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Congratulations to the council's new CEO, Jessica Muroff!



Chief Executive Officer

Girl Scouts of West Central Florida

Tampa Headquarters

Position to be filled April/May 2015

Apply Immediately for Consideration

THE OPPORTUNITY

Girl Scouts of West Central Florida announces a search for CEO to lead the Council to provide Girl Scouting’s pre-eminent programming to help girls develop as leaders and build confidence by learning new skills.  Membership is for girls ages 5-17.  All Girl Scouting programs and activities – from camping to computing, arts to engineering, service projects to field trips – are designed to challenge and prepare girls for a future of leadership and achievement.

 

The CEO will act in partnership with the Board of Directors and capitalize on that collaboration to elevate the outcomes of all aspects of council functions to have the Council be in the top 10 percent nationally in terms of membership growth and innovation.  The CEO will provide leadership for the corporate tactical planning process by directing the formulation, integration, and implementation of short-term, mid-term, and long range operating objectives and actions needed to achieve the Council’s strategic plan.  In addition, the CEO will ensure that pluralism is institutionalized within the Council’s activities and functions, promoting opportunities for participation in every aspect of Girl Scouting.

Responsible for stewardship of the Council’s human, material and fiscal assets, the CEO provides oversight for policies and practices that enhance the participation of members and leverages the roles of staff and volunteers.  Of critical importance is the continued strengthening of the visibility of the Council and community awareness of the Girl Scout brand, as well as membership initiatives that effectively engage girls, families, and volunteers in the Council’s large service area.

The CEO’s important outward-facing responsibilities are to expand the Council’s visibility and create opportunities for significant membership growth and financial support by ensuring that investing in girls is a priority.  The CEO will network and build relationships with corporate, nonprofit, government and funding communities by representing the Council at strategic functions and influential speaking opportunities.

Girl Scouts of West Central Florida serves 19,400+ girls and over 8,400 valued adult members throughout 8 counties in west central Florida.  The Council’s operating budget is $7 million.  There are currently 61 full-time and 10 part-time staff.  Its administrative headquarters is located in Tampa, with additional properties consisting of a troop house in Plant City and five camp locations.

CRITICAL GOALS

Successful measures of accomplishment will be determined in the following areas.

•         Membership growth and retention.
•         Resource development through effective fundraising and execution of the             annual product sales.
•         Increased visibility in the communities served with heightened brand and council awareness.
•         Management of council properties through effective planning and execution of risk management, maintenance, and utilization activities.
•         Instilling a culture that embraces innovation.
•         Directs and guides the Council in the development of priorities and objectives to ensure the work of the Council supports the purpose and values of Girl Scouting and facilitates the continued growth and development of the Girl Scout program in accordance with the Council’s Board of Directors and GSUSA guidelines.
•         Demonstrates the highest qualities of integrity, judgment, adaptability and self-awareness.
•        Inspires others to be high performers by demonstrating leadership and courage, and by fostering a culture that encourages partnership between staff and volunteers.

CEO QUALIFICATIONS

The CEO will possess solid and broad based business skills with a minimum of 5 years of comparable executive-level experience including profit and loss accountability, and 10 or more years in leadership roles of progressive responsibility.  The CEO will have demonstrated ability in fundraising and/or direct sales experience, experience in fiscal management, and proven leadership skills in the management and development of paid staff and volunteers with the use of technology to reach out to stakeholders and manage internal operations are required.

Personal attributes of the CEO will include commitment to the Girl Scout Mission, and the passion and ability to be the voice for that Mission across the Council's diverse service area.  The CEO will be a person of strong ideals and integrity who has a combination of vision, strategic, and operational planning abilities and who can serve as a role model of best management practices and effective decision-making.  The CEO will possess a style of leadership that embraces partnerships, is collaborative, and empowers stakeholders to achieve their highest potential, all the while satisfying accountability measures mutually agreed upon by the CEO and the Board.  The CEO will be recognized as a community leader in the Council’s jurisdiction, or have the personal and executive presence to achieve this quickly after appointment.  It is essential that the CEO have a strong commitment to serving girls from all family, community and economic backgrounds.  

Additional desired qualifications include nonprofit board relations and demonstrated fundraising or corporate sales experience, marketing, and volunteer relations leadership.  It is expected that candidates will possess a minimum of an undergraduate degree, with advanced education and training desired.

Skilled executives from the world of Girl Scouting, corporate, nonprofit, or other backgrounds who are dedicated to providing world-class development opportunities for the young women and girls of west central Florida are encouraged to apply.  If this is your background, and you share a passion for advancing the lives of girls in this service area of Florida, we want to speak with you.

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS

The Council offers a competitive compensation plan commensurate with experience as well as a comprehensive benefits package including attractive time off, and Section 125 Cafeteria Plan including health savings account, medical, dental and vision coverage.  Other features include a retirement savings program, life/AD&D, and legal services options.  Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of the Council.  Relocation support will be considered.

COUNCIL JURISDICTION



COUNCIL WEBSITE:  http://www.gswcf.org/

HOW TO APPLY

Girl Scouts of West Central Florida is an equal opportunity employer

and encourages applications from members of diverse communities.

We urge interested candidates to apply as soon as possible to meet the Council’s accelerated timetable for the selection of a new CEO.  Applications will continue to be reviewed until this important position is filled.  For immediate consideration, please e-mail your cover letter and resume along with salary history to:

Bob Perodeau, Principal

Evergreen Executive Source, LLC

E-mail: evergreen.source@att.net

Direct Line (800) 286 4009 www.egreensource.com

Providing executive recruiting services to Girl Scouts of the USA since 2001