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Employment Opportunities

camp staff

We are still in need of the following summer camp staff:

1. Cook at Finbrooke
2. Cook for Cherokee Ridge
3. Unit leaders for both Finbrooke and Mintahama

Volunteer Services Specialist

Position Summary: 

The Volunteer Services Specialist is responsible for planning, designing, implementing and evaluating an education program for all volunteers to help them successfully deliver the Girl Scout program to girls.  

Council Expectations of Employee:

o Adheres to council policies and procedures
o Acts as a role model within and outside the council
o Performs duties as workload necessitates
o Behaves and communicates in a positive and respectful way
o Communicates regularly with supervisor about Department issues
o Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize work load
o Consistently reports to work on time prepared to perform duties of position
o Meets Department and individual performance goals and standards

Major Accountabilities:  

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Manages a core team of adult development volunteers. Responsibilities include recruiting and training volunteers; directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Position Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in related field or experience commensurate with degree; excellent knowledge of adult learning and adult education theories; computer literacy and technical knowledge of computer software programs such as Word, Access, Publisher, Excel and the internet; ability to meet people with ease; ability to write and edit effectively; ability to communicate the written and spoken word with tact, diplomacy, and/or authority when necessary; good organizational skills, well disciplined, able to meet deadlines, self starter, able to work under pressure of many priorities and deadlines; ability to work effectively with volunteers; ability to work well as a part of a team; knowledge of long-range planning process; good managerial skills; must have highly developed interpersonal skills; unequivocal commitment to pluralism; ability to meet travel requirements, including night, weekend and overnight travel; valid driver's license; access to properly insured vehicle in working condition.

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Job Location: MO - Springfield
Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)

Job Summary

Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland is the product of the joining of resources and ambitions of five legacy councils. The council is seeking a highly motivated and dynamic executive to continue to unify and lead the council by embracing its vision as the premier leadership development experience for girls in central and southern Missouri, southeast Kansas, and northeast Oklahoma. Girl Scouting helps girls discover their own sense of self, connect with others in an increasingly diverse world, and take action to make the world a better place.

The new CEO, in partnership with the board, will be charged with expanding opportunities for girls in the communities served. While honoring the traditions of Girl Scouting, the CEO will provide highly visible and dynamic leadership to advance a vibrant and challenging environment for girl and adult members and volunteers from all the communities it serves.

Reporting to the council's board of directors, the CEO will bring leadership, strategic direction, and vision to the council, capitalizing on the strengths of its 4,900-plus volunteers and 62 staff to meet the needs of 17,400-plus girls. The CEO promotes Girl Scout visibility and is an ambassador of Girl Scouting in the council's jurisdiction, the "go-to" person on girls' issues in central and southern Missouri. Key objectives include increasing membership in all communities, building a foundation of fiscal strength based on diversification of income, and taking the council to a new level of operations in a digital and media-savvy environment. Essential is the ability to engender support in the various communities encompassed by the council: small cities, suburbs, and rural areas. In addition to a normal office schedule, this position requires evening and weekend meetings and event participation as well as travel for professional conferences and leadership and management development opportunities.

The CEO will have significant functional responsibility for fundraising and development initiatives, management of senior leadership staff, and the achievement of established diversity goals for council operations. Additional responsibilities include financial accountability for the $4.7 million annual budget and substantial property accountability for its headquarters, a satellite office, four service centers, and 11 camp properties. The successful CEO will inspire staff to work to their fullest potential and make maximum use of the strong volunteer base of the council. EOE

Job Qualifications

The CEO will possess solid C-level business skills as well as demonstrated dedication and support for the advancement of young people. A minimum of 10 years senior level experience is desired, with five or more years of executive experience leading organizations through transformational change. In addition, we seek excellence across a broad range of executive and managerial functions, including financial management, fund development, business development, planning, board relations, staff/volunteer relations, and the use of social media for business communications. It is expected that candidates will possess a minimum of an undergraduate degree or equivalent mix of education, training, and experience with advanced education and training in fields relating to nonprofit leadership preferred.

