Program Specialist (K-5 Programs)

Are you passionate about empowering youth to develop leadership skills and explore their potential? Join us as a Program Specialist at Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital! In this role, you’ll design and deliver impactful programs for Girl Scout Daisies, Brownies, and Juniors (grades K-5) that foster curiosity, confidence, and community.

What You’ll Do

As a Program Specialist, you’ll:

• Develop & Deliver Programs: Implement engaging curricula aligned with the Girl Scout Leadership Experience (GSLE) framework, focusing on STEM, entrepreneurship, the outdoors, and life skills.
• Support Troops & Volunteers: Collaborate with troop leaders to ensure programs are inclusive, interactive, and age-appropriate. Provide resources and guidance to help volunteers succeed.
• Manage Patch Programming: Assist in the creation and implementation of patch programs, including activity guides and evaluation tools. Work with marketing and shop teams to ensure materials align with Girl Scout branding.
• Engage the Community: Build partnerships with schools, organizations, and community groups to promote Girl Scout programs. Recruit and support adult volunteers to enhance programming.
• Evaluate & Report: Gather feedback, analyze program outcomes, and prepare reports to share insights with funders, staff, and leadership.

What We’re Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and virtual platforms (Teams, Zoom, etc.).
• Exceptional organizational and customer service skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups, including children and adults.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing program needs and work evenings/weekends as required.
• Regular access to a reliable vehicle for travel within the Council’s jurisdiction.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in education or curriculum development.
• Familiarity with the Girl Scout volunteer structure or experience as a Girl Scout.

Why Join Us?

At Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of youth while growing your own skills in program development, leadership, and community engagement.

Some of Our Benefits

• 100% employer-paid HMO health insurance for employees (dependent coverage, POS, dental/vision available).
• 3% employer contribution to 403(b), plus additional 2% match.
• Generous paid leave benefits.
• Paid holidays/office closures include: New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and December 26-31. The Presidential Inauguration Day is also an observed holiday on January 20th every four years. One floating holiday, annually.
• A vibrant workplace with a diverse staff who are dedicated to a common mission to make a difference in our community through Girl Scouting. Click here to read our bi-monthly staff newsletter to take a closer look.

Find out more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility at this link.

The starting salary for this position is $52,000.

About Us

At Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital, we believe in the power of youth leadership. Our mission is to build Girl Scouts of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. We serve over 45,000 youth and 31,000 adult members across the District of Columbia and 25 counties in Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. We are dedicated to creating a vibrant and inclusive community where youth can thrive, learn new skills, and discover their leadership potential.

When joining Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital in a benefit-eligible position, you will enjoy the following generous package:

• 3 health insurance options (The Council pays the full monthly premium for individual coverage in the HMO or HMO/HSA and contributes $84.73 per pay period to the HSA for employees on that plan.)
• Dental and vision plan
• 100% employer-paid life and AD&D insurance
• 100% employer-paid long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary employee-paid short-term disability insurance
• Immediate, 100% vested, employer contribution of 3% to 403(b) plan
• 403(b) match of 2% available after 12 months of employment (3 year vesting)
• A generous paid vacation policy (0-1 year = 15 days; 1-3 years = 18 days; >3 years = 24 days)
• 11 paid holidays, annually – PLUS office closure December 26-31
• 12 paid sick days, annually
• 10 paid New Child Leave days for qualifying staff
• Flexible spending plans for certain medical and dependent care expenses
• Employee assistance program
• Metro SmartBenefits® (pretax transportation program)
• Garage parking at our main office, conveniently paid through pretax payroll deduction