Employment Opportunities
 

GIRL SCOUT COUNCIL OF COLONIAL COAST Job Posting

Looking for a career that makes a difference in someone’s life while giving back to the community? Consider a career in Girl Scouting where we build future leaders today. We have an opening for a full-time Membership Specialist. 

ABOUT US:
Girl Scouts is the world’s preeminent organization dedicated solely to building girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place. With the assistance of over 5,000 adult volunteers, Girl Scout Council of Colonial Coast serves over 16,000 girls (ages 5-17) in southeastern Virginia and northeastern North Carolina. 

SUMMARY: 
This position is accountable for developing, retaining and increasing girl and adult membership in assigned areas; identify, recruit, train and provides direction, supervision and ongoing support to administrative volunteers enabling them to extend Girl Scouting in the community; cultivates and maintains positive community relations through presentations, collaborative efforts and networking.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Plans and implements a comprehensive plan for girl and adult membership growth by researching market data, membership trends and other pertinent information relevant to designated areas. 
2. Recruits, selects, appoints and supervises adult volunteers in assigned areas.
3. Plans, designs and implements innovative strategies to ensure the effective delivery of membership services; determines the need for additional unit support by assessing community needs.
4. Provides ongoing support, supervision and direction to administrative volunteers in assigned areas by interpreting Girl Scouts of the USA and council policies, standards, and procedures and by ensuring the availability of support services to enable volunteers to carry out the responsibilities of their positions effectively.
5. Ensures Girl Scouting is open to all girls and adults by delivering the Girl Scouts message of pluralism and diversity to members of the council.
6. Cultivates local business and community organizations to identify fundraising opportunities, research community resources and needs and implement local service projects.
7. Identifies the needs for and manages the conflict resolution process to ensure fairness and to expedite resolution of concerns.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS 
· Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience.
· Knowledge of Girl Scout program preferred.
· Experience in Girl Scout principles, standards, guidelines, and program. 
· Proficiency of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
· Demonstrates a commitment and ability to interact with diverse populations.
· Demonstrates ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.
· Subscribes to the principles of the Girl Scout Movement and become a registered member.
· Demonstrates ability to handle sensitive information; ability to manage conflict resolution.
· Some travel required. Must have reliable transportation and valid driver’s license.
· Ability to give and receive information by telephone and in person.
· Ability to work independently and prioritize work while managing multiple deadlines.
· Excellent organizational skills.
· Successfully passes criminal background check and search of central registry.

HOW TO APPLY:

Submit resume or GSUSA online application to:
Human Resources, Girl Scout Council of Colonial Coast
912 Cedar Road
Chesapeake, VA 23322
757-547-4405
Fax 757-547-1872
hr@gsccc.org
Equal Opportunity Employer

Visit our website www.gsccc.org
for more information

Development Assistant

The ACCESS College Foundation is in search of a pro-active,detail-oriented and enthusiastic individual to join its fast-paced Development Department. The position is part-time and will be responsible for data entry and donor database maintenance, donor and event correspondence, assistance with the coordination of special events and will assist with various fundraising activities as required. This is a part-time, hourly position. The regular schedule for this position is 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m., three days per week. There will be times that after hours and weekend work will be required.

Qualifications:
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel, is required. A minimum of 1-3 years of administrative experience is preferred. The candidate must also possess excellent written/oral communication skills and have good attention to detail. The individual must be highly organized and have the ability to work well independently and with a team. 

Submit resume and letter of interest to: gmadden@accesscollege.org or by mail to the ACCESS College Foundation, Attn: Gina Madden, 7300 Newport Avenue, Suite 500, Norfolk, VA 23505. AA/EOE/Drug Free Workplace.

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Special Events & Marketing Intern at Seton Youth Shelters

Goal: Provide support for communications, events and marketing related projects.