Personal attributes of the CEO will include a girl-centered attitude, dedication to the mission of Girl Scouting at all times, and the drive to be the voice for girls throughout the communities served. The CEO will be a person of strong ideals, integrity, and vision who has strategic and operational planning abilities and who can serve as a role model of best management practices and solid decision making. The new CEO will possess a style of leadership that embraces partnerships, that is collaborative, and that empowers stakeholders to achieve their highest potential, all the while meeting mutually agreed upon accountability measures.

Special Instructions

We encourage expressions of interest as early as possible to accommodate the council's urgent need to fill this important position.

How to Apply

For consideration, please email your cover letter and resume (preferably MS Word attachments) along with salary requirements to:

Bob Perodeau, Principal
800-221-6663
evergreen.source@att.net
Evergreen Executive Source, LLC
P.O. Box 412
Haddonfield, NJ 08033

Fax #: 800-451-1451

PDF file of this posting

Community/Membership Development Specialist

Position available for the southwest-Springfield region.

Position Summary:

The Community/Membership Development Specialist is responsible for developing, retaining, and increasing girl and adult membership in assigned geographic areas.

The incumbent develops and implements plans for membership extension through the work of administrative volunteers and represents and extends Girl Scouting in the community through presentations, collaborative efforts, and networking.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Recruit volunteers to work with girls in a variety of settings using traditional and non traditional means, including college service learning or department specific recruitment, focusing on a specific age group, such as 18 – 29 year olds and recent retirees.

2. Community cultivation including development of collaborative opportunities for the purpose of adult and girl recruitment. 

3. Provides information and interpretation of council and GSUSA policies and programs to reinforce the role of Girl Scouting.

4. Recruits, trains, and provides on-going support, supervision, and direction to administrative volunteers in assigned geographic areas by interpreting GSUSA and council policies, standards, and procedures, and by ensuring the availability of support services to enable volunteers to carry out their jobs effectively.

5. Encourage and support Service Units and volunteers in their areas; ensure broad participation in the product sale program.

6. Establishes and maintains contact with community organizations and educational institutions to deliver Girl Scouting to underserved girls and adults.

7. Ensures Girl Scouting is open to all girls and adults by delivering the Girl Scout message of pluralism and diversity to members of the council and the community.

8. Works closely with the Sr. Manager Community/Membership Development to develop and administer membership team operating plan and budget to achieve the council's objectives.

9. Effectively identify, analyze, and solve problems, and successfully handle conflict resolution in assigned areas.

10. Other duties as necessary and when assigned.

11. Works with Collaboration Manager to coordinate and implement community development functions.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred
Minimum 3 years experience in related position
Demonstrated ability in team management
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to motivate staff and volunteers
Ability to meet deadlines

Receptionist/Retail Clerk

Position available for the Cape Girardeau service center.

Position Summary:

The Receptionist/Retail Clerk is responsible for providing quality customer service and retail assistance to all visitors and shop patrons.

Major Accountabilities:

1. Provide quality customer service to all shop patrons – girls, parents, volunteers, co-workers and the general public.
2. Greet all visitors in a friendly, welcoming manner.
3. Assist customers in making selections appropriate for each Girl Scout age level.
4. Process all transactions through the council point-of-sale system.
5. Receive and stock merchandise appropriately.
6. Assist in council shop inventory.
7. Maintain an orderly, attractive council shop.
8. Receive and distribute mail.
9. Handle check-in/out procedures for the council library and designated equipment.
10. Provide back up as needed to ensure efficient functioning of the Service Center to deliver services to the membership.
11. Complete additional duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience.
• Retail and/or clerical experience preferred.
• Excellent computer skills.
• Strong mathematical aptitude.
• Knowledge of Girl Scout program helpful.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Unequivocal commitment to pluralism.
• Access to a properly licensed and insured automobile in working condition.
• Valid Missouri driver’s license.
• Flexibility and a good sense of humor.

Equipment to be Used:

Incumbent must be fully computer literate and able to use various software programs, i.e., Word processing, Spreadsheets, and PowerPoint
The incumbent must have the ability to operate other office machines such as fax, calculator, and business telephones.

