Blue Star Families
Blue Star Connect Outdoors Leader Consultant
Blue Star Families, Rapid City, South Dakota, United States, 57700
Position Title:
Blue Star Connect Outdoors Leader Consultant
Location:
Remote in Rapid City, SD
Department:
Social Impact
Reports To:
Senior Manager, Family Impact Programs
Position Type:
Consultant, up to 20 hours per month through December 31, 2024. *Potential to extend the contract through 2025.
Pay Range:
$26.00 - $35.00 per hour
The Blue Star Connect Outdoors Leader Consultant must reside in the local community in which he or she serves.
Blue Star Families
Blue Star Families is a growing non-profit (Military Service Organization (MSO)) with a history of delivering innovative solutions. We're the team that senior DoD leaders seek out when they want ground truth on issues facing our military families. Our team members are motivated individuals that help each other do remarkable things for military families to bridge the civilian-military divide every day. We deliver first-class solutions that transform the military experience for military family members. We operate in an agile arena where great minds come together to make life better for military members and their families. We focus on data-driven insights while understanding the value of spirited storytelling. And we do all this in a highly flexible, virtual environment with great benefits! Our diverse and inclusive environment fosters a sense of belonging among our team resulting in innovative and creative decision-making. Are you ready to make a difference for the families of those who serve our great nation? We are the ideal match for the innovator, the out-of-the-box, strategic thinker who understands the value of social impact.
General Description
Blue Star Outdoors inspires military families to experience the benefits of nature and create a connection to each other and their communities through outdoor recreation programs, activities, and resources. Blue Star Connect Outdoors is a locally delivered program that invites military families outdoors through regularly scheduled drop-in outings.
The Blue Star Connect Outdoors Leader Consultant will assist with planning and delivering Blue Star Connect Outdoors programming at a local level. This position will review program impact and develop creative ideas to increase local engagement through outdoor activities with the support of Blue Star Families program staff. This position will also help identify and steward relationships with local parks and outdoor organizations to support activities and build sustainable pathways for outdoor experiences.
Key Functions
Complete paid Blue Star Families' virtual outdoor leader training
Plan and deliver regularly occurring outdoor recreation meetup opportunities for local families, with a target of one event per month, as seasonably appropriate
Connection to local, outdoor non-profit network
Partner with staff at local national park sites for outdoor recreation activities
Track and submit outdoor recreation opportunities using provided planning documents for visibility and support
Work closely with local Blue Star Families' Chapter staff (if applicable) for awareness, collaboration, and support
Maintain regular communication with Blue Star Families program staff
Track and log attendance for Blue Star Connect Outdoors activities
Develop and implement ideas for highlighting outdoor meetup activities via social media and Blue Star Neighborhood (ex. providing photographs and stories from events, helpful resources to get outdoors, or sharing "best of" outdoor activities)
Promote upcoming Blue Star Connect Outdoors activities through local networks
Identify and steward potential relationships with local parks and outdoor organizations to increase opportunities for engagement
Participate in quarterly Outdoor Leader calls to learn what others are doing in their communities
Track and submit monthly expense reports
Request approval on all expenses from Blue Star Families staff lead prior to purchase; submit approved expense claims to Blue Star Families staff lead within two weeks of purchase
Represent Blue Star Families in a professional manner at all times both in person and via social media outlets
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Skills, Experience, and Background
Experience leading and planning outdoor activities
Experience tracking expenses for a budget
Ability to travel to and transport equipment to local outdoor recreation activities and events
Ability to lift and carry equipment and supplies up to 30 lbs.
Preferred Skills, Experience, and Background
Familiarity with the military community
Inclusive mindset and dedication to increasing access to the outdoors
Demonstrates a commitment to preserving natural spaces, promoting sustainability, and educating others on the importance of protecting the environment
Flexible communication skills, including communicating with members of all ages and abilities
Creativity and problem-solving skills
A love of spending time outdoors
More About Blue Star Families
Blue Star Families empowers military and Veteran families to thrive by connecting them with their civilian neighbors — both people and organizations — to create strong communities of mutual support. We believe we're all stronger when we take care of one another.
Our groundbreaking research is raising the nation's awareness of the unique challenges of military family life. With the help of neighbors across the country, Blue Star Families is overcoming the isolation and alienation of frequent moves, deployments, and reduced support from the government. Our innovative programs are solving specific challenges for military families, including fighting economic insecurity with resources that foster spouse career development, creating family strength with rich family programming, and providing critical peer support for caregivers, whose numbers are only increasing.