Duties:  Assist with marketing and public relations needs related to Seton Youth Shelters’ special events, press releases, direct mail, newsletters, etc. Provide support to these activities in the form of event operations, press kit compilation, administrative support, etc. 

Qualifications:
· General office experience
· Proficiency with computer and basic office equipment
· Excellent phone skills
· Organized work habit
· Classroom and/or work experience in marketing and public relations preferred

Time Required:
An intern can fill this position by working shifts that fit their schedule, though the minimum request involves 4 hours per week with a semester-long commitment. Shifts are during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, 9-5 with final schedule arranged between intern and Director of Special Events & Marketing. Students are responsible for securing credit from their specific school/department. 

Training:
Training will include an overview of the two shelters (building tour, etc.) and specific training with the Director of Special Events & Marketing. Student will also work indirectly with other departments throughout the organization.

Benefits:
· Orientation to non-profits
· Training in the marketing and public relations field
· Participation in ongoing professional development
· Opportunity for valuable work experience
· Experience in a positive, youth-friendly environment
· Chance to network with others who desire to enrich the lives of youth and their families

Supervisor:  Director of Special Events & Marketing 

Email resume and writing sample to agwaltney@setonyouthshelters.org

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AMERICORPS POSITION 

Full time AmeriCorps position – Newport News - to provide case management services for at-risk individuals transitioning from homelessness and/or recovering from substance-abuse. Receive $4,725 education award upon completion of program, in addition to living allowance, child care and health benefits. Social work or substance abuse background preferred. Contact Jasmin Cotman at jcotman@chpc2.org; or apply online at www.americorps.org. Enter program ID: 03AFHVA0010020-0 in box 10 on the application. EOE

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PART TIME DENTAL ASSISTANT NEEDED 

The American Red Cross Dental Programs department has a position opening for a PART TIME DENTAL ASSISTANT. The posting is attached. Please forward to any qualified and interested candidates that you may know, and have them contact me directly.

Thanks!

Lorri Powers
Director, Volunteer and Employee Resources
American Red Cross of Southeastern Virginia
611 W. Brambleton Ave - Norfolk, Virginia 23510
TEL: 757-446-7745 FAX 757-623-6634
EMAIL: powersl@seva-redcross.org Website: www.seva-redcross.org

AMERICAN RED CROSS SOUTHEASTERN VIRGINIA CHAPTER

OCCUPATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

It is the policy of the Southeastern Virginia Chapter of the American Red Cross to fill position vacancies with the best qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Pre-employment drug testing may be required of all applicants who receive a job offer.

This position is being posted both in-house and with CareerConnection.
Norfolk, VA Posting date Aug. 23, 2007
Dental Assistant Part Time, Non-Exempt
Grade 5 Reports to Director, Dental Programs 
Minimum: $10.00 Closing Date: Open

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CAREGIVERS NEEDED 

Hourly and live-ins. Needed in Smithfield, Suffolk, Portsmouth, Newport News, Hampton, Poquoson. Immediate hires this week <8/6> and probably starting work this week as well. Spotless Criminal Histories, at least 6 months experience working with the elderly (that can be in a facility or w/a family member), caring, kind, patient, with a heart for our elderly.

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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR - SAFEHAVEN 

Executive Director for longstanding emergency crisis shelter for children and adolescents with a history of quality services and commitment to the communities we serve from Hampton Roads. Seeking a dynamic individual to manage day-to-day operations as well as working and reporting directly to the Board of Directors as the organization moves forward with plans for expansion. Applicant will be responsible for operation oversight, supervision, leadership, marketing and fundraising. Experience with Standards for Interdepartmental Regulations of Children’s Residential Facilities helpful Qualified candidates must have a Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling or Psychology and three years of full-time paid work experience in a children’s residential facility and two years full-time experience in an administrative or supervisory capacity for a total of five years experience. Salary competitive based on experience. Closing date: August 20, 2007. Send resumes to: pyoung@safehaven-va.org or fax # 757-930-2356

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