Business Services Coordinator

Note: The application period for this position is now closed.

Location:Cape Girardeau

Position Summary: 

The Business Services Coordinator is responsible for a wide variety of administrative, registration and clerical support tasks.

Council Expectations of Employee:

• Maintain, enter and transmit accurate council records pertaining to GSUSA membership registration, council event registration, summer resident camp registration, adult training registration and financial assistance.
• Assign troop numbers to new troops and keep list updated.
• Provide high quality services to all internal and external customers by portraying a positive image of Girl Scouting.
• Work closely with membership, program and volunteer development staff on registration confirmation processes, statistics, reports and information.
• Provide phone and retail shop back-up coverage for Receptionist/Retail Clerk during lunch breaks, vacation, weekend hours, and high volume traffic as necessary.
• Complete confidential clerical duties requiring broad knowledge of the organization's policies and business processes.
• Assist in general business services operations.
• Organize and process bulk mailings as needed.
• Complete all other duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications:

Chief Development Officer

Position Summary: 

The Chief Development Officer organizes, directs and coordinates the development operating unit to secure funding and resources necessary to support council needs and initiatives.  She/he is responsible, along with the Chief Communications Officer, for continually presenting a positive council image to all the communities in the council jurisdiction.

Council Expectations of Employee:

o Adheres to council policies and procedures
o Acts as a role model within and outside the council
o Performs duties as workload necessitates
o Behaves and communicates in a positive and respectful way
o Communicates regularly with supervisor about Department issues
o Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize work load
o Consistently reports to work on time prepared to perform duties of position
o Meets Department and individual performance goals and standards

Major Accountabilities: 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Manages subordinate supervisor(s) who supervise employee(s); is responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of these units. Also directly supervises non-supervisory employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Position Qualifications: 

Bachelor’s degree in related field or experience commensurate with degree; five to ten years successful resource development experience; strong skills and proven success in nonprofit resource development; excellent community cultivation and marketing skills; computer literacy and technical knowledge of computer software programs such as Word, Publisher, Excel and the internet; ability to write and edit effectively; ability to communicate the written and spoken word with tact, diplomacy, and/or authority when necessary; good organizational skills, well disciplined, able to meet deadlines, self starter, able to work under pressure of many priorities and deadlines; ability to work effectively with volunteers; ability to work well as a part of a team; thorough understanding of local as well as regional markets; knowledge of long-range planning process; good managerial skills; must have highly developed interpersonal skills; unequivocal commitment to pluralism; ability to meet travel requirements, including night, weekend and overnight travel; valid driver’s license; access to properly insured vehicle in working condition.

Resource Development Manager

Location: Springfield

Position Summary: 

The Resource Development Manager is accountable to implement resource development activities and campaigns in order to build financial and community support within the Council’s region.  The Manager will cultivate and maintain relationships with funding partners that will increase visibility and funding to further the GSMH goals. 

Council Expectations of Employee:

• Adheres to council policies and procedures
• Acts as a role model within and outside the council
• Performs duties as workload necessitates
• Behaves and communicates in a positive and respectful way
• Communicates regularly with supervisor about Department issues
• Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize work load
• Consistently reports to work on time prepared to perform duties of position
• Meets Department and individual performance goals and standards

Major Accountabilities: 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Manages fund development volunteers. Responsibilities include recruiting and training volunteers; directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Position Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent knowledge and experience in fundraising and marketing; 5-10 years of fund development experience in the non-profit or profit sectors; ability to follow through on projects; accuracy and attention to details; must have highly developed interpersonal skills and have the ability to make the “ask”; excellent community cultivation and marketing skills.
Computer literacy and technical knowledge of computer software programs such as Word, Access, Publisher, Excel and the internet; ability to meet people with ease; ability to write and edit effectively; ability to communicate the written and spoken word with tact, diplomacy, and/or authority when necessary; good organizational skills, well disciplined, able to meet deadlines, self starter, able to work under pressure of many priorities and deadlines; ability to work effectively with volunteers; ability to work well as a part of a team; thorough understanding of local as well as regional markets; knowledge of long-range planning process; good managerial skills; unequivocal commitment to pluralism; ability to meet travel requirements including night, weekend and overnight travel; valid driver’s license; access to properly insured vehicle in working condition.

