ELECTED SCOUT LEADERSHIP POSITIONS - 6 month terms

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1 ELECTED SCOUT LEADERSHIP POSITIONS - s Senior Patrol Leader (SPL) The Senior Patrol Leader is elected by the Scouts to represent them as the top junior leader in the troop, leading the troop. The SPL is responsible for setting the vision and objectives for the troop, in conjunction with the Scoutmaster, and for carrying them out the best he can. He provides direction and guidance to the other elected and appointed positions of leadership, directly supervising the Patrol Leaders. The SPL ensures that the Scouts of Troop 16 are provided opportunities to lead at their level, advance in rank as rapidly as possible, contribute to the community, receive fair treatment, and are rewarded for their efforts. Reports to: Scoutmaster 6 month term Prerequisites: At least Star Scout, minimum 2 years in Boy Scouting, served 1 term as Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, Troop Guide or was previously the Senior Patrol Leader. SPL must commit to troop meetings, campouts, camp, and continual phone follow-up on non-scout nights and weekends. Senior Patrol Leader duties: Scout Oath and Law. Shows Scout spirit. Presides at all troop meetings, events (e.g., Courts of Honor), outdoor programs (e.g. campouts) and activities. Attends at least 80% of Troop Meetings and activities during his tenure unless excused by the Scoutmaster. Chairs the Patrol Leaders' Council (PLC). Attends at least 80% of the PLC meetings occurring during his tenure. Is responsible for finding a suitable replacement (usually an ASPL) in advance (and communicating that to the Scoutmaster) when he cannot be in attendance for any Scouting activity he has responsibility at, and for notifying the Scoutmaster if an emergency arises. Oversees activities of the Troop, ensuring that those activities get completed in a timely and appropriate manner. Is willing to work closely with and be mentored by the Scoutmaster, willingly accepting training, encouragement, counsel and critique. He will meet with the Scoutmaster regularly, at least monthly, with phone contact and communication in between. Appoints other junior leaders with the advice and consent of the Scoutmaster, and encourages them throughout their term. Attends the troop Junior Leader Training and any additional training that is offered. Delegates tasks and oversees the Assistant Senior Patrol Leaders (ASPLs), Patrol Leaders (PLs) and appointed positions. Communicates to adult leaders and Scouts in an appropriate and timely manner, whether in person, by phone or . Works with the PLs in overcoming challenges, trying to work out the issues before getting the Scoutmaster involved. Oversees the planning efforts of Scouts for all Troop campouts, in conjunction with the Campout Coordinator and individual campout leader. Will do a 3 month review of all elected and appointed Youth Leaders (in conjunction with the Scoutmaster), following up with a phone or face-to-face meeting. Oversees Disciplinary Board when it is developed.

2 PATROL LEADER (PL) Each Troop 16 patrol elects one of their members to serve as Patrol Leader. The PL represents that patrol and is the guiding force in its functioning during his tenure in the position. The PL will, to the best of his ability, provide opportunities for the patrol to succeed and follow the ideals of Boy Scouting. The PL helps Scouts in the patrol to advance in rank as rapidly as possible, contribute to the community, receive fair treatment, and see that they are rewarded for their efforts. Reports to: Senior Patrol Leader Prerequisites: Minimum First Class Scout with at least 6 months in Boy Scouts (except for New Scout Patrol Leaders, which have no prerequisites, but will have Troop Guides to work with them). Must commit to Troop Meetings, PLC Meetings, Campouts, Summer Camp and phone calling or activities with patrol members on non-scout nights and weekends. Patrol Leader duties: Sets the example. Wears the Scout uniform correctly. Lives by the Scout Oath and Law. Shows Scout spirit. Oversees activities or duties of the patrol, ensuring that those activities and duties get completed in a timely and appropriate manner. Prepares the patrol to take part in all troop activities. Plans and leads patrol meetings and activities in which the patrol participates, such as campouts. Represents the patrol at ALL Patrol Leaders' Council (PLC) meetings. Attends at least 80% of Troop Meetings and other troop activities during tenure as Patrol Leader, unless excused by the SPL in advance. Is responsible for finding a suitable replacement (usually the Assistant Patrol Leader) in advance (and communicating this appropriately to the Patrol and adult leaders) when he cannot be in attendance, and for notifying the SPL if an emergency arises. Is willing to work closely with Adult Leaders for guidance, willingly accepting training, encouragement, counsel and critique. Attends the troop Junior Leader Training, and additional trainings if offered. Keeps patrol members informed using every form of communication needed, including phone calling and . This communication should be timely and appropriate. Handles all challenges and personality issues within the Patrol, conferring with the SPL for assistance and guidance, before going to the Scoutmaster or other adults. Develops patrol spirit. Takes direction from SPL and works with other troop leaders to make the troop run well. Assigns each patrol member a job and help them succeed. Even if you re on the right track, you ll get run over if you just sit there -- Will Rogers

