Volunteer Essentials Volunteer Essentials 2015-16 - Updated 5/31/17 | Page 119

financial reports, is a co-signer on all troop accounts, assists with financial inquiries of troop funds and may provide training on how to maintain troop financial records.  Recruiter- Manages the recruitment, organization and retention of girls and volunteers for a targeted area; identifies troop leadership and assigns girls to troops/groups. Ensures that the girl and adult membership in the service unit are reflective of the population groups within the service unit area.  Council Delegate- Partners with the Board of Directors in developing and implementing strategic policies for the council by providing guidance/input to the Board of Directors on major issues and policies affecting the future of the council; communicates those issues and policies to service unit members. Council delegates should be informed of the point of view of the service unit members which they represent, be able to acquire a council-wide perspective, and be prepared to vote for the good of the total council, after studying and hearing issue discussions. Delegate Training required.  Events Coordinator- Responsible for development, organization and promotion of service unit- wide events; plans calendar of events based on needs and interests of girls; strengthens troop programs with purpose of retention through event participation; recruits committee members to plan events; provides opportunities for girls in non-troop pathways to participate in service unit and county events with adult supervision. Council-Level Positions Here are some examples of volunteer positions at the council level. For a complete list of all positions available contact your Volunteer Support Speciaist.  Gold Award Committee Member- Reviews and/or mentors Gold Awardees through the Gold Award process. May assist in delivering workshops. Gold Award Orientation and Workshop required.  Program Team Member- Coordinates program events/activities in a specific geographical area; serves as liaison with program staff. Series/Events Volunteer Training required.  Volunteer Program Facilitator- Provides training and resources to girls through established programs; including Program Aide, Volunteer-in Training (V.I.T.), Counselor-in-Training (C.I.T.). Series/Events Volunteer Training and Facilitator of Adult Learning Training required.  Adult Award Committee Member- Promotes and coordinates the Girl Scout Adult Award process by reviewing applications for approval and helping promote Adult Awards.  Trainer (Facilitator)- Provides training/workshops and resources to adult volunteers using established course designs in order to orient, prepare and support them in their volunteer positions. Facilitator of Adult Learning Training required.  Travel Committee Member- Work as a team to develop resources and make recommendations to build a sustainable travel program that aligns with the mission and values of Girl Scouts, incorporates the Girl Scout Leadership Experience (GSLE) and provides resources to our girl and adult members. Committee members do not necessarily attend the trips, but rather provide expertise and logistical support to ensure successful travel. Travel Training required.