Resource Development Manager for Community Partnerships

Department: Development
Reports To: Chief Development Officer

Position Summary: 

The Resource Development Manager for Community Partnerships is accountable to implement resource development activities in order to build financial and community support within the Girl Scout council's jurisdiction. The Manager will cultivate, solicit and steward relationships with United Ways, grant funders and other community partners.

Council Expectations of Employee:

• Adheres to Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland (GSMH) policies and procedures
• Acts as a role model within and outside GSMH
• Performs duties as workload necessitates
• Behaves and communicates in a positive and respectful way
• Communicates regularly with supervisor about Department issues
• Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize work load
• Consistently reports to work on time prepared to perform duties of position
• Meets Department and individual performance goals and standards

Major Accountabilities: 

1. Works closely with the Chief Development Officer to develop and administer development team operating plan and budget to achieve GSMH objectives.
2. Responsible for researching grant opportunities for corporations and foundations, applying for grant opportunities and obtaining grant funding.
3. Responsible for administration and reporting requirements for all grants.
4. Responsible for annual submission of all United Way/United Fund allocations requests.
5. Provides information and interpretation of GSMH and Girl Scouts of the USA policies and programs to reinforce the role of Girl Scouting.
6. Serve as liaison for United Way workplace campaign.
7. Aggressively seeks new funding sources and maintains relationships with current and past donors. 
8. Serves as a GSMH liaison with other community groups, civic organizations, educational institutions, Chambers, etc.  Attends community events as requested and makes presentations to community groups on behalf of GSMH.
9. Shares responsibility for support, implementation and promotion of all areas of the organization’s plan of work.
10. Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Manages fund development volunteers. Responsibilities include recruiting and training volunteers; directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Position Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in related field or experience commensurate with degree in fundraising and marketing;
5 years of fund development in the non-profit or profit sectors; excellent community cultivation and marketing skills; thorough understanding of local as well as regional markets; ability to follow through on projects; accuracy; ability to pay close attention to detail and maintain confidentiality; must have highly developed interpersonal skills and have the ability to make the “ask”.

Strong human relations skills such as leadership, networking and ability to effectively manage volunteers; demonstrated ability to successfully handle conflict resolution at all levels with a variety of people; ability to communicate the written and spoken word with tact, diplomacy, and/or authority when necessary; computer literacy and technical knowledge of computer software programs such as Word, Publisher, PowerPoint, Excel and the internet; excellent analytical and organizational skills required; demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, successfully manage multiple priorities simultaneously, work under pressure, meet deadlines and deal with change; well-disciplined and self-starter; ability to work well as a part of a team; unequivocal commitment to pluralism; ability to meet travel requirements, including night, weekend and overnight travel; knowledge of the Girl Scout program preferred; valid driver’s license; access to a properly licensed and insured vehicle in working condition; flexibility and a good sense of humor.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls including the operation of computer keyboard, calculator, copier machine and other office equipment; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; bend and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear within normal range for telephone use; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus, ability to read numbers, reports and computer terminals.  Occasional high stress work may be required in dealing with volunteers/staff. Evening and/or weekend work is required.  The job requires travel.

Work Environment:

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities as needed.

The employee is expected to adhere to all agency policies and to act as a role model in adherence to agency policies.

If you are interested in applying for this position, mail or bring in your resume, cover letter and a writing sample by February 29, 2012 to one of the contact options listed above.

Ranger / Maintenance

Position available for Latonka Program Center.

Position Summary: 

Maintenance and upkeep of council property.

The Ranger is responsible for ensuring the usability of a particular council property by performing maintenance and ensuring safety regulations are met.

