What are the responsibilities and job description for the Membership Recruitment Specialist position at Girl Scout Council of the Nation's Capital?
Do you love connecting with people and inspiring them to be part of something meaningful? Do you want to help youth discover their courage, confidence, and character while growing a movement that changes lives? If so, we’d love to meet you!
Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital is seeking a Membership Recruitment Specialist to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a relationship-builder and go-getter who thrives on community engagement, creativity, and impact.
What You’ll Do
As a Membership Recruitment Specialist, you’ll serve as the community face of Girl Scouts in your assigned area. You’ll build awareness and enthusiasm for Girl Scouting by developing and implementing strategies to attract new Girl Scouts and adult volunteers. Through presentations, events, and partnership-building, you’ll grow participation in the Girl Scout Movement and ensure new members have a positive start to their experience.
Every day looks a little different! You might spend your morning connecting with a local school or community center, your afternoon hosting an interest meeting for families, and your evening forming a new troop or mentoring new volunteers. It’s a dynamic role for someone who enjoys people, purpose, and seeing tangible results from their efforts.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute annual recruitment strategies to meet membership goals for youth and adults in the assigned area.
- Build strong relationships with schools, community organizations, faith-based groups, and local businesses to expand Girl Scout visibility and engagement.
- Plan and host a variety of events and programs—from Discover Girl Scouts nights to short-term series—to recruit and welcome new members.
- Generate and manage leads through Salesforce, tracking outreach, engagement, and conversion results.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to align recruitment efforts with council-wide membership campaigns and priorities.
- Identify new and creative ways to reach underrepresented communities and ensure Girl Scouting is accessible to all.
- Provide excellent customer service and follow-up to prospective members, volunteers, and community partners.
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who is energized by meeting new people and inspiring them to get involved. You’re a natural connector who communicates with warmth, enthusiasm, and clarity. You’re organized and self-motivated, able to plan your own schedule and meet goals independently—while still collaborating effectively as part of a team.
You should have:
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- A genuine passion for the Girl Scout mission and the ability to share it in compelling ways.
- Comfort working directly with both youth and adults, including hosting interactive programs for girls in grades K–12.
- Available and willing to maintain a flexible schedule, including regular (often, daily) afternoons, nights, and weekends. This position requires an average of 2-4 work evenings per week, and 3-5 weekend workdays per month during peak seasons.
- Proficiency with technology tools (Microsoft Office or Google Suite); Salesforce experience a plus.
- A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for daily travel within the region.
Bonus Points
- Bilingual skills in English and at least one of the following languages: Spanish, American Sign Language (ASL), or Hindi.
- Experience in recruitment, sales, community outreach, or volunteer management.
- Previous involvement with Girl Scouts or a similar mission-driven organization.
Some of Our Benefits
- 100% employer-paid HMO health insurance for employees (dependent coverage, POS, dental/vision available).
- 3% employer contribution to 403(b), plus additional 2% match.
- Generous paid leave benefits.
- Paid holidays/office closures include: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and December 26-31. The Presidential Inauguration Day is also an observed holiday on January 20th every four years. One floating holiday, annually.
- A vibrant workplace with a diverse staff who are dedicated to a common mission to make a difference in our community through Girl Scouting. Click here to read our bi-monthly staff newsletter to take a closer look.
Find out more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility at this link.
The starting salary range for this position is $52,000 to $55,000.Additional bonus payments of up to $250.00 (net) are available each quarter for achieving individual and team-based membership goals. Candidates who are fluent in Spanish, American Sign Language (ASL), or Hindi may be eligible for a $2,000 pay differential added to the starting salary.
About Us
At Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital, we believe in the power of youth leadership. Our mission is to build Girl Scouts of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. We serve over 45,000 youth and 31,000 adult members across the District of Columbia and 25 counties in Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. We are dedicated to creating a vibrant and inclusive community where youth can thrive, learn new skills, and discover their leadership potential.
Salary : $52,000 - $55,000