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Leadership Position Description:
GENERAL INFORMATION
Type: Elected by the members of the troop
Term: 6 months
Reports to: Scoutmaster
Description: The Senior Patrol Leader is elected by the Scouts to represent them as the top junior leader in the troop.
Comments: The Senior Patrol Leader is the focal point of the troop. He needs to attend as close to all troop functions as possible. One of the major parts of the SPL's job is to appoint other troop leaders. He must choose leaders who are able, not just his friends or other popular Scouts.
QUALIFICATIONS
Age: none
Rank: Star or higher
Experience: Previous service as SPL, ASPL, PL, or APL
Attendance: 75% over previous 6 months
Term Limit: No more than 2 consecutive terms
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Attendance: You are expected to attend 75% of all troop meetings, Patrol Leaders' Council meetings, outings, and service projects. If your attendance is low, or if you have three (3) unexcused absences in a row, you can be removed from office.
Effort: You are expected to give this job your best effort.
GENERAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Uniform: Set the example by wearing your uniform correctly. This means that you will wear all of the parts of the troop uniform, shirttail tucked in, with all required badges in their correct locations.
Behavior: Set the example by living the Scout Oath and Law in your everyday life. Show Scout Spirit in everything you say and do.
Attendance: Set the example by being an active Scout. Be on-time for meetings and activities. You must call the Scoutmaster if you are not going to be at a meeting or if you suddenly have to miss an outing. You also need to make sure that the Assistant Senior Patrol Leader is ready to assume your responsibilities.
SPECIFIC LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
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Runs the Patrol Leader's Council meeting
Appoints other troop junior leaders with the advice and counsel of the Scoutmaster
Assigns duties and responsibilities to junior leaders
Assists the Scoutmaster with Junior Leader Training
Leadership Position Description
GENERAL INFORMATION
Type: Appointed by the Senior Patrol Leader
Term: 6 months
Reports to: Senior Patrol Leader
Description: The Assistant Senior Patrol Leader is the second highest ranking patrol leader in the troop. The Assistant Senior Patrol Leader acts as the Senior Patrol Leader in the absence of the SPL or when called upon. He also provides leadership to other junior leaders in the troop.
Comments: The most important part of the ASPL position is his work with the other junior leaders. The ASPL should be familiar with the other positions and stay current with the work being done.
QUALIFICATIONS
Age: none
Rank: Star or higher
Experience: Previous service as PL, or APL
Attendance: 75% over the previous 6 months
Term Limit: No more than 2 consecutive terms
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Training: You must attend the next scheduled troop Junior Leader Training (JLT) if you have not attended in the past.
Attendance: You are expected to attend 75% of all troop meetings, Patrol Leaders' Council meetings, outings, and service projects. If your attendance is low, or if you have three (3) unexcused absences in a row, you can be removed from office.
Effort: You are expected to give this job your best effort.
GENERAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Uniform: Set the example by wearing your uniform correctly. This means that you will wear all of the parts of the troop uniform, shirttail tucked in, with all required badges in their correct locations.
Behavior: Set the example by living the Scout Oath and Law in your everyday life. Show Scout Spirit in everything you say and do.
Attendance: Set the example by being an active Scout. Be on-time for meetings and activities. You must call the Senior Patrol Leader or Scoutmaster if you are not going to be at a meeting or if you suddenly have to miss an outing. You also need to make sure that someone will assume your responsibilities.
SPECIFIC LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Helps the Senior Patrol Leader lead meetings and activities
Runs the troop in the absence of the Senior Patrol Leader
Helps train and supervise the Troop Scribe, Quartermaster, Instructor, Librarian, Historian, and Chaplin Aide.
Serves as a member of the Patrol Leader's Council
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Leadership Position Description
GENERAL INFORMATION
Type: Elected by members of the patrol
Term: 6 months
Reports to: Senior Patrol Leader
Description: The Patrol Leader is the elected leader of his patrol. He represents his patrol on the Patrol Leader's Council.
