Job Summary

The Temporary Membership Recruiter supports recruiting new girl members and adult volunteers within assigned geographic areas across Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta's 34-county jurisdiction. This position focuses on community outreach, identifying prospective members, promoting Girl Scout opportunities, and assisting interested families and volunteers through the membership registration process.

Reporting directly to the Regional Membership Executive (RME), the Temporary Membership Recruiter will utilize strong communication, networking, and relationship-building skills to engage schools, community organizations, families, and prospective volunteers. This is primarily a field-based position requiring regular community engagement, participation in recruitment events, and collaboration with the Membership team to support recruitment efforts.

Duties & Responsibilities

Recruitment of Girls and Adult Volunteers

• Identify and engage prospective girl members and adult volunteers through community outreach and recruitment activities.
• Build relationships with schools, community organizations, businesses, and other local partners to promote Girl Scout membership opportunities.
• Conduct recruitment presentations, information sessions, and community events to introduce families and volunteers to Girl Scouting.
• Coordinate and participate in school recruitment events, community fairs, and other membership recruitment activities as directed by the RME.
• Articulate the Girl Scout mission, values, leadership experience, and membership benefits to prospective girls, families, and volunteers.
• Distribute recruitment materials and share information about Girl Scout programs and membership opportunities.
• Utilize knowledge of local communities and demographics to identify potential recruitment opportunities.
• Maintain an active presence in assigned communities to engage prospective members and establish relationships with community partners.

Prospective Member Engagement and Follow-Up

• Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries from prospective girl members, families, and adult volunteers.
• Follow up with interested families and volunteers to provide information about Girl Scout membership and registration.
• Help prospective members and volunteers navigate the online membership registration process.
• Manage and follow up on prospective member leads generated through recruitment events, community outreach, and marketing campaigns.
• Maintain accurate records of recruitment activities, prospective member contacts, and follow-up communications using designated Council systems.
• Coordinate with the RME and Membership & Engagement Executives to connect interested families with appropriate troop placement resources.
• Provide excellent customer service and support to prospective members, families, and community partners.

Internal Collaboration and Recruitment Support

• Report directly to the Regional Membership Executive and coordinate recruitment activities based on assigned priorities.
• Collaborate with Membership & Engagement Executives and other Membership staff to support recruitment efforts within designated geographic areas.
• Provide the RME with regular updates on recruitment activities, community engagement, prospective member contacts, and follow-up efforts.
• Assist with preparing recruitment materials, coordinating event logistics, and organizing community outreach activities.
• Stay current on Girl Scout programs, membership opportunities, and Council messaging.
• Work collaboratively with other Council departments as needed to support recruitment events and community engagement.
• Ensure recruitment activities and communications align with Council policies, procedures, and brand standards.
• Perform other recruitment-related duties as assigned.

Skills & Experience

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, networking, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to engage effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and communities.
• Comfortable conducting presentations and speaking with individuals and groups of varying sizes.
• Strong customer service and follow-up skills.
• Proven organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and prioritize responsibilities.
• Ability to work independently in the field and collaboratively with a team.
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to meet designated deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn Council systems.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Demonstrates professionalism, courtesy, and enthusiasm when representing the organization.
• Maintains confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends, to support recruitment activities.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in recruitment, community outreach, sales, customer service, or event coordination.
• Experience working with schools, youth-serving organizations, or community-based programs.
• Experience conducting presentations or facilitating community events.
• Knowledge of the Girl Scout organization and its mission.
• Experience using customer relationship management (CRM) systems or similar tracking tools.

Minimum Qualifications

• Relevant experience in recruitment, community outreach, sales, or customer service may be considered.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to travel throughout assigned geographic areas to attend recruitment events and engage community partners.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends based on recruitment event schedules.
• Must successfully complete required criminal background, motor vehicle record, and sex offender registry checks in accordance with Council policies.

Work Environment

This is a temporary, primarily field-based position requiring frequent travel within assigned geographic areas. Work activities may take place in schools, community centers, public events, and other recruitment locations. Some administrative responsibilities may be completed at designated Council locations or as directed by the Regional Membership Executive.

The position requires flexibility to accommodate community events and recruitment activities, including occasional evening and weekend assignments.