Job Position

• Do you want to help build adventures for youth and build our communities’ future leaders?
• Can you turn ordinary connections into unforgettable experiences?
• Do you thrive on being a trailblazer, bringing warmth and change wherever you go?
• Does the thought of harmonizing strategic vision with mission execution ignite your passion?
• Are you a relentless achiever, driven by results and the pursuit of excellence?
• If you’re nodding along, then let’s have a chat.

The Montana Council, Scouting America, eagerly invites candidates to join us as a District Executive – a full-time professional responsible for growing Scouting in a defined service area. At Montana Council, we cherish diversity and foster an inclusive workplace where every voice is heard. We firmly believe that a united team with a rich tapestry of experiences is the cornerstone of our triumphs.

As a District Executive, you will help deliver Scouting’s mission locally by supporting volunteers, engaging community partners, growing membership, and leading fundraising efforts. This role balances relationship-building with clear performance goals and is ideal for someone who enjoys working with people while being accountable for measurable outcomes. This role offers the opportunity to make a visible impact on youth, families, and communities.

• Lead efforts to meet District goals related to fundraising, membership recruitment and retention, volunteer training, and program delivery.
• Strengthen partnerships with key stakeholders to support long-term growth and sustainability.
• Manage time and priorities effectively to meet multiple deadlines and goals.
• Communicate confidently with individuals and groups, including volunteers, parents, community leaders, and donors.
• Maintain a professional, positive, and dependable presence in all interactions.
• Build and maintain relationships with community and business leaders to support Scouting programs.
• Promote council camps and activities to increase participation and financial performance.
• Model integrity, professionalism, and collaboration.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

• A passion for the Scouting America’s mission and principles.
• Demonstrate integrity, dependability, responsibility, accountability, self-awareness, strong work ethic, and empathy.
• Ability to work varied hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Maintain residence in the geographical territory of the district.
• Provide and maintain an automobile in the performance of your duties.
• Offers for employment are subject to criminal, reference, and motor vehicle background checks.

Desired Skills:

• Nonprofit, Sales, or Fundraising Experience.
• Fiscal management and budget development.
• Grit – perseverance, resilience, and tenacity in the face of challenges.
• Demonstrated history of hospitality and customer service.
• Scouting background (helpful but not required).

Benefits include major medical, prescription coverage, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, accidental death, a 403(B) Retirement Plan with company match, and Employee Assistance Program plus compensation for authorized and approved business-related expenses, including mileage reimbursement. The Montana Council reimburses cell phone expenses up to $75 per month. Additionally, a generous vacation policy and fifteen holiday observances in offered.

Salary: $50,000 per year with annual performance-based raises.

Montana Council Vision Statement and Core Values:

The vision of the Montana Council is to develop better citizens, through innovative mission focused experiences while ensuring safe and sustainable Scouting programs.

• Fun: We find joy in our work. Positive thinking yields positive results.
• Unity: We are one council and one team. Together, we can exceed our goals.
• Integrity: We choose courage over comfort. Doing what is right is always right.
• Inclusion: We value warmth, empathy, and care. Everyone is valued and welcome here.
• Innovation: We are always improving. Each day we inspire & impact positive change.
• Consistency: We believe excellence is a habit. “Good Enough” is not in our vocabulary.

Refer to this link for Scouting America career information: https://www.scouting.org/careers/working-with-us

Interested candidates should send a resume and cover letter to:  jeff.duer@scouting.org