Comments: The Patrol Leader may easily be the most important job in the troop. He has the closest contact with the patrol members and is in the perfect position to help and guide them. The Patrol Leaders, along with the Senior Patrol Leader and Assistant Senior Patrol Leader are the primary members of the Patrol Leaders' Council.
QUALIFICATIONS
Age: None
Rank: 1st Class (if not, it must be approved by Scoutmaster)
Experience: At least one previous leadership position
Attendance: 75% over previous 6 months
Term Limit: No more than 2 consecutive terms
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Training: You must attend the next scheduled troop Junior Leader Training (JLT) if you have not attended in the past.
Attendance: You are expected to attend 75% of all troop meetings, Patrol Leaders' Council meetings, outings, and service projects. If your attendance is low, or if you have three (3) unexcused absences in a row, you can be removed from office.
Effort: You are expected to give this job your best effort.
GENERAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Uniform: Set the example by wearing your uniform correctly. This means that you will wear all of the parts of the troop uniform, shirttail tucked in, with all required badges in their correct locations.
Behavior: Set the example by living the Scout Oath and Law in your everyday life. Show Scout Spirit in everything you say and do.
Attendance: Set the example by being an active Scout. Be on-time for meetings and activities. You must call the Senior Patrol Leader or Scoutmaster if you are not going to be at a meeting or if you suddenly have to miss an outing. You also need to make sure that the Assistant Patrol Leader is ready to assume your responsibilities.
SPECIFIC LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Appoints the Assistant Patrol Leader
Represents the patrol on the Patrol Leader's Council
Plans and steers patrol meetings
Helps Scouts advance
Acts as the chief recruiter of new Scouts
Keeps patrol members informed
Knows what his patrol members and other leaders can do.
Strive for the Honor Patrol Award
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Leadership Position Description
GENERAL INFORMATION
Type: Appointed by the Patrol Leader
Term: 6 months
Reports to: Patrol Leader
Description: The Assistant Patrol Leader is appointed by the Patrol Leader and leads the patrol in his absence.
Comments: Substituting for the Patrol Leader is only part of the Assistant Patrol Leader's job. The APL actively helps run the patrol.
QUALIFICATIONS
Age: none
Rank: none
Experience: none
Attendance: 75% over previous 6 months
Term Limit: No more than 2 consecutive terms
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Training: You must attend the next scheduled troop Junior Leader Training (JLT) if you have not attended in the past.
Attendance: You are expected to attend 75% of all troop meetings, Patrol Leaders' Council meetings, outings, and service projects. If your attendance is low, or if you have three (3) unexcused absences in a row, you can be removed from office.
Effort: You are expected to give this job your best effort.
GENERAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Uniform: Set the example by wearing your uniform correctly. This means that you will wear all of the parts of the troop uniform, shirttail tucked in, with all required badges in their correct locations.
Behavior: Set the example by living the Scout Oath and Law in your everyday life. Show Scout Spirit in everything you say and do.
Attendance: Set the example by being an active Scout. Be on-time for meetings and activities. You must call the Patrol Leader or Scoutmaster if you are not going to be at a meeting or if you suddenly have to miss an outing. You also need to make sure that someone will assume your responsibilities.
SPECIFIC LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Helps the Patrol Leader plan and steer patrol meetings and activities.
Helps the Patrol Leader keep patrol members informed
Helps the patrol get ready for all troop activities
Represents his patrol at Patrol Leader's Council meetings when the Patrol Leader cannot attend
Lends a hand controlling the patrol and building patrol spirit
Strive for the Honor Patrol Award
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Leadership Position Description
GENERAL INFORMATION
Type: Appointed by the Scoutmaster
Term: 1 year
Reports to: Scoutmaster
Description: The Junior Assistant Scoutmaster serves in the capacity of an Assistant Scoutmaster except where legal age and maturity are required. He must be at least 16 years old and not yet 21. The Scoutmaster appoints him because of his leadership ability.
Comments: In many cases the JASM has the same responsibilities as an Assistant Scoutmaster.
