Community Development Team Lead
CurrentDrove membership growth by preparing and managing the Community Development Team to document and implement comprehensive recruitment and retention plans for girls/adults in troops, volunteer-led series, Girl Scouting in the School Day, and other opportunities based on community attributes and in alignment with council goals and council recruitment and retention strategies.Led and provided ongoing coaching on volunteer program management to ensure excellent customer service to volunteers and parents through communication, education, conflict management, and recognition to support the achievement of council program and customer experience targets.Developed and implemented a comprehensive community strategy for the team’s fourteen service units, including thirty-nine school districts that engaged and prepared volunteers, parents, and community organizations to provide girls with a high-quality, progressive Girl Scout Leadership Experience.Prepared the team and modeled collaboration with schools within thirty-nine districts, community organizations, and other networks to increase visibility and opportunities for girls, recruit volunteers, and increase program and funding partnerships to meet council objectives. Identify and take the lead on strategic partnerships to benefit communities and council overall.Supported Council strategic initiatives, including product sales, camp, and fund development efforts through the department and leading project teamwork.Facilitated monthly volunteer training for twenty-three service units. Topics range from navigating difficult conversations to managing finances.Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.