Field Director (Open Until Filled)
Position Overview
Since 1910, Scouting has helped mold the future leaders of this country by combining educational activities and lifelong values with fun. The Boy Scouts of America believes and understands that helping youth puts us on a path towards a more conscientious, responsible, and productive society.
Today’s professional Scouters are a diverse group of adults sharing a dynamic career offering independence, achievement, and stability. This is work that makes a difference, work that calls one to continual learning and challenge, work that offers solid compensation, benefits, and advancement.
Responsibilities
Supervises and gives guidance to two or more professionals in two or more districts. Is held accountable for measurable achievements of the other professionals. Serves as manager and operating officer of the district(s) and is responsible for the effective organization, operation, and promotion of the council program within the district(s) through the district executives. Works with the chairman and commissioner of the district committee(s) and commissioner staff(s) to fulfill their functions and facilitate the optimum collaboration between the district and the board. Provides overall staff leadership to the Friends of Scouting campaign, and annual product sale.
Education
Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, from an accredited institution
Qualifications
A sense of ownership of the Council’s path and success; proven ability to communicate it, inspire donors, volunteers and staff with it, and commitment to grow it.
Strong interpersonal, written communication and verbal presentation skills.
Proven FOS success and skills in community organization. Individual should understand the process to identify potential upper-level prospects and have skill set to engage other volunteers to approach potential prospects.
Ability to supervise staff utilizing effective back-dating and work scheduling.
Effective in managing membership and new unit organization to achieve growth on a consistent basis with attention to retention of units and youth.
Ability to manage functioning districts at a high level of operation and effectively utilize the annual nominating committee process.
Ability to communicate effectively with top corporate and community leaders.
Well organized, detail oriented and staff leadership skills.
Thrives in a fast-paced environment with passionate and committed people.
Excellent analytic skills with a proven commitment to accuracy and timeliness.
Must be able to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately.
Must possess a focus on continuous improvement and growth, both within the organization and within self.
Flexible schedule frequently required for evening/weekend events.
Fiscal management/budget development.
Team player, positive attitude, and willingness to learn.
Benefits
All councils are equal opportunity employers and offer a competitive salary, based on the council’s geographic location. Professional Scouting offers benefits to include major medical, prescription coverage, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, accidental death, retirement plan, plus compensation for authorized and approved business-related expenses, including phone and mileage reimbursement. We also offer a generous vacation policy and holiday observances.
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Refer to this link for BSA career information: https://www.scouting.org/careers/working-with-us
How to apply: Qualified candidates must submit a resume to Brian.McGuire@scouting.org. Only the most qualified candidates will be contacted.