QUALIFICATIONS
Age: At least 16 years old
Rank: N/A
Experience: Previous leadership positions
Attendance: 75% over the previous 6 months
Term Limit: None
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Training: You must attend the next scheduled troop Junior Leader Training (JLT) if you have not attended in the past.
Attendance: You are expected to attend 75% of all troop meetings, Patrol Leaders' Council meetings, outings, and service projects. If your attendance is low, or if you have three (3) unexcused absences in a row, you can be removed from office.
Effort: You are expected to give this job your best effort.
GENERAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Uniform: Set the example by wearing your uniform correctly. This means that you will wear all of the parts of the troop uniform, shirttail tucked in, with all required badges in their correct locations.
Behavior: Set the example by living the Scout Oath and Law in your everyday life. Show Scout Spirit in everything you say and do.
Attendance: Set the example by being an active Scout. Be on-time for meetings and activities. You must call the Senior Patrol Leader or Scoutmaster if you are not going to be at a meeting or if you suddenly have to miss an outing. You also need to make sure that someone will assume your responsibilities.
SPECIFIC LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Functions as an Assistant Scoutmaster
Performs duties as assigned by the Scoutmaster
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Leadership Position Description
GENERAL INFORMATION
Type: Appointed by the Scoutmaster/Cubmaster
Term: 1 year
Reports to: Scoutmaster and Den Leader
Description: The Den Chief works with the Cub Scouts, Webelos Scouts, and Den Leaders in the Cub Scout pack.
Comments: The Den Chief provides knowledge of games and Scout skills that many Den Leaders lack. The Den Chief is also a recruiter for the troop. This function is important because no troop can thrive without new members and most new members will come from Cub Scouting.
QUALIFICATIONS
Age: 13 or older (Webelos Den) 12 or older (Bear/Wolf Den)
Rank: 1st Class or higher
Experience: At least one previous leadership position
Attendance: 75% over previous 6 months
Term Limit: None
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Training: You must attend the next scheduled Den Chief and troop Junior Leader Training (JLT) if you have not attended in the past.
Attendance: You are expected to attend 75% of all troop meetings, outings, and service projects. If your attendance is low, or if you have three (3) unexcused absences in a row, you can be removed from office. In terms of attendance with your den, you are expected to attend 75% of den meetings and pack functions. You must inform the Den Leader if you will be absent. The Scoutmaster and Den Leader will discuss quarterly your performance and interaction with the den.
Effort: You are expected to give this job your best effort.
GENERAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Uniform: Set the example by wearing your uniform correctly. This means that you will wear all of the parts of the troop uniform, shirttail tucked in, with all required badges in their correct locations.
Behavior: Set the example by living the Scout Oath and Law in your everyday life. Show Scout Spirit in everything you say and do.
Attendance: Set the example by being an active Scout. Be on time for meetings and activities. You must call the Senior Patrol Leader or Scoutmaster if you are not going to be at a meeting or if you suddenly have to miss an outing. You also need to make sure that someone will assume your responsibilities.
SPECIFIC LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Knows the purposes of Cub Scouting
Helps Cub Scouts advance through Cub Scout ranks.
Encourages Cub Scouts to join a Boy Scout troop upon graduation
Assists with activities in the den meetings and is a friend to the boys in the den.
Helps out at weekly den meetings and monthly pack meetings
Meets with adult members of the den, pack, and troop as necessary
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Leadership Position Description
GENERAL INFORMATION
Type: Appointed by the Scoutmaster
Term: 6 Months
Reports to: Scoutmaster
Description: The Instructor teaches Scouting skills.
Comments: The Instructor will work closely with both the Troop Guide and with the Assistant Scoutmaster for new Scouts. The Instructor does not have to be an expert but should be able to teach the Scout craft skills needed for Tenderfoot, Second Class, and First Class ranks. The troop can have more than one instructor.
QUALIFICATIONS
Age: 14 or older
Rank: 1st Class or higher
Experience: At least one previous leadership position
Attendance: 75% over previous 6 months
Term Limit: None
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Training: You must attend the next scheduled troop Junior Leader Training (JLT) if you have not attended in the past.
