Commitment to the Girl Scout Mission and values.

Work Environment and Requirements

• Occasional evening and weekend work required for program events or trainings.
• Some travel within council jurisdiction.
• Ability to lift and transport program materials (up to 25 lbs.).
• Hybrid work schedule.

GSHCC Community Statement

Girl Scouts Heart of Central California (GSHCC) is a girl-centric and performance-driven community. At GSHCC, our mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. Across 18 counties, we offer an array of programming and perspectives with the goal of ensuring all girls, volunteers, and staff have a safe space, where they can learn and grow and be their authentic selves.

Girl Scout Law

Girl Scouts of all ages recite—and live by—the ideals listed in the Girl Scout Promise and Law. They remind us to do our best in being kind to others, respecting ourselves, making the world a better place, and so much more.

As a member of GSHCC staff, I will do my best to be:

• honest and fair
• friendly and helpful
• considerate and caring
• courageous and strong
• responsible for what I say and do
• respect myself and others
• respect authority
• use resources wisely
• and make the world a better place and be a sister to every Girl Scout