Key Responsibilities: 

1. Performs ongoing facilities, grounds and equipment maintenance in accordance with council standards and maintenance plan.
2. Performs regular security checks to ensure the safety of individuals on-site and to protect council property.
3. Conducts regular site inspections and reports findings to the property manager.
4. Maintains daily written log of work performed and time spent on each job; prepares monthly summary report of all work activities.
5. Prepares site for users by putting up tents, turning on water and/or heat; provides assistance to site users by responding to maintenance requests in a timely manner and by supplying other site needs. 
6. Registers all site users upon entering and exiting site; meets with site users to obtain number of users and facility needs.
7. Conducts walk through on arrival at lodges and/or cabins.
8. Conducts walk through with checklist of buildings used, ensuring cleanliness of facility on user’s departure.
9. Ensures council-owned vehicles on property are maintained, serviced, inspected and registered.
10. May work weekends, attend evening meetings, and may be on call as necessary.
11.  Maintains inventory of tools, equipment and supplies.
12.  Serves as the council on-site representative by receiving shipments, meeting with contractors and accompanying inspectors and other site visitors.
13.  Maintains and analyzes statistical data, and writes reports as required.  Helps to meet fundraising goals by acquiring donations of products or services.
14. Other duties as assigned or requested.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or general equivalency diploma or equivalent experience
Experience in carpentry, road maintenance, and minor machinery repair, landscaping, water and sewer systems
Ability to operate heavy machinery, using appropriate safety gear
Ability to lift and carry at least 50 pounds
Ability to walk at least one mile over uneven terrain
Good written and oral communication skills
Able to work weekends and evenings as needed
Ability to work independently and as a team member
Unequivocal commitment to pluralism and diversity
Missouri driver’s license

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of Girl Scouting
Knowledge of Windows 95 or higher, Microsoft Office 97 or higher, Excel and Access
Plumbing or electrical license or experience
Knowledge and/or certification in Waste Water Management

Property Maintenance Assistant

Temporary full-time position for Finbrooke program center.

Position Summary: 

The Maintenance Assistant provides general maintenance assistance as needed and as determined by the Property/Risk Manager to support the maintenance of assigned council service center(s) and assigned camp property(ies).

Council Expectations of Employee: 

• Adheres to council policies and procedures
• Acts as a role model within and outside the council
• Performs duties as workload necessitates
• Behaves and communicates in a positive and respectful way
• Communicates regularly with supervisor about Department issues
• Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize work load
• Consistently reports to work on time prepared to perform duties of position
• Meets Department and individual performance goals and standards

1. Performs ongoing facilities, grounds and equipment maintenance in accordance with council standards and maintenance plan and as directed by supervisor.
2. Duties may include operating power tools and motorized grounds equipment, basic carpentry and plumbing, and providing assistance to special projects as needed.
3. Maintains written log of work performed and time spent on for each job; prepares monthly summary report of all work activities.
4. Performs other duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications:  High school diploma or general equivalency diploma or equivalent experience; general maintenance and janitorial knowledge; mechanical aptitude desirable; experience and familiarity in the use of basic hand tools and other grounds keeping equipment; ability to work independently and as a team member; access to a properly licensed and insured automobile in working condition; valid driver’s license; unequivocal commitment to pluralism; flexibility and a good sense of humor.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls including the operation of computer keyboard, calculator, copier machine and other office equipment; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; bend and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear within normal range for telephone use; taste or smell.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and have the ability to operate heavy machinery, using appropriate safety gear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus, ability to read numbers, reports and computer terminals.  Occasional high stress work may be required in dealing with volunteers/staff. Evening and/or weekend work is required. 

Work Environment:
Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Resident Camp Manager

Needed for the southeast region (Cherokee Ridge & Latonka camps).

important: This is a seasonal position, only -- not full-time/year-round.
Use the "Camp Staff Application" for this position.

Send applications for this position to:
Carolyn Imhoff
Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland Council
Jefferson City Area Service Center
230 Metro Drive
Jefferson City, MO 65109

or e-mail: cimhoff@girlscoutsmoheartland.org

Primary Role:

To plan and direct the operation of resident camp while working within the framework of the Girl Scout Program, policies, standards, plan of work, and budget.

