Adult Roles

Adult Roles

Key Three Roles

Chartered Org Representative – Our Pack is “owned” by a chartered organization, which receives a national charter yearly to use the Scouting program as a part of its youth work. These chartered organizations, which have goals compatible with those of the Boy Scouts of America, include religious, educational, civic, fraternal, business, labor, governmental bodies, and professional associations. Duties Include But Are Not Limited To:

  • Be a member of the chartered organization
  • Maintain a close liaison with the Pack Committee Chair
  • Help recruit other adult leaders
  • Serve as liaison between your troop and your organization
  • Encourage service to the organization
  • Be an active and involved member of the district committee

Cubmaster – The Cubmaster is the adult leader responsible for the image of the troop and for supporting the Den leaders in implementing the Pack’s program. The Cubmaster and Assistant Cubmaster work directly with the Scouts. The importance of the Cubmaster’s role is reflected in the fact that the quality of guidance will affect every youth and adult involved in the troop. Duties Include But Are Not Limited To:

  • Plan and run Pack Meetings
  • Train and guide Den leaders
  • Work with other responsible adults to bring Scouting to boys and girls.
  • Use the methods of Scouting to achieve the aims of Scouting.

Committee Chair – Where the Scoutmaster oversees the delivery of the program, the Committee Chair oversee Pack policy. The Committee Chair should be familiar with the inner workings of the Pack and be able to effectively plan and propose policy to allow the program to be delivered effectively and in accordance with all National BSA Policy including the Safe Guide to Scouting and the Guide to Advancement. Duties Include But Are Not Limited To:

  • Recruit other adults to fill all troop committee functions
  • Run committee meetings and utilize time effectively
  • Encourage all adults to complete position specific training
  • Oversee all aspects of the various committees

Committee Roles

Assistant Cubmaster – While many of the committee members affect overall policy, it is primarily up to the Cubmaster and Assistant Cubmaster to effectively deliver the program. The Assistant Cubmaster helps the Cubmaster run the program and assist with the duties outline under Cubmaster.

Den Leaders – While the Cubmaster runs the Pack, the Den leaders run the program for each Den. The Den leaders spend the most time with the individual Scouts so this is one of the most important roles in the Pack. Den leaders and Assistant Den leaders plan all the Den meetings and Den activities and help the Scouts earn their achievements and advance in rank.

Fundraising Coordinator – To be effective in this role, one would need to assist in planning and executing unit fundraisers including completing and submitting a fundraising proposal to the council for approval.

Medical Coordinator – Should handle all medical forms and ensure that they are properly filled out and available for ALL attendees, both youth and adult, of outings. This person is also responsible for maintaining the Pack first aid kits and making sure they are stocked and ready if needed.

Treasurer – Handel all troop funds including any troop debts and authorized reimbursements. The treasurer also will create a semi-annual financial plan for committee approval and make any recommendations to the committee regarding changing annual dues, activity fees, etc.

Webmaster – Manage our troop website including updating information in a timely manner, posting new content, adding activity photos, etc.

 

There’s many more positions than we can list here and we are always happy to have more volunteers to help spread the load. There’s an old scouter’s saying “It’s only an hour a week”, but that’s not true! Some roles take more than an hour a week, some take less, and some might take more but only in the build up to a big event once a year. Whether you have a lot of time or a little time, we can find a role that fits your schedule. If you want to help but aren’t sure how, please reach out and we’ll talk about what could be a great fit for you!