Join Our Mission to Foster Inclusivity and Empowerment
At Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital, we are committed to creating a welcoming environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging and can contribute meaningfully to their community. We’re seeking a passionate and proactive DEIA Specialist to champion this mission, ensuring that every member—youth and adult alike—can fully participate in and benefit from our programs.
Primary Areas of Impact
As a DEIA Specialist, you will:
• Develop innovative training programs and resources to support a culture of inclusion and equity.
• Actively engage with members and staff from diverse cultural, racial, and experiential backgrounds.
• Advocate for removing barriers to participation, empowering members to reach their full potential.
• Collaborate with staff and volunteers to deliver impactful projects aligned with our DEIA goals.
Your work will help operationalize our DEIA Commitment, making it a lived reality for our entire Girl Scout community.
Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
• Create and implement resources that promote DEIA principles among youth and adult members.
• Streamline and share best practices to enhance cultural competencies across the Council.
• Analyze feedback and data to inform and refine DEIA initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate DEIA principles into short- and long-term plans.
• Represent DEIA priorities in meetings and committees, advocating for diverse perspectives.
• Perform additional projects and responsibilities as needed.
Who We’re Looking For
Experience:
• A minimum of three years of experience in DEIA, youth inclusion, disability accommodations, community-building, or related fields.
Skills and Knowledge:
• A solid understanding of youth and adult education methods, training practices, and tools.
• Familiarity with youth development concepts and experience in youth-supporting fields.
• Strong interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution and the ability to foster inclusivity.
• Exceptional organizational and project coordination abilities, with a proven capacity to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills tailored to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in Spanish is a plus but not required.
Commitments and Expectations:
• A deep dedication to DEIA efforts and the communities we serve.
• Availability to travel throughout the Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital region as needed, including occasional evening and weekend meetings.
• A willingness to maintain Girl Scout membership and embrace the movement’s values.
• A positive attitude and resilience in overcoming challenges.
Why Join Us? By joining Girl Scouts Nation’s Capital, you’ll be part of a mission-driven organization that values collaboration, innovation, and impact. As a DEIA Specialist, your work will directly contribute to fostering an environment where all members thrive and feel empowered to achieve their goals.
We invite you to bring your passion, skills, and vision to this important role and help us shape a more inclusive and equitable future for our Girl Scout community.
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.
