Volunteer Support and Girl Recruiter

This Regional Coordinator position plays a key role in fostering a thriving and engaged volunteer community within designated service unit areas. This position focuses on recruiting and retaining members, providing training and resources, and recognizing volunteers' contributions. This role works closely in the field with service unit teams, internal departments, community partners, and the Regional Director to ensure volunteers are empowered and successful in delivering impactful Girl Scout experiences.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Volunteer Recruitment & Retention:

• Develop and implement data-driven strategies to attract and retain volunteers and members.
• Monitor membership trends, identify growth opportunities, and implement targeted retention efforts.

Volunteer Support & Development:

• Provide guidance, tools, and ongoing training opportunities to equip and empower volunteers, building their confidence and skills in their roles.
• Identify, recruit, and nurture key volunteer roles within service units, fostering strong leadership and engagement.

Program Support & Implementation:

• Collaborate with staff and volunteer teams to support the development and implementation of programs that align with Girl Scout leadership outcomes.
• Develop and implement initiatives that enhance the Girl Scout experience, including recognition and incentive programs.
• Champion inclusive and accessible engagement strategies that promote cultural awareness within the Girl Scout community.
• Build and maintain relationships with community organizations to expand program opportunities.
• Gather and analyze feedback to continuously improve volunteer-driven initiatives.

Volunteer Recognition & Engagement:

• Ensure meaningful volunteer appreciation efforts are implemented, including recognition events, awards, and ongoing engagement initiatives.
• Cultivate a culture of gratitude, connection, and belonging among volunteers.
• Maintain consistent communication with volunteers to ensure they feel valued, supported, and connected to the mission.

Operational & Community Partnership Management:

• Track and evaluate service unit health using key performance metrics, including membership growth, volunteer engagement, and leadership stability.
• Serve as a problem-solving resource for volunteer concerns, providing conflict resolution support and ensuring adherence to policies.
• Maintain accurate volunteer records and data in Volunteer Systems (Salesforce) and other tracking tools.
• Manage assigned budget by tracking expenses and providing financial reports as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Nonprofit Management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in volunteer management, youth development, or community outreach.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and foster a collaborative environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with Salesforce or other database systems preferred.
• Commitment to the Girl Scout mission and values.
• Bilingual in Spanish (preferred).
• Ability and willingness to be trained and drive a 30-foot Mobile STEM Center Maker Space RV vehicle. (Highly desired).
• Able and willing to work evenings, weekends, and travel within our 18-county territory. (40% )

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. As a member of this community, I have certain responsibilities and use the following principles to guide my actions:

• I build trust and relationships
• I engage in honest conversations
• I collaborate and urgently solve problems
• I act with integrity
• I am aware of my biases
• I embrace accountability
• I work effectively and efficiently
• I am courageous

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

Salary : $70,304