What are the responsibilities and job description for the Talent and Development Recruiter position at Girl Scout Council of the Nation's Capital?
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Description
At Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital, we help Girl Scouts build courage, confidence, and character to make the world a better place — and we know that starts with the people who power our mission. We’re seeking a Talent and Development Recruiter to attract, engage, and grow an exceptional team of professionals who bring our mission to life every day.
About the Role
The Talent and Development Recruiter leads staff recruitment, onboarding, and professional growth initiatives. This position is ideal for a people-focused, strategic professional who enjoys both planning and hands-on implementation. You’ll design and execute recruitment strategies that build a diverse, high-performing workforce and create meaningful development programs that help employees thrive.
You’ll work closely with senior leadership to ensure our workforce strategies align with organizational goals and values. From cultivating new hiring pipelines to shaping leadership training and career pathways, you’ll play a key role in strengthening our culture and employee experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead recruitment and onboarding efforts that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.
- Build partnerships with colleges, universities, community groups, and professional associations to expand talent pipelines.
- Develop engaging onboarding and leadership development programs using adult learning best practices.
- Support workforce planning, performance development, and succession initiatives.
- Partner across departments to identify learning needs and create customized training solutions.
- Champion inclusion, equity, and belonging in all aspects of the employee lifecycle.
What You Bring
- 7 years of progressive experience in staff recruitment, training, or workforce development (nonprofit or youth-serving experience preferred).
- Strong project management, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Proven ability to take initiative, solve problems, and improve processes.
- Experience with LMS and HRIS systems.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
Additional Details
Based in Washington, DC, with travel within DC, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. Reliable transportation required; mileage reimbursement provided. Some evening and weekend work required.
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 $75,000 - $78,000.
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 : $75,000 - $78,000