Attendance: You are expected to attend 75% of all troop meetings, Patrol Leaders' Council meetings, outings, and service projects. If your attendance is low, or if you have three (3) unexcused absences in a row, you can be removed from office.
Effort: You are expected to give this job your best effort.
GENERAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Uniform: Set the example by wearing your uniform correctly. This means that you will wear all of the parts of the troop uniform, shirttail tucked in, with all required badges in their correct locations.
Behavior: Set the example by living the Scout Oath and Law in your everyday life. Show Scout Spirit in everything you say and do.
Attendance: Set the example by being an active Scout. Be on-time for meetings and activities. You must call the Senior Patrol Leader or Scoutmaster if you are not going to be at a meeting or if you suddenly have to miss an outing. You also need to make sure that someone will assume your responsibilities.
SPECIFIC LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Teaches basic Scouting skills in troop and patrols
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Leadership Position Description
GENERAL INFORMATION
Type: Appointed by the Scoutmaster
Term: 1 year
Reports to: Scoutmaster
Description: The Troop Guide works with new Scouts. He helps them feel comfortable and earn their First Class rank in their first year.
Comments: The first year as a Boy Scout is a critical time with new places, new people, new rules, and new activities. The Troop Guide is a friend to the new Scouts and makes first year fun and successful. This is an important position.
QUALIFICATIONS
Age: 14 or older
Rank: Star or higher
Experience: At least one previous leadership position
Attendance: 75% over previous 6 months
Term Limit: No more than 2 consecutive terms
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Training: You must attend the next scheduled troop Junior Leader Training (JLT) if you have not attended in the past.
Attendance: You are expected to attend 75% of all troop meetings, Patrol Leaders' Council meetings, outings, and service projects. If your attendance is low, or if you have three (3) unexcused absences in a row, you can be removed from office.
Effort: You are expected to give this job your best effort.
GENERAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Uniform: Set the example by wearing your uniform correctly. This means that you will wear all of the parts of the troop uniform, shirttail tucked in, with all required badges in their correct locations.
Behavior: Set the example by living the Scout Oath and Law in your everyday life. Show Scout Spirit in everything you say and do.
Attendance: Set the example by being an active Scout. Be on-time for meetings and activities. You must call the Senior Patrol Leader or Scoutmaster if you are not going to be at a meeting or if you suddenly have to miss an outing. You also need to make sure that someone will assume your responsibilities.
SPECIFIC LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Introduces new Scouts to troop operations
Guides new Scouts through early Scouting activities
Shields new Scouts from harassment by older Scouts
Helps new Scouts earn First Class in their first year.
Teaches basic Scout skills
Coaches the patrol leader of the new Scout patrol on his duties
Works with the patrol leader at Patrol Leaders' Council meetings
Attends Patrol Leaders' Council meetings with the patrol leader of the new Scout patrol
Assists the Assistant Scoutmaster with training
Counsels individual Scouts on Scouting challenges
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Leadership Position Description
GENERAL INFORMATION
Type: Elected by the members of the troop
Approved by: The Scoutmaster
Term: 6 months
Reports to: Assistant Senior Patrol Leader
Description: The Chaplin Aide works with the Troop Chaplin to meet the religious needs of Scouts in the troop. He also works to promote the religious awards program.
Comments: "Duty to God" is one of the core beliefs of Scouting. The Chaplin Aide helps everyone in the troop by preparing short religious observations for campouts and other functions. The Chaplin Aide does not always lead the observation himself and can have other troop member’s help.
QUALIFICATIONS
Age: none
Rank: 2nd Class
Experience: none
Attendance: 75% over the previous 6 months
Term Limit: No more than 2 consecutive terms
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Training: You must attend the next scheduled troop Junior Leader Training (JLT) if you have not attended in the past.
Attendance: You are expected to attend 75% of all troop meetings, Patrol Leaders' Council meetings, outings, and service projects. If your attendance is low, or if you have three (3) unexcused absences in a row, you can be removed from office.
