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Since 1910, the Boy Scouts of America have helped mold the future leaders of this country by combining educational activities and the teaching of lifelong values with fun. Our local council, Crossroads of America Council, headquartered in Indianapolis, IN, serves youth members and adult volunteers in 26 counties in central Indiana. We offer multiple programs for youth ages 6-20.

DISTRICT EXECUTIVE POSITION

We are seeking an energetic and self-motivated individual to serve as District Executive to promote Scouting their local community. This is a sales and management entry-level career opportunity that is responsible for recruiting members, raising funds, overseeing programs and activities, and working with volunteers and top community leaders to further Scouting programs in central Indiana.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Work with a volunteer board of directors and other community and business leaders to identify, recruit, train, guide, and inspire them to become involved in Scouting programs.
  • Extend the opportunity to host Scouting programs to local businesses and organizations.
  • Achieve progress towards specific goals and objectives which include program development, volunteer recruitment and training, fundraising, membership recruitment and retention.
  • Secure adequate financial support for programs and recruit leadership for finance campaign efforts to meet the financial needs of the organization.
  • Recruit adult leaders to ensure that all program sites are served through volunteers.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (transcript is required for employment).
  • Marketing, fundraising, nonprofit and/or program development background is highly desired, including college experiences.
  • 21 years or older unless prohibited by any applicable law.
  • Good communication skills - comfortable with public speaking and interacting with diverse audiences.
  • Self-motivation with solid time management skills and strong organizational skills.
  • Ability to work varied hours when necessary. Evening activities and weekend work is often required to achieve positive objectives.
  • Ability to travel for training at least once a year for one week.

WHAT WE OFFER

  • A competitive $43,000 per year starting salary.
  • A comprehensive benefits package that includes major medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage in addition to short- and long-term disability, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plan with company match
  • Generous paid time off starting at 24 PTO days and 15 paid holidays per year.
  • A flexible, hybrid working schedule. The District Executive will work in Hancock and eastern Marion counties, with periodic visits to our Indianapolis headquarters.
  • A modern, collaborative working environment with our headquarters building located in a beautiful park-like setting on the northeast side of Indianapolis.
  • Generous merchandise discount (clothing and outdoor gear) and camp attendance discounts.
  • The ability to make a difference in the lives of youth in your community.

All offers of employment are subject to criminal, reference and motor vehicle background checks. All Boy Scouts of America councils are equal opportunity employers.