Skill, Experience & Education
To perform effectively in this position, the incumbent is required to have:
- Outstanding Interpersonal and Communication Skills. Expresses ideas and facts in a clear and understandable manner appropriate for the individual or group; listens to and comprehends what others are saying; prepares organized and structured presentations; has demonstrated ability to work with a wide range of sensitive and confidential issues and communicate effectively with a diverse group of girls, volunteers, and staff.
- Customer Responsiveness. Provides superior customer service to all internal and external customers. Seek and acknowledges the views and ideas from customer; identifies, prioritizes, and balances customer issues; takes time to answer questions and explain decisions; follows through on commitments to customers in a timely manner; maintains a commitment to continuous improvement.
- Project Management. Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple projects while managing conflicting priorities and deadlines, formulate short- and long-term project goals, objectives, schedules, and priorities in line with council goals; anticipate issues, obstacles, or opportunities that may impact plans or actions; establish courses of action for accomplishing goals while attending to and incorporating information obtained during day-to-day administrative tasks.
- Excellent independent decision-making skills and strong resourcefulness. Proven record of functioning as a self-starter who can work independently with minimal oversight and take initiative; demonstrated flexibility, adaptability, self-management, and organization.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in lieu of education
- Bilingual- Spanish/English preferred
- Experience in project management
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends
- Volunteer Experience preferred
- Ability to adapt to changing situations
- Ability to use technology and learn new technology applications
- Must successfully complete a criminal background check
- Must be able to commute an average of 400-600 miles a month
- Valid California driver’s license, access to reliable transportation, and proof of insurance
Additional Organizational Requirements
- Subscribe to the principles of the Girl Scout Movement.
- Demonstrate a strong work ethic, integrity and honesty in all professional situations.
- Possess a positive attitude with strong work ethic, integrity. honesty, and sense of humor.
- Must be flexible, adaptable and willing to thrive in an ever changing/fast-paced environment
- Develop and maintain sensitivity to employee diversity in the workplace.
- Behave in ways that demonstrate respectful treatment of other employees, volunteers and girls.
- Practice pluralism and be inclusive with the services provided.
- Compliance with State-mandated reporter requirements is an essential function of this position.
- Attend GSGLA signature events and certain other activities/events (including cookie cupboards, etc.) as assigned.
- Abide by a duty of loyalty to GSGLA and give preference to the business and mission of GSGLA over that of other organizations and your own business interests.
Physical Requirements
The incumbent is in a non-confined office-type setting in which he or she is free to move about at will. The
environment for this position is mostly clean and comfortable but may include some minor annoyances such as
noise, odors, drafts, etc. In the course of performing this work, the incumbent:
- Will spend time sitting, utilizing the computer.
- Will spend time standing/walking throughout the facilities.
- Must travel via personal vehicle or public transport to various facilities throughout the region.
- May lift up to 15 lbs. periodically. If more, the incumbent must request assistance.
- The incumbent must be able to perform this job safely, without endangering the health or safety of him/herself or others.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Benefits / Other
GSGLA and its employees support an inclusive environment and values the individual traits, skills and talents of all staff, volunteers, girls, prospects, and donors. Employees of GSGLA receive a competitive slate of benefits and paid time off, including the closure of its offices the second and fourth Monday of every month. Full time staff are eligible to opt into plans that cover Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and even Pet Insurance, as well as a 403b plan. Join the Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles team and help champion the ambitions of every girl!
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Access & Advocacy Statement
Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles is committed to building a diverse staff that reflects the communities we work alongside, and we value equity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage applications from individuals in all groups and communities, different walks of life, and those belonging to communities historically excluded. As an organization committed to making the world a better place, it is essential that we incorporate a diverse, equitable and inclusive lens into all aspects of our work. We encourage applicants with a global perspective and a commitment to values around diversity, equity, and inclusion to apply.
The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.