Primary Duties:

1.     Recruit, interview, select, and place qualified staff members.
2.     Provide all staff members with training prior to the opening of camp.
3.     Supervise camp staff.
a.    Plan, conduct, and evaluate pre-camp and on-the-job training.
b.    Conduct supervisory conferences (including work reviews) with staff.
c.    Interpret and administer personnel policies and practices.
d.    Release staff when deemed necessary.
4.     Promote high standards for leadership, program activities, and health and safety.
5.     Coordinate camp activities, organization, government, and disciplinary matters; oversee planning and implement Girl Scout Program in all areas of camp within the guidelines established by Council Program Operational Unit.
6.     Make community contacts for health and protection services, religious services, food services, and utility and disposal services.
7.     See that emergency procedures for camp are developed and observed and that major emergency maintenance is taken care of immediately.
8.     Develop and maintain good relationships with parents; see that they are notified of illness or injury of camper or staff member.
9.     Enforce proper care of camp equipment and facilities during the camp season.
10.    Arrange for necessary transportation for campers and/or staff.
11.    Act as host(ess) for camp; promote high staff and camper morale.
12.    Prepare necessary reports on camp operations and activities and make recommendations for the following season; maintain accurate records of income and expenses; submit financial records and bills for payment to the council office on a regular basis.
13.    Evaluate camp program and make recommendations for improvements for the following camp season.  Work with the Senior Manager Leadership Program to establish quality program for following camp season.
14.    Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Meet requirements for adult membership in the Girl Scout organization.
• Have knowledge and an interest in the program goals and missions of the Girl Scouts, with the ability to interpret and apply these
  principles.
• Have knowledge of girls and interest in service to youth.
• Experience in staff supervision preferred.
• Have ability to work well, individually and in groups, with people of diverse knowledge and experience, and to enlist their cooperative
  effort.
• Have willingness to take necessary trainings for this position and have sufficient time (days, evenings, and weekends) to be flexible and available.
• Be familiar with camp living and enjoy the outdoors.
• Be at least 21 years of age.

Physical Requirements:

This position requires the ability to listen to others, observe others' actions, read text and information, comprehend instructions and manuals, physical ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds, move about the camp property in various environmental conditions, climb, stoop, kneel, bend, stand, lift, work with fingers, grasp, feel and talk.

Graphic Design Intern

This is a paid position, and would like the chosen candidate to intern in the fall semester.

Location: Springfield

Position Summary

The graphic design intern assists with layout and design of council publications and materials.

Nature & Scope

Girl Scouts of the Missouri Heartland (GSMH) is a non-profit organization, which is an independent corporation, chartered by Girl Scouts of the U.S.A.  The corporate office is located in Springfield, Missouri and the geographic jurisdiction includes 68 Missouri, Kansas and Oklahoma counties.

The council provides leadership development opportunities to girls in grades K-12, appoints adult leadership and provides program opportunities. To ensure high-quality programs, it provides training, resources and guidance to the adult volunteers.

Primary Accountabilities

What’s in it for you?
During your internship, you will be exposed to a broad variety of design experiences and learning opportunities including:

• Publication Design – design and layout of publication materials such as cover pages, newsletters, brochures, and program and training resources.

• Flyer Design – designand layout flyers for internal and external marketing efforts.

• Photo Editing – manipulate photos for use in council publications.

• Branding Guidelines – study and follow guidelines within an organization’s brand campaign.

• Project Coordination – assist with coordination of projects, which may include working with other departments to gain knowledge of what marketing materials they may need.

The GSMH Marketing and Communications staff wants your internship to be as valuable for you as it is for us. You will be included in as many projects and experiences as possible and encouraged to pursue other interests as they become available.

What do we expect from you?
Candidate should have a working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite applications, specifically InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Must provide and present samples of design work. Internship hours are flexible, and dependent on the intern’s school requirements for completion of an internship.

OTHER QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

1.            Self-motivated

2.            Excellent computer skills

3.            Adaptability and flexibility

4.            Ability to handle multiple tasks

5.            Ability to work independently and within a team

6.            Ability to budget time and work within strict deadlines

7.            Willingness to learn about the Girl Scout organization, mission, and programs