District Director

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and make a lasting impact in one of the nation’s top-performing Scouting councils? The
Mid-America Council, Scouting America
, is seeking ambitious and forward-thinking professionals to join us as candidates for the
District Director position. This position would serve in the Omaha Metro area.

• Serve as the spokesperson for (2) districts, ensuring Scouting is represented with professionalism and extraordinary customer service in all interactions
• Provide coaching and leadership to professional staff in the district(s), ensuring alignment with the council’s strategic objectives.
• Recruit, develop, and support a strong volunteer team to drivedistrictsuccess, fostering a welcoming and mission-driven culture.
• Lead efforts to achieve key performance goals, including fundraising, membership growth and retention, volunteer engagement, and program excellence.
• Secure financial support to sustain and expand Scouting programs, including special events, community partnerships, and Investment in Character campaigns.
• Cultivate and maintain strategic relationships with schools, community leaders, and local organizations to strengthen Scouting’s impact.
• Maintain a collaborative and high-performance culture, attracting, retaining, and motivating top-tier volunteers and staff.
• Adapt to evolving council needs, taking on special projects and responsibilities as assigned.

• Must have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university (a transcript with the date degree conferred stated is required for employment).

• Passion for the Scouting America mission and principles.
• Prior experience in Scouting, with a successful track record.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proven fundraising success and community organization skills.
• Ability to manage staff effectively and oversee district operations.
• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical skills.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite.

The Southeast Louisiana Council is an equal opportunity employer. Professional Scouting offers benefits to include medical, prescription coverage, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, accidental death, a defined benefit retirement plan, plus compensation for authorized and approved business-related expenses, to include phone and mileage reimbursement. We also offer a generous vacation policy and holiday (including Mardi Gras) observances.

Salary or Salary Range: $50,000 – $55,000
based on experience and qualifications.