Membership Specialist

Minsi Trails Council, Inc.; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Minsi Trails Council, Inc. is seeking a part-time Membership Specialist to support youth recruitment and membership growth in Allentown and surrounding areas. You will engage families, promote Scouting programs, and assist with school talks and community events.

The role involves outreach, event support, and administrative coordination, with up to 24 hours per week and pay at $20–$24 per hour, plus paid training. Must have reliable transportation and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and engage with families and community partners.
• Reliable transportation for travel.

Responsibilities

• Assist with youth recruitment across the service area.
• Support school talks, recruitment nights, and community events.
• Promote Cub Scouting and Scouts BSA programs to families and community partners.
• Assist local units with membership growth initiatives and promotional resources.
• Coordinate recruitment materials and follow-up with prospective families.

Skills

21+ age

HS diploma

Strong communication

Independent work

Reliable transportation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth

Minsi Trails Council is seeking a motivated and community-focused Membership Specialist to support youth recruitment and membership growth efforts within an assigned service area. This position plays an important role in connecting families with Scouting programs and helping grow local Cub Scout and Scouts BSA units.

The Membership Specialist will work with schools, community organizations, volunteers, and families to promote Scouting and assist with recruitment events, marketing outreach, and membership development.

Position Overview

The Membership Specialist supports the growth of Scouting by assisting with recruitment efforts, helping organize school and community outreach, and supporting local units with membership initiatives. This role focuses on engaging families, promoting Scouting programs, and helping new youth successfully join local packs and troops.

The position involves a combination of community outreach, event support, and administrative coordination.

Key Responsibilities

Membership Recruitment

• Assist with youth recruitment efforts across the service area
• Support school talks, recruitment nights, and community events
• Promote Cub Scouting and Scouts BSA programs to families and community partners

Unit Support

• Assist local units with membership growth initiatives
• Help coordinate recruitment materials and promotional resources
• Support follow-up with prospective families interested in joining Scouting

Community Outreach

• Build relationships with schools, community groups, and local partners
• Assist with marketing efforts including flyers, digital outreach, and events
• Represent Scouting at local community activities and information tables

Administrative Support

• Assist with membership tracking and reporting
• Help coordinate recruitment logistics and materials
• Support district membership campaigns and initiatives

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and engage with families and community partners
• Reliable transportation for travel

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with youth programs, community outreach, or nonprofit organizations
• Experience in sales, marketing, recruiting, or event coordination
• Familiarity with Scouting programs is a plus but not required

• Part-time position with a maximum of 24 hours per week
• Occasional weekend events or trainings may be required

Compensation

• $20 to $24 per hour based on experience
• Paid training provided

Why Join Our Team?

As a Membership Specialist, you will have the opportunity to directly impact the lives of young people while developing leadership, communication, and program management skills. You will help create meaningful experiences that build confidence, character, and lifelong memories for youth throughout the community.