Position Title: Service Area Special Events Coordinator

Position Summary: Work with the Service Area Manager and Service Team to plan and develop special events for the girls and leaders/advisors.

Appointed by:  Service Area Manager or Member Services Executive

Position Tasks/Responsibilities:

1. Recruit chairpersons for each special event.
2. Develop a list of needs and responsibilities for each activity chairperson such as: budget, promotions, permission slips, site arrangements, contact person(s), fees, deadlines, ets.
3. Report to volunteers and encourage their participation in Council-wide events.
4. Attend training as required.
5. Attend Service Team and Area meetings as needed.
6. Interpret and support, in a positive manner, the Council’s policies, standards, procedures, and decisions.
7. Support GSGEC efforts to increase revenue through Family Partnership, Capital Campaigns, Product Sales and special events that may be held from time to time.

Position Competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities required):

1. Believes in the aims and purposes of the Girl Scout organization and subscribes to the principles expressed in the Girl Scout Promise and Law.
2. Meets requirements for membership in Girl Scouts of U.S.A. and be a registered member.
3. Understand and accept GSUSA Policies and Standards, Girl Scouts of Glowing Embers Policies and Standards.
4. Have the ability to delegate responsibly, motivate, and work harmoniously with others without regard to race, creed, nationality, socio-economic factors or disabilities.
5. Has basic knowledge of, or is willing to learn, Girl Scout programs and is willing and able to take necessary trainings.
6. Strong organizational and planning skills, and the ability to delegate responsibility.
7. Possesses effective oral and written communication skills.
8. Patience, enthusiasm, resourcefulness, flexibility and a sense of humor are assets.

Time Commitment Required:  One Year, may be re-appointed

Meetings Required:

• Monthly service team and service area meetings

Training Needed:

• Orientation to position
• Administrative Volunteer Training