Central Kentucky Regional Program Coordinator in Lexington, Kentucky at Girl Scouts of KY's Wilderness Road Council INC

The Central Kentucky Regional Program Coordinator is responsible for the planning, implementation, management, and evaluation of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience (GSLE) programming in the Central Kentucky area and surrounding regions. This role will coordinate and deliver a range of programming events, including but not limited to: makerspace-oriented workshops, medium to large scale annual events, partnership events, and series programming. The Regional Program Coordinator will be responsible for overseeing Central Kentucky and surrounding county programming availability, event numbers, and website calendar updates. This role is also responsible for creating and maintaining community partnerships with local businesses and organizations. The Central Kentucky Regional Program Coordinator will report to the Director of Program Strategy while working in collaboration with the Girl Scout Program team and other departments (membership, volunteer) as well as region/event-based committees (Program and Activities Committee, GEMS Planning Committee, etc) to ensure a successful model for member retention.

This is an on-site position with remote work eligibility after a 90 day probation. The standard work schedule is 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM. Requests for remote work must be approved by supervisor.

Program Management & Execution:

• Lead and support programming at the Lexington service center as well as annual and regular events such as GEMS (Girls in Engineering, Math, and Science), Holiday Express, GEMS Jr, Boo Crew, and others.
• Train Central Kentucky program volunteers. Regional and events-based committee liaison.
• Expand GSLE (Girl Scout Leadership Experience), volunteer-led and community partner-led programs at the makerspace and throughout Central Kentucky.??
• Recruit, train, and manage volunteers for the effective delivery of regional events and program opportunities.
• Promote and assist with council-wide programs, activities, public relations, and fund development endeavors.

Data Analysis & Program Evaluation:

• Analyze program effectiveness, collect data, and generate detailed reports for program partners and funders as needed, ensuring timely submission of all required reports.
• This may include data reporting, meetings supporting grant-funded initiatives, and after-action reviews.
• Meet with other departments periodically (Fund Development, Finance, Marketing, etc).

Finances & Sustainability:

• Prepare, coordinate, and report budgets for older girl events and program opportunities in collaboration with department leadership.
• Collaborate with the fund development team on sponsorship strategy, with a targeted focus in fostering event sustainability.
• Meet with finance team in monthly meetings.

Leadership & Supervision:

• Design and implement strategies to recruit, train, and support adult volunteers who will deliver Girl Scout programming through innovative delivery models.
• Support the professional development of adult volunteers and leaders, ensuring their success in delivering high-quality programming.

Community Outreach & Engagement:

• Foster community awareness and visibility through active participation in youth coalitions, inter-agency meetings, and other community engagement efforts.
• Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and access in all aspects of program delivery and community engagement.

Customer Service:

• Project a positive and professional image of Girl Scouting.
• Provide and ensure professional, superior customer service is provided to all internal and external customers, members, volunteers, staff, and other community contacts.
• Active participation in the development of environments that foster diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and access through words, actions, and attitude.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The expectations listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Expectations:

• Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and data management software products a plus.
• Ability to take initiative, anticipate needs, and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Discretion, professionalism, and a strong sense of confidentiality.
• Adhere to all Council policies and procedures.
• Project a positive and professional image of Girl Scouts.
• Other duties as assigned to meet the Council's goals.
• Non-profit knowledge preferred.
• Promoted Behaviors: Customer Centric, Communicator, Relational Intelligence, Critical Thinker, Digital, Virtual and Technical Proficiency, Financial Acumen, Leadership and Stewardship, Learning and Innovation, Social Justice and Inclusion (DEIB), Business First Mindset

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong and determined self-motivator. High personnel accountability.
• Ability to think quickly and logically under pressure.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent judgment, with the ability to work independently, plan, organize and manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a timely order in a continually changing work environment.
• High standards of personal accountability.

Physical/Mental Essential Requirements:

• Travel as the job requires.
• Work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to sit at a computer workstation for extended periods of time.
• Physical ability to lift, carry, set up work-related supplies and/or equipment weighing at least 30 pounds.
• Full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
• Provide own method of transportation, maintain valid driver's license with appropriate insurance.
• Pass initial and periodic background and driver checks.

Other:

• All buildings and camps are smoke/electronic/tobacco and vapor-free facilities.

Benefits

• Compensation – GSKWR prides itself on competitive non-profit pay. Regular opportunities for both cost of living and merit-based raises after first year of employment.
• Employer Sponsored Benefits - GSKWR participates in medical, dental, and vision healthcare plans. Other benefits: 403b retirement savings option, life insurance, etc. Open Enrollment period includes thorough education on benefits programs annually.
• Time Off - GSKWR prioritizes the mental, emotional, and physical health of our employees; proven through our generous PTO and Sick Time offerings. PTO hours are increased at regular intervals based on employee tenure.
• Professional Development Opportunities – Girl Scouts is a leadership development organization that prioritizes and believes in the professional and personal growth of all members, including staff. Continuous learning encouraged: training, enrichments, certifications, education, networking opportunities, cross-training, and more.
• Complementary annual registration as a member of Girl Scouts Girl Scouts of Kentucky’s Wilderness Road included while under employment with the council.

The Girl Scout program is for all girls without regard to race, creed, color or national origin. Activities are age appropriate and designed to encourage pluralism and to promote racial and ethnic pride and respect.