Community Outreach Coordinator - Lima, OH

Community Outreach Coordinator

Community outreach. Measurable impact. Career growth.

Location:

This position is based out of our Lima Girl Scout Center located at 1870 W. Robb Avenue, Lima OH 45805

Assigned Regional Service Area:
Greater Lima including Allen, Van Wert, Hardin, Mercer, Auglaize, Shelby, Logan

We’re looking for an enthusiastic and mission‑driven Community Outreach Coordinator to grow Girl Scout membership through outreach programming and event management. This role is responsible for developing and executing dynamic, data‑informed plans that engage girls in flexible pathways in and outside the school day. The ideal candidate will build strong relationships with schools, community partners, and volunteers to drive girl programming that reach current and prospective members through the outreach pathways, events, or through council‑wide initiatives.

The ideal candidate is passionate about expanding access to Girl Scouting and will have strong relationship management skills, be comfortable communicating the Girl Scout program in small and large groups and use data‑driven insights to create and execute a year‑round and robust outreach and/or program plans. This role is located within our central/Lima region and assigned to support schools and service units in the following counties:
Allen, Van Wert, Hardin, Mercer, Auglaize, Shelby, Logan.

• Enjoy being out in the community
  , supporting volunteers and building local relationships, not sitting behind a desk
• Are motivated by clear goals and measurable impact
  , especially around recruitment, member engagement, retention, and program quality
• Like building relationships and coaching others
  , helping volunteers feel confident and successful in their roles
• Thrive in a performance‑oriented environment
  , working in close partnership with the department and region
• Want work experience that translates into future careers in community engagement, curriculum implementation, project management, nonprofit leadership, program coordination or training

• Drive membership growth through the delivery of Girl Scout programs in assigned Title One schools/service units by developing and implementing comprehensive plans for girls in series including Girl Scouting in the School Day and other school and community‑based opportunities including recruitment, parent/caregiver engagement and conversion to sustainable Girl Scout experiences.
• Cultivate and collaborate with assigned schools, community organizations, and program partners to increase visibility and opportunities for girls, recruit volunteers, and increase program and funding partnerships to meet council objectives.
• Create and implement council-sponsored events for girls in grades K-12 based on council’s strategic planning, organizational goals, and Girl Scout Outcomes.
• Administer evaluations and monitor results, adjusting the program delivery as needed.
• Oversee the creation and management of the budget for council-sponsored events and initiatives to meet council revenue targets and manage expenses.
• Provides support to Council strategic initiatives including service unit support, year‑round recruitment campaigns, product program, progressive outdoor experiences and fund development efforts through regional teams, department, and project teamwork.

In this role, you’ll build highly transferable experience in public speaking and facilitation
, community engagement
, relationship management
, event/project planning
, and marketing/communications all while supporting volunteers who deliver life‑changing experiences for girls. You’ll strengthen your ability to influence, coach and support volunteers and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑moving, people‑centered environment.

• Community outreach & relationship marketing – Build confidence representing an organization in schools, neighborhoods, and community spaces while engaging families and caregivers through face‑to‑face outreach and presentations.
• Public speaking & influence – Lead recruitment events, information sessions, and community conversations that inspire families to take action and join…