Blue Star Families is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
EEO Policy
Blue Star Families is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Blue Star Connect Outdoors Leader Consultant
Location:
Remote in Rapid City, SD
Department:
Social Impact
Reports To:
Senior Manager, Family Impact Programs
Position Type:
Consultant, up to 20 hours per month through December 31, 2024. *Potential to extend the contract through 2025.
Pay Range:
$26.00 - $35.00 per hour
The Blue Star Connect Outdoors Leader Consultant must reside in the local community in which he or she serves.
Blue Star Families
Blue Star Families is a growing non-profit (Military Service Organization (MSO)) with a history of delivering innovative solutions. We're the team that senior DoD leaders seek out when they want ground truth on issues facing our military families. Our team members are motivated individuals that help each other do remarkable things for military families to bridge the civilian-military divide every day. We deliver first-class solutions that transform the military experience for military family members. We operate in an agile arena where great minds come together to make life better for military members and their families. We focus on data-driven insights while understanding the value of spirited storytelling. And we do all this in a highly flexible, virtual environment with great benefits! Our diverse and inclusive environment fosters a sense of belonging among our team resulting in innovative and creative decision-making. Are you ready to make a difference for the families of those who serve our great nation? We are the ideal match for the innovator, the out-of-the-box, strategic thinker who understands the value of social impact.
General Description
Blue Star Outdoors inspires military families to experience the benefits of nature and create a connection to each other and their communities through outdoor recreation programs, activities, and resources. Blue Star Connect Outdoors is a locally delivered program that invites military families outdoors through regularly scheduled drop-in outings.
The Blue Star Connect Outdoors Leader Consultant will assist with planning and delivering Blue Star Connect Outdoors programming at a local level. This position will review program impact and develop creative ideas to increase local engagement through outdoor activities with the support of Blue Star Families program staff. This position will also help identify and steward relationships with local parks and outdoor organizations to support activities and build sustainable pathways for outdoor experiences.
Key Functions
Complete paid Blue Star Families' virtual outdoor leader training
Plan and deliver regularly occurring outdoor recreation meetup opportunities for local families, with a target of one event per month, as seasonably appropriate
Connection to local, outdoor non-profit network
Partner with staff at local national park sites for outdoor recreation activities
Track and submit outdoor recreation opportunities using provided planning documents for visibility and support
Work closely with local Blue Star Families' Chapter staff (if applicable) for awareness, collaboration, and support
Maintain regular communication with Blue Star Families program staff
Track and log attendance for Blue Star Connect Outdoors activities
Develop and implement ideas for highlighting outdoor meetup activities via social media and Blue Star Neighborhood (ex. providing photographs and stories from events, helpful resources to get outdoors, or sharing "best of" outdoor activities)
Promote upcoming Blue Star Connect Outdoors activities through local networks
Identify and steward potential relationships with local parks and outdoor organizations to increase opportunities for engagement
Participate in quarterly Outdoor Leader calls to learn what others are doing in their communities
Track and submit monthly expense reports
Request approval on all expenses from Blue Star Families staff lead prior to purchase; submit approved expense claims to Blue Star Families staff lead within two weeks of purchase
Represent Blue Star Families in a professional manner at all times both in person and via social media outlets
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Skills, Experience, and Background
Experience leading and planning outdoor activities
Experience tracking expenses for a budget
Ability to travel to and transport equipment to local outdoor recreation activities and events
Ability to lift and carry equipment and supplies up to 30 lbs.
Preferred Skills, Experience, and Background
Familiarity with the military community
Inclusive mindset and dedication to increasing access to the outdoors
Demonstrates a commitment to preserving natural spaces, promoting sustainability, and educating others on the importance of protecting the environment
Flexible communication skills, including communicating with members of all ages and abilities
Creativity and problem-solving skills
A love of spending time outdoors
More About Blue Star Families
Blue Star Families empowers military and Veteran families to thrive by connecting them with their civilian neighbors — both people and organizations — to create strong communities of mutual support. We believe we're all stronger when we take care of one another.
Our groundbreaking research is raising the nation's awareness of the unique challenges of military family life. With the help of neighbors across the country, Blue Star Families is overcoming the isolation and alienation of frequent moves, deployments, and reduced support from the government. Our innovative programs are solving specific challenges for military families, including fighting economic insecurity with resources that foster spouse career development, creating family strength with rich family programming, and providing critical peer support for caregivers, whose numbers are only increasing.
Blue Star Families is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
EEO Policy
Blue Star Families is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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