Effort: You are expected to give this job your best effort.
GENERAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Uniform: Set the example by wearing your uniform correctly. This means that you will wear all of the parts of the troop uniform, shirttail tucked in, with all required badges in their correct locations.
Behavior: Set the example by living the Scout Oath and Law in your everyday life. Show Scout Spirit in everything you say and do.
Attendance: Set the example by being an active Scout. Be on-time for meetings and activities. You must call the Senior Patrol Leader or Scoutmaster if you are not going to be at a meeting or if you suddenly have to miss an outing. You also need to make sure that someone will assume your responsibilities.
SPECIFIC LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Assists the Troop Chaplin with religious services at troop activities
Tells Scouts about the religious emblem program for their faith.
Makes sure religious holidays are considered during troop program planning.
Helps plan for religious observance in troop activities.
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Leadership Position Description
GENERAL INFORMATION
Type: Elected by the members of the troop
Approved by: The Scoutmaster
Term: 6 months
Reports to: Assistant Senior Patrol Leader
Description: The Troop Historian keeps a historical record or scrapbook of troop activities and Provides the troop with an 8x10 photo of each Eagle Scout advanced during his tour as historian.
Comments: The true value of a good Historian does not show up until years later. The Historian provides material for displays and presentations of current activities. In addition, the work of the Historian provides a link with the past.
QUALIFICATIONS
Age: none
Rank: 1st Class
Experience: none, but interest in photography is helpful
Attendance: 75% over the previous 6 months
Term Limit: No more than 2 consecutive terms
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Training: You must attend the next scheduled troop Junior Leader Training (JLT) if you have not attended in the past.
Attendance: You are expected to attend 75% of all troop meetings, Patrol Leaders' Council meetings, outings, and service projects. If your attendance is low, or if you have three (3) unexcused absences in a row, you can be removed from office.
Effort: You are expected to give this job your best effort.
GENERAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Uniform: Set the example by wearing your uniform correctly. This means that you will wear all of the parts of the troop uniform, shirttail tucked in, with all required badges in their correct locations.
Behavior: Set the example by living the Scout Oath and Law in your everyday life. Show Scout Spirit in everything you say and do.
Attendance: Set the example by being an active Scout. Be on-time for meetings and activities. You must call the Senior Patrol Leader or Scoutmaster if you are not going to be at a meeting or if you suddenly have to miss an outing. You also need to make sure that someone will assume your responsibilities.
SPECIFIC LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Gathers pictures and facts about past troop activities and keeps them in a historical file, or scrapbook
Takes care of troop trophies, ribbons, and souvenirs of troop activities
Keeps information about former members of the troop
Provides 8x10 photos of former Troop Eagle Scouts
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Leadership Position Description
GENERAL INFORMATION
Type: Elected by the members of the troop
Approved by: The Scoutmaster
Reports to: Assistant Senior Patrol Leader
Description: The Troop Librarian takes care of troop literature. Maintain “Troop Library List” on troop website up to date.
Comments: The library contains books of historical value as well as current materials. All together, the library is a troop resource worth hundreds of dollars. The Librarian manages this resource for the troop.
QUALIFICATIONS
Age: none
Rank: 2nd Class
Experience: none
Attendance: 75% over the previous 6 months
Term Limit: No more than 2 consecutive terms
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Training: You must attend the next scheduled troop Junior Leader Training (JLT) if you have not attended in the past.
Attendance: You are expected to attend 75% of all troop meetings, Patrol Leaders' Council meetings, outings, and service projects. If your attendance is low, or if you have three (3) unexcused absences in a row, you can be removed from office.
Effort: You are expected to give this job your best effort.
GENERAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Uniform: Set the example by wearing your uniform correctly. This means that you will wear all of the parts of the troop uniform, shirttail tucked in, with all required badges in their correct locations.
Behavior: Set the example by living the Scout Oath and Law in your everyday life. Show Scout Spirit in everything you say and do.
