Program Specialist - Year Round at Girl Scouts of Utah

Murray, Utah, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Aug, 26

Salary

23.0

Posted On

06 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Program Design, Program Delivery, Partnership Building, Inclusive Strategy Development, Data Evaluation, Facilitation, Budget Management, Conflict De-escalation, Microsoft Office Suite, Organizational Skills, Written Communication, Oral Communication, Multitasking, Leadership, Spanish Bilingualism, Project Management

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Description Girl Scouts of Utah is hiring a full-time Program Specialist! Do you want to be a part of an organization that has shaped generations of young leaders across Utah? Do you love creating and facilitating meaningful, engaging programs that inspire and empower youth? Would you thrive on balancing project details while empowering volunteers to succeed? ABOUT GIRL SCOUTS OF UTAH (GSU): GSU's mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. The Girl Scout leadership activities are organized around 3 keys of leadership: Discover, Connect, and Take Action, and are based on the values of the Girl Scout Promise and Law. GSU offers: Competitive Wages Excellent Health, Life and Supplemental Insurance 401(k) Retirement benefits - with up to a 4% match, vested immediately! Work-Life Harmony – Flexible schedules (after 30 days) between 7am-7pm with ½ day Fridays! Professional growth, Development and Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities Opportunity to participate in Employee Resource Groups designed to impact DEIRJ GENEROUS Paid Time Off: 43 days per year total!!!!! Overview The Program Specialist leads the design and delivery of programs that enhance the Girl Scout Leadership Experience (GSLE). This role builds strong partnerships and collaborates with staff, volunteers, and caregivers to expand program reach and impact. Working closely with the Program team, the specialist ensures alignment across initiatives while adapting to organizational priorities and leveraging individual strengths. Key Accountabilities Design and deliver high-quality, engaging programs that support the Girl Scout Leadership Experience (GSLE) outcomes. Build and maintain partnerships with community organizations, schools, and stakeholders to expand program opportunities. Develop inclusive program strategies that meet the diverse needs of girls and support recruitment and retention goals. Evaluate program effectiveness using data and continuously improve program delivery, volunteer support, and participant experience. Lead and facilitate program activities, including direct engagement with Girl Scout troops and alternative delivery models. Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams to increase participation, enhance program content, and support fundraising efforts. Manage program budgets, monitor financial performance, and support cost recovery goals. This on-site role offers a dynamic schedule, including evenings and weekends, to support impactful programs and events across the community. Requirements Skills: A commitment and passion for the Girl Scout mission and an ability to effectively model, promote, and communicate the mission and vision of Girl Scouts to internal and external stakeholders Ability to work as a full-time staff member, with a dynamic schedule which will include evenings and weekends. High level of professionalism with demonstrated ability to work as part of a team, multitask, meet deadlines, take initiative, maintain confidentiality, work efficiently under pressure, and work independently. Strong leadership and organizational skills, detail oriented, high degree of accuracy with the ability to manage multiple programs and seasonal staff simultaneously. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to deescalate conflicts and manage difficult situations effectively. Excellent written communication skills with the ability to edit work for spelling and grammar, and ability to read and interpret written information and numbers. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, internet research, and ATS (Applicant Tracking System) platforms. Bilingual Spanish speaking preferred but not required. Certifications (or willingness to obtain): First Aid/CPR Youth Protection Training Successfully pass background investigations, including sex-offender registries and driving records. Must have personal transportation, possess a valid driver’s license, maintain personal auto insurance, and meet the Council insurance company’s requirement for coverage. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to: Speak clearly so listeners can understand. Understand the speech of another person. See details of objects that are less than a few feet away. Stand, walk, and/or sit for extended periods of time. Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Work in rugged, outdoor, environments and adverse weather conditions. Possess the visual/auditory ability to respond to environmental and other hazards related to summer camp activities. Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and the ability to walk on uneven ground Demonstrate the good manual dexterity required to use common office equipment (e.g., computers, mobile devices, calculators, copiers, scanners). Core Competencies Communicator Critical Thinker Leadership and Stewardship Customer Centric Digital, Virtual and Technical Proficiency Financial Acumen Learning and Innovation Relational Intelligence Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Racial Justice Alignment with Girl Scouts of Utah’s Mission

Responsibilities

The Program Specialist designs and delivers high-quality programs to enhance the Girl Scout Leadership Experience while building partnerships with community stakeholders. They are responsible for managing program budgets, evaluating effectiveness through data, and facilitating direct engagement with troops.