Southern Minnesota Regional Manager
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- St. Paul, Minnesota, United States
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Category
- Not specified
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- You bring 5+ years of relevant professional experience in nonprofit program management, community engagement, or volunteer coordination, with demonstrated success managing programs or partnerships ind
- You’re passionate about the Girls on the Run mission.
- You’re a pro-active relationship-builder, comfortable introducing new communities to GOTR, cultivating partnerships, and growing our regional presence through outreach, public speaking, and creative e
- You’re organized and detail-oriented, able to juggle multiple projects while keeping the big picture in mind.
- You work independently, exercise sound judgment, and know when to seek input or additional support.
- You’re a clear communicator and collaborative teammate, skilled at working across diverse groups of people with cultural humility.
- You feel confident using digital tools like Microsoft Office, Google Suite, CRM systems, Canva, and email platforms.
- You are located in (or willing to relocate to) Rochester, MN or the surrounding area.
- You have regular access to a personal vehicle for travel throughout Southern Minnesota and weekly work from the GOTR Office in St. Paul
Nice to have
- Experience with GOTR or similar youth/wellness programs.
- Experience working in Native communities.
- Language proficiency in Spanish, Somali, or Hmong.
Full description
Organization Profile
At Girls on the Run Minnesota, we offer after-school empowerment programs designed for 3rd- to 8th-grade girls. Our mission is to inspire participants to recognize their inner strength, build healthy habits, imagine their possibilities, and confidently stand up for themselves and others. We do this through an innovative curriculum that blends dynamic physical activity with life skills lessons and community impact projects, all led by trained volunteer coaches. In 2027, we'll reach more than 5,000 youth across the state. Learn more:.
Position Profile
Girls on the Run Minnesota (GOTR MN) seeks a relationship-driven, entrepreneurial, and detail-oriented Regional Manager to lead regional programming and build sustainable growth in Rochester and throughout Southern Minnesota. With Girls on the Run teams across the region, this role will grow GOTR’s presence through strong local partnerships, volunteer engagement, publicity, and community outreach, introducing more communities, schools, and organizations to the magic of Girls on the Run.
The Regional Manager will manage program operations, support volunteers, and build authentic connections with schools, community partners, donors, and families. This unique role combines program management with responsibility for regional growth and community engagement to ensure GOTR is empowering, culturally responsive, and sustainable. The Regional Manager reports directly to the Program Director and collaborates across departments to support a sustainable, high-quality regional model that ensures consistent program delivery, volunteer support, and community engagement.
This position is based in Southern Minnesota, ideally in Rochester or the surrounding area. Candidates must reside in the region or be willing to relocate. The role includes regular travel throughout Southern Minnesota and one day per week working from the GOTR MN office in St. Paul.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Program Operations & Volunteer Support
- Manage seasonal program operations for Southern Minnesota sites, coordinating timelines, materials, and communication to support consistent, high-quality program delivery.
- Recruit, assign, and onboard program sites and volunteer coaches.
- Prepare and help facilitate coach training.
- Conduct site visits and support program implementation.
- Serve as the first point of contact for regional coaches.
- Manage regional materials, certifications, and records.
- Lead Camp GOTR (our one-week summer program in July) in Southern Minnesota.
Community Engagement
- Lead, develop, and carry out a regional growth plan, in partnership with the Program Director, that sets priorities for site recruitment and retention, community partnerships, and regional visibility.