Attendance: Set the example by being an active Scout. Be on-time for meetings and activities. You must call the Senior Patrol Leader or Scoutmaster if you are not going to be at a meeting or if you suddenly have to miss an outing. You also need to make sure that someone will assume your responsibilities.
SPECIFIC LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Sets up and takes care of a troop library
Keeps records of books and pamphlets owned by the troop.
Adds new or replacement items as needed.
Keeps books and pamphlets available for borrowing
Keeps a system for checking books and pamphlets in and out
Follows up on late returns
Issues vouchers for purchase of used merit badge books.
Maintain “Troop Library List” on troop website up to date.
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Leadership Position Description
GENERAL INFORMATION
Type: Elected by the members of the troop
Approved by: The Scoutmaster
Term: 6 months
Reports to: Assistant Senior Patrol Leader
Description: The Troop Quartermaster keeps track of troop equipment and sees that it is in good working order.
Comments: The Quartermaster does most of his work around campouts. There are times when the Quartermaster has to be available to check equipment in and out.
QUALIFICATIONS
Age: none
Rank: 1st Class
Experience: none
Attendance: 75% over the previous six months
Term Limit: No more than 2 consecutive terms
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Training: You must attend the next scheduled troop Junior Leader Training (JLT) if you have not attended in the past.
Attendance: You are expected to attend 75% of all troop meetings, Patrol Leaders' Council meetings, outings, and service projects. If your attendance is low, or if you have three (3) unexcused absences in a row, you can be removed from office.
Effort: You are expected to give this job your best effort.
GENERAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Uniform: Set the example by wearing your uniform correctly. This means that you will wear all of the parts of the troop uniform, shirttail tucked in, with all required badges in their correct locations.
Behavior: Set the example by living the Scout Oath and Law in your everyday life. Show Scout Spirit in everything you say and do.
Attendance: Set the example by being an active Scout. Be on-time for meetings and activities. You must call the Senior Patrol Leader or Scoutmaster if you are not going to be at a meeting or if you suddenly have to miss an outing. You also need to make sure that someone will assume your responsibilities.
SPECIFIC LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Keeps records on patrol and troop equipment
Makes sure equipment is in good working condition
Issues equipment and makes sure it is returned in good condition
Makes suggestions for new or replacement items
Works with the Troop Committee member responsible for equipment
Gets the US, troop, and patrol flags for meetings and ceremonies and puts them away afterwards
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Leadership Position Description
GENERAL INFORMATION
Type: Elected by the members of the troop
Approved by: The Scoutmaster
Term: 6 months
Reports to: Assistant Senior Patrol Leader
Description: The Scribe keeps the troop records. He records the activities of the Patrol Leaders'
Council and keeps a record of dues, advancement, and Scout attendance at troop meetings.
Comments: To be a good Scribe you need to attend nearly all troop and Patrol Leaders' Council meetings.
QUALIFICATIONS
Age: none
Rank: 1st Class
Experience: none
Attendance: 75% over the previous six months
Term Limit: No more than 2 consecutive terms
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Training: You must attend the troop Junior Leader Training even if you have attended in the past.
Attendance: You are expected to attend 75% of all troop meetings, outings, service projects and 5 out of 6 Patrol Leaders' Council meetings. If your attendance is low, or if you have three (3) unexcused absences in a row, you can be removed from office.
Effort: You are expected to give this job your best effort.
GENERAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Uniform: Set the example by wearing your uniform correctly. This means that you will wear all of the parts of the troop uniform, shirttail tucked in, with all required badges in their correct locations.
Behavior: Set the example by living the Scout Oath and Law in your everyday life. Show Scout Spirit in everything you say and do.
Attendance: Set the example by being an active Scout. Be on-time for meetings and activities. You must call the Senior Patrol Leader or Scoutmaster if you are not going to be at a meeting or if you suddenly have to miss an outing. You also need to make sure that someone will assume your responsibilities.
SPECIFIC LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
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Records individual Scout attendance and dues payments
Records individual Scout advancement progress
Works with the Troop Committee members responsible for records and finance
Ensures the “Troop Meeting Notes” are updated as needed on the troop website.
