Membership Growth & Retention Specialist

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• Participates in developing and implementing plans for membership growth and retention through the work of volunteers.

• Schedules and manages recruitment events in assigned areas approximately 2-3 times per week during peak seasons, either individually or with the assistance of volunteers.

• Delivers or supports the delivery of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience in designated areas until adults are trained and ready to serve as volunteers. In some cases, direct support of troops/girls will be required.

• Ensures Girl Scouting is open to all girls and adults by delivering the Girl Scout message of belonging to community groups, organizations, and other constituencies within the council area.

• Provides onboarding and ongoing support, supervision, conflict management, and direction to volunteers by interpreting council policies, standards, and procedures.

• Actively participates in the development of environments that foster diversity, equity, inclusion, and access through words, actions, and attitude.

Are these skills and experience you could share with our team?

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a PREFERRED.

• Ability to work a minimum of 37.5 hours per week; weekends and evenings required.

• Strong communication skillslistening as well as written & verbal communicationand ability to communicate with persons of diverse backgrounds.

• Minimum of 2-3 years related work experience.

• Strong interpersonal skills: ability to cultivate, motivate and maintain effective working relationships with volunteers and staff from diverse backgrounds.

• Must have a valid drivers license and reliable transportation. Frequent travel within the Council area is required.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Ready to join our crew? For more information, or to apply, please visit our job site at

Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois draws inspiration from our Girl Scout Promise and Law in our Belonging Statement. Being a member of Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois means you are part of a community of diverse races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, abilities, and religions. We commit to providing an equitable and accessible Girl Scout Leadership Experience to all Girl Scouts in our council. We are champions of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access.

If selected for an interview, you will be contacted via email. Check your email for responses.

Compensation details: 20.51-20.51 Hourly Wage

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