Non-Profit Outside Sales Manager

SCOUTING: A PROFESSION WITH A PURPOSE

Since 1910, Scouting America has helped change lives and build future leaders by combining educational activities and the teaching of lifelong values with outdoor adventure and fun! Our local council, Crossroads of America Council, headquartered in Indianapolis, IN, serves our members through multiple programs for young people ages 6 to 20. In addition, thousands of adults in central Indiana volunteer their time to work with Scouting.

NON-PROFIT OUTSIDE SALES MANAGER

We are seeking an energetic and self-motivated individual to serve in this sales manager position, titled Unit Serving Executive. Unit Serving Executives promote Scouting programs in an assigned district in central Indiana. They are responsible for recruiting members, raising funds, overseeing programs and activities, and working with volunteers and top community leaders to further Scouting programs. This is an entry-level career opportunity.

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT = SUCCESS

We know that in order for people to grow and be productive, they need opportunities to learn. The fact that nearly 100% of our employees receive training each year is a testimony to our commitment to you. We foster an environment of continuous learning to nurture collective creativity, which benefits both employees and our organization. We share knowledge, ideas, and experiences, creating a workforce that is involved in decision making and an inclusive work environment that ensures the success of Scouting in our community.

FUN WITH A PURPOSE

Does this sound like work - share a meal with a community leader; learn from a business executive; visit a volunteer at summer camp; or go to an elementary school to talk with kids about becoming Scouts? Whatever your day looks like, we can guarantee it will include a lot of fun! If you are driven by hard work and rewarded by making a difference, becoming a Unit Serving Executive might be for you!

BOTTOM LINE

Across the country, several thousand Scouting employees lead, guide and facilitate the efforts of more than a million adult volunteers on whom Scouting depends to carry out its mission. It is the job of the Unit Serving Executive to inspire, recruit, train, have fun, and support the Scouting America volunteers, in addition to working with community leaders and rallying public support for Scouting's activities.

Our employees are a diverse group who share a dynamic career offering independence, achievement, and stability. This is work that makes a difference, work that calls one to continual learning and challenge, and work that offers solid compensation, benefits, and advancement.

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 civic, fraternal, educational, and other community-based organizations and business.

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, training events and activities.

Collaborate with adult volunteers to oversee the success of their Scouting programs.

Recognize the importance of working relationships with other employees and volunteers.

Effectively explain the program's goals and objectives to the public through excellent communication.

Provide quality service through timely communication, regular meetings, training events and activities.

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 a plus, 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 in management, budgeting, and planning.

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 to two weeks.

A Scouting background is helpful, but not required for employment.

Dependable transportation with verified vehicle insurance.

WHAT WE OFFER

A competitive starting salary of $45,000 per year.

One of the most comprehensive, top-tier benefits packages in the non-profit sector. This 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.

Cell phone stipend and mileage reimbursement.

A flexible working schedule. The Unit Serving Executive will work in their district some days and out of our Indianapolis headquarters other days.

A modern, collaborative working environment with our headquarters building located in a beautiful park-like setting on the northeast side of Indianapolis.

Generous merchandise (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 Scouting America councils are equal opportunity employers.