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Leadership Position Description
GENERAL INFORMATION
Type: Audition before the members of the troop
Approved by: The Scoutmaster
Term: 6 months
Reports to: Assistant Senior Patrol Leader
Description: Plays bugle as requested by troop leadership, Plays taps during evening closing ceremony
Comments: Must be able to play bugle/trumpet/cornet and be able to hit High E without cracking (highest note for most bugle calls), must audition as part of the election process
QUALIFICATIONS
Age: none
Rank: 1st Class
Experience: none
Attendance: 75% over the previous six months
Term Limit: No more than 2 consecutive terms
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Training: You must attend the next scheduled troop Junior Leader Training (JLT) if you have not attended in the past. Sign up for music/bugle merit badge
Attendance: You are expected to attend 75% of all troop meetings, outings, and service projects. If your attendance is low, or if you have three (3) unexcused absences, three (3) times failed to bring your instrument in a row, you can be removed from office.
Effort: You are expected to give this job your best effort.
GENERAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Uniform: Set the example by wearing your uniform correctly. This means that you will wear all of the parts of the troop uniform, shirttail tucked in, with all required badges in their correct locations.
Behavior: Set the example by living the Scout Oath and Law in your everyday life. Show Scout Spirit in everything you say and do.
Attendance: Set the example by being an active Scout. Be on-time for meetings and activities. You must call the Senior Patrol Leader or Scoutmaster if you are not going to be at a meeting or if you suddenly have to miss an outing. You also need to make sure that someone will assume your responsibilities.
SPECIFIC LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Play appropriate bugle calls during troop ceremonies to include reveille, retreat and taps.
Be able to play bugle calls during troop outings
Strive to complete the music/bugle merit badge
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Leadership Position Description
GENERAL INFORMATION
Type: Selected by Chapter Advisor
Approved by: The Chapter Advisor
Term: 6 months
Reports to: Assistant Senior Patrol Leader
Description: An Order of the Arrow Troop Representative is a youth liaison serving between the local OA lodge or chapter and his troop. In his troop, he serves as a communication and programmatic link to the Arrowman and adult leaders and Scouts who are not presently members of the Order. He does this in a fashion that strengthens the mission of the lodge and purpose of the Order. By setting a good example, he enhances the image of the Order as a service arm to his troop.
Comments: Is an active member of the OA in good standing
QUALIFICATIONS
Age: none
Rank: 1st Class
Experience: Member of the OA
Attendance: 75% over the previous six months
Term Limit: No more than 2 consecutive terms
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Training: You must attend the next scheduled troop Junior Leader Training (JLT) if you have not attended in the past.
Attendance: You are expected to attend 75% of all troop meetings, outings, and service projects. If your attendance is low, or if you have three (3) unexcused absences in a row, you can be removed from office.
Effort: You are expected to give this job your best effort.
GENERAL LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Uniform: Set the example by wearing your uniform correctly. This means that you will wear all of the parts of the troop uniform, shirttail tucked in, with all required badges in their correct locations.
Behavior: Set the example by living the Scout Oath and Law in your everyday life. Show Scout Spirit in everything you say and do.
Attendance: Set the example by being an active Scout. Be on-time for meetings and activities. You must call the Senior Patrol Leader or Scoutmaster if you are not going to be at a meeting or if you suddenly have to miss an outing. You also need to make sure that someone will assume your responsibilities.
SPECIFIC LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
As Directed by the Chapter Advisor
SENIOR PATROL LEADER| ASSISTANT SENIOR PATROL LEADER | PATROL LEADER | ASSISTANT PATROL LEADER | JUNIOR ASSISTANT SCOUTMASTER | DEN CHIEF | INSTRUCTOR
TROOP GUIDE | CHAPLAIN AIDE | TROOP HISTORIAN | TROOP QUARTERMASTER | TROOP SCRIBE | TROOP BUGLER | TROOP OA REPRESENTATIVE