Community Outreach and Engagement Program Specialist

Join the Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland as a Full-Time Community Outreach and Engagement Program Specialist (job description listed has the official title), where your passion for youth facilitation can truly shine! This exciting role offers a unique opportunity to foster community access, enhance engagement, and drive outreach initiatives. Collaborate with like‑minded professionals in a flexible, remote environment while utilizing your skills in program coordination and relationship building.

With a pay range of $18-$20 per hour
, you can contribute to meaningful change within the community while gaining invaluable experience. Whether you are a recent grad or a seasoned educator seeking a fresh path, this position offers a dynamic landscape to innovate and inspire. You will be offered great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, Equipment Stipend, Employee Discounts, Paid Maternity/Paternity leave, paid holidays, casual work environment/remote work, LTD, Tax-Deferred Annuity;
Section 125 FSA, and Employee Assistance Program. Don't miss out on the chance to make a difference in Springfield, MO, and beyond!

Imagine joining a group of individuals‑each with their own unique skills and passions, but united by a common purpose. Imagine yourself at Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland. Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. We serve over 4,500 girls and 3,000 adult volunteers and members. Here, we know what you're looking for—a stimulating career paired with a supportive and comprehensive benefits package.

Apply today. For over 100 years, we have helped girls develop the skills and confidence they need to blossom into their best selves. From our earliest badges in electricity, aeronautics, and natural sciences to today's all‑girl robotics teams and cookie entrepreneurs, girls have challenged themselves through our skill‑building opportunities, worked with inspiring role models, and developed life‑long friendships.

As a Community Outreach and Engagement Program Specialist at the Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland, your day will be filled with dynamic activities, including traveling to various sites to facilitate and lead engaging programming for girls. You will play a pivotal role in identifying future enrollment pathways for girls beyond the programs you offer, and ensuring the growth of our community access initiatives.

Planning, and preparing for Girl Programs will be integral to your responsibilities, allowing you to showcase your innovation and problem‑solving skills. You will receive ongoing support from the entire Community Partnership & Outreach team while collaborating with other departments, fostering relationship building and council‑wide engagement. This position promises an exciting blend of hands‑on youth facilitation and collaborative outreach efforts, making a tangible difference in the lives of young girls in our community.

To thrive as a Community Outreach and Engagement Program Specialist with GSMH, candidates should possess a diverse skill set that encompasses youth facilitation and engagement techniques. Strong program coordination abilities will be essential for planning and executing impactful programming. Effective relationship building skills are crucial, as you will interact regularly with girls, families, and team members to enhance community access initiatives.

Organizational awareness will help you navigate the council's resources and needs, ensuring your outreach efforts are aligned with organizational goals. Excellent communication skills are important for articulating ideas clearly and fostering collaboration.

Additionally, an awareness of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility will be integral to creating an inviting and supportive environment for all participants, making you an essential contributor to our mission of empowering girls in the community.

So, what do you think? If you can meet these requirements and perform this job as described above, we would be excited to have you as part of our team!