AdvanceOn 10 Posted May 18, 2003 Share Posted May 18, 2003 Does anyone know where I can get position descriptions online for Boy Scout leader positions (SM, ASM, CC, etc.). I have found a link for Cub Scout leaders but have not found one at the Boy Scout or Venturing levels (or district positions, for that matter). I have some of the resources in hard copy but was really hoping to find the online resources to make it easier for me to put my packets together. Thanks for your help. Link to post Share on other sites
Joni4TA 10 Posted May 18, 2003 Share Posted May 18, 2003 Don't know if this will help but here ya go! Boy Scout Troop 467 - Troop Position Description SCOUTMASTER (Revised: 10/18/02) Job Description: The Scoutmaster is the adult leader of the troop and is dedicated to bringing learning, adventure, and oportunity to the Scouts within the troop. The Scoutmaster attends most troop meetings and goes on most hikes and camping trips. The Senior Patrol Leader and other troop leaders look to the Scoutmaster for advice and direction. A Scoutmaster must be at least 21 years of age, be an American Citizen, be approved by the troop's chartered organization, and must agree to live by the Scout Oath and Law. Job Obligations: Work with the Chartered Organization Representative, Troop Committee Chair, and other Scout leaders to ensure that the troop is run in accordance with the policies of the Boy Scouts of America and the chartered organization. Guide the Senior Patrol Leader in planning for and conducting meetings, campouts, and other troop activities. Recruit other adults as leaders to assist with the organization and supervision of the troop. Attend position-specific training and actively encourage the other adult leaders as well as the youth leaders to attend position-specific training. Wear full uniform to every troop meeting and activity, where a uniform is required. Be a good role model for the Scouts in the troop, and live by the Scout Oath, Law, Motto, and Slogan. Boy Scout Troop 467 - Troop Position Description ASSISTANT SCOUTMASTER (Revised: 10/18/02) Job Description: Assistant Scoutmasters serve as assistants to the Scoutmaster and may take his place when he is absent. They attend many troop meetings and go on many hikes and camping trips. The Senior Patrol Leader and other troop leaders look to the Assistant Scoutmasters, along with the Scoutmaster for advice and direction. Assistant Scoutmasters may be given specific areas of responsibility within the troop, however their job is to guide and supervise the Scouts in carrying out tasks, as much as possible. An Assistant Scoutmaster must be at least 18 years of age, be an American Citizen, be approved by the troop's chartered organization, and must agree to live by the Scout Oath and Law. Job Obligations: Work with the Scoutmaster and other adult leaders to ensure that the troop is run in accordance with the policies of the Boy Scouts of America and the chartered organization. Carryout assignments, as given by the Scoutmaster. Attend position-specific training. Wear full uniform to every troop meeting and activity, where a uniform is required. Be a good role model for the Scouts in the troop, and live by the Scout Oath, Law, Motto, and Slogan. BSA Troop 321: http://troop321.ocbsa.org/Leadership/CommitteeLeadership.htm Committee Chair Job Description: Serve as the Chief Executive Officer of the Troop Committee. The Committee Chair votes only in the event of a tie vote. The Committee Chair is elected by the Troop Committee and shall hold that office at the pleasure of the Committee until he/she resigns or a replacement is voted into office. Committee Chair duties: Organize the committee to see that all functions are delegated, coordinated, and completed Authority to appoint and remove all other persons holding committee positions Accountable for the performance of all persons holding committee positions in completing their appointed functions Call, preside over, and promote attendance at monthly Troop committee meetings Prepare Troop committee meeting agenda Maintain a close relationship with the chartered organization representative and the Scoutmaster Appoint the selection committee members and serve as the chair with regard to the selection of candidates for the position of Scoutmaster Interpret national and local policies to the Troop Ensure Troop representation at monthly District Roundtable Secure top-notch, trained individuals for camp leadership Arrange for charter review and re-charter annually Plan the Charter presentation http://troop321.ocbsa.org/Leadership/AdultLeadership.htm Scoutmaster Job Description: The Scoutmaster is the adult leader responsible for the image and program of the troop. The Scoutmaster works directly with the Scouts. The importance of the Scoutmaster's job is reflected in the fact that the quality of guidance will affect every youth and adult involved in the troop. Scoutmaster Duties: Train and guide junior leaders Use the Methods of Scouting to achieve the Aims of Scouting Work with responsible adults to bring Scouting to boys Meet regularly with the Patrol Leaders' Council (PLC) for training and coordination in planning troop activities Attend all troop meetings or when necessary arrange for a qualified adult substitute Attend troop committee meetings Conduct periodic parent meetings to share the program and encourage parent participation and cooperation Take part in annual membership inventory and uniform inspection, charter review meeting, and charter presentation, and annual troop budget planning Conduct Scoutmaster conferences for all rank advancements Provide a systematic recruiting plan for new members and see that they are promptly registered Delegate responsibility to other adults and groups (assistants, troop committee) so that they have a real part in troop operations Supervise troop elections Make it possible for each Scout to experience at least 10 days and nights of camping each year Participate in Council and District events Build a strong program by using proven methods presented in Scouting literature Conduct all activities under qualified leadership, safe conditions, and policies of the chartered organization and the Boy Scouts of America Assistant Scoutmaster Job Description: Each assistant Scoutmaster is assigned specific program duties. They also provide the required two-deep leadership standards set by the Boy Scouts of America. Assistant Scoutmaster reports to the Scoutmaster. Assistant Scoutmaster Duties: Will support the Scoutmaster in all his/her activities and actions Carry out assigned program duties Other duties assigned by the Scoutmaster may include any of the Scoutmaster duties Assistant Scoutmaster for First Class Emphasis (FCE) duties: Propose an FCE calendar to the Scoutmaster and Junior Leadership for Troop Program Planning Conference and approval Coordinate with Scoutmaster, Junior Leadership, and FCE Adult Leadership the FCE Skills Days, Campouts, Hikes and other outings and activities Conduct weekly scheduled FCE meetings Keep track of each Scout's advancement towards First Class Welcome FCE Scout parents and actively encourage their participation Link to post Share on other sites
Glenn 10 Posted May 22, 2003 Share Posted May 22, 2003 Try this document: http://www.usscouts.org/clipart/scoutdoc/troops/trooppositions.doc Link to post Share on other sites
evmori 11 Posted May 22, 2003 Share Posted May 22, 2003 My Troop uses the ones in the link glenn posted. We did make a few minor adjustments. Ed Mori Scoutmaster Troop 1 1 Peter 4:10 Link to post Share on other sites
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