Girl Program Specialist - Adventure Express

**Location: Erie, Armstrong, Cambria, Indiana, or Westmoreland County**

*Full-time remote work is available- however the employee must live in and is required to frequently travel throughout western PA*

Role Description

This position is part Program Specialist and part road trip.As part of the Girl Program team, you will bring high-adventure programming directly to Girl Scout troops, often using our mobile unit - **Adventure Express**. You will develop, plan, and facilitate outdoor programming for our members.This role is ideal for individuals passionate about taking Girl Scouting experiences beyond the traditional troop meeting, taking outdoor adventures to the members, and making Girl Scouts accessible to all members.

Our Adventure Express mobile unit will be used frequently as part of providing outdoor programming. You'll start by traveling to the designated location in western PA, setting up and facilitating the program. At the end of the program, you'll pack up, secure all program components, and get ready for the next adventure. When you are not on the road in the mobile unit, you will be researching, developing, and facilitating additional outdoor programs for our membership.

*This role requires regular operation of a full-size truck pulling a 22-foot trailer. You must be confident and comfortable driving this type of vehicle. Training will be provided.*

**Essential Duties**

• **Travel and Logistics:** Frequently travel throughout western PA, often driving our **Adventure Express** mobile unit, which is a full-size pickup truck pulling a 22-foot trailer
• **Program Planning:** Research and identify high-adventure programming opportunities throughout western PA that meet the Girl Scout Leadership Experience standards
• **Program Delivery**: Coordinate rentals of the **Adventure Express** mobile unit; facilitate expert-led, hands-on activities for troops, such as standup paddle board, archery, outdoor cooking, hiking throughout western PA, often using the **Adventure Express** mobile unit;
• **Safety Management:** Ensure the safety of participants by following safety standards of Girl Scouts and ACA, policies, procedures, and safety practices for the program and equipment used
• Represent Girl Scouts with professionalism and enthusiasm
  
  

**QUALIFICATIONS**

**Skills & Core Competencies**

• Comfortable driving a full-size truck pulling a 22-foot trailer in various western PA terrains and in various weather conditions; training provided
• Experience in developing and facilitating outdoor education and program for youth
• Certifications a plus or a willingness to get certified: archery, canoeing, kayaking, lifeguarding, stand-up paddle board
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines
• Strong training and facilitation skills with demonstrated success executing trainings and workshops
• Top notch communicator and can confidently present to large groups
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office, Outlook, proficient in Excel, and ability to learn new systems
• Travel is required throughout western PA
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks in a continually changing work environment
• Must be organized, detail-oriented, and customer-focused
• Ability and willingness to work and maintain a flexible schedule, to include evenings and weekends
  
  

**Education, Experience, and Certifications**

• Degree in youth programming, social services, event planning or related field, or combined equivalent education and directly related work experience
• Minimum of 2 years of work experience in related field with proven success in planning and facilitating quality youth programming
• Must have current, active driver's license
  
  

Summary And Benefits

Girl Scouts Western Pennsylvania is one of three Girl Scout councils in Pennsylvania. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that supports 27 counties n western Pennsylvania. Background checks are required.

Our Generous Benefit Package Includes

• Full-time remote work is available however, the employee must live in and is required to frequently travel throughout western PA for this role
• Health, dental and vision insurance available; FSA and HSA options
• Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary insurance options: short-term disability, cancer, life, and accident insurances
• 401k plan with employer match; pre-tax and ROTH options
• A generous paid time off policy
• 15 paid holidays annually with company closure between December 24 - January 1
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
  
  

**Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion**

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that welcomes and supports individuals of all backgrounds.

To Apply

Apply today to be part of our mission to help build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.

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