3 APPOINTED SCOUT LEADERSHIP POSITIONS s Assistant Senior Patrol Leader (ASPL) 2 positions The 2 ASPLs are the second highest-ranking youth leaders in Troop 16. They are appointed by the Senior Patrol Leader, with the approval of the Scoutmaster. The ASPLs will fill in for the SPL in his absence, or whenever called upon. They will also be heavily involved in the planning and carrying out of troop activities, working in conjunction with the SPL. Reports to: Senior Patrol Leader Prerequisites: At least First Class Scout, minimum 2 years in Boy Scouting, served 1 term as a Patrol Leader, Assistant Patrol Leader, or was previously an ASPL or SPL. Needs to commit to Troop Meetings, PLC meetings, campouts and preparing ahead for instructing/leading roles at troop meetings or activities. Assistant Senior Patrol Leader - Programming Duties: Will be involved in planning, teaching and instruction at meetings and campouts, working with an adult, as well as other meeting duties as called upon by the Senior Patrol Leader. This will require communicating appropriately and in a timely fashion with adult leaders, and preparing for the activity in advance on non-scout nights and weekends. Takes over troop leadership in the absence of the Senior Patrol Leader. Serves as a member of the Patrol Leaders' Council (PLC). Attends at least 80% of troop and PLC meetings and official troop activities during his tenure as ASPL. Is responsible for finding a suitable replacement (the other ASPL) in advance when he cannot be in attendance for any Scouting activity he has responsibility at, and for notifying the SPL or Scoutmaster if an emergency arises. Is willing to work closely with and be guided by adult leaders, willingly accepting training, encouragement, counsel and critique. Attends Troop Junior Leader Training and other training that may be offered. Assists SPL in overseeing activities of the Troop, ensuring that those activities get completed in a timely and appropriate manner. Performs tasks assigned by the Senior Patrol Leader. Determine that the thing can and shall be done, and then we shall find the way. -- Abraham Lincoln

4 Troop Guide 2 positions available The Troop Guides will each work directly with Troop 16 s New Scout Patrols. The Troop Guides introduce new Scouts to troop operations and help them feel comfortable in the troop. Be an adviser to the New Scout Patrol Leaders. Reports to: Assistant Scoutmaster for New Scouts Prerequisites: At least First Class Scout, minimum 2 years in Boy Scouting, and must have served as a Patrol Leader. Troop Guides need to commit to PLC Meetings, campouts, Summer Camp, and they need to like working with younger Scouts. Troop Guide Duties: Helps new Scouts earn advancement requirements through First Class. Advises Patrol Leader on his duties and responsibilities at Troop Meetings and at Patrol Leaders' Council (PLC) meetings. Keeps in communication with assigned New Scout Patrol Leader. Attends Patrol Leaders Council (PLC) meetings with the New Scout Patrol Leader. Prevents harassment of new Scouts by older Scouts. Helps Assistant Scoutmaster train new Scouts, recruiting and overseeing older Scouts to serve as instructors. Guides new Scouts through early troop experiences to help them become comfortable in the troop and the outdoors. Teach basic Scout skills. Attends at least 80% of Troop and PLC meetings and campouts during his tenure as Troop Guide. Is responsible for finding a suitable replacement in advance when he has responsibilities at a meeting or event, and for notifying the SPL, Assistant Scoutmaster or Scoutmaster if an emergency arises. Attends Troop Junior Leader Training and other training if offered. Is willing to work closely with and be guided by Adult Leaders, willingly accepting training, encouragement, counsel and critique. Works with the Patrol Leader in handling challenges within the patrol, offering advice himself, then conferring with the SPL before going to the Assistant Scoutmaster or Scoutmaster. Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail. -- Ralph Waldo Emerson

5 Scribe The Troop Scribe assists in keeping troop records. He records the activities of the Patrol Leaders' Council (PLC) and keeps a record of Scout attendance at troop meetings and other activities. Reports to: SPL Prerequisites: At least First Class Scout. Scribe needs to be a good writer with access to a computer and . Needs to commit to attend PLC Meetings and Troop Meetings. Scribe Duties: Attends and keeps notes at Patrol Leaders' Council (PLC) Meetings. These should all be kept in a binder as the official PLC records (including attendance at PLC Meetings). Scribe is a non-voting attender of the PLC. s PLC Meeting minutes them to the Scoutmaster and SPL within 3 days of the meeting. They will then be sent out to PLC members and to adult leaders. Oversees Patrol Leaders recording attendance at troop meetings and functions. These records will be kept in a binder for a year and then put in the official troop records files. Attends Troop Junior Leader Training. Attends at least 80% of Troop Meetings and other troop activities during tenure as Scribe, unless excused by the SPL. Is responsible for finding a suitable replacement in advance when he cannot be in attendance and has a responsibility, and for notifying the SPL if an emergency arises. Works with the Troop Committee member responsible for records in other duties as assigned and appropriate Assistant Patrol Leader The Assistant Patrol Leader is appointed by the Patrol Leader and works directly with him. Reports to: Patrol Leader Prerequisites: none Leadership Position requirement for rank advancement: Does not qualify unless special arrangements made in advance Assistant Patrol Leader Duties: Sets the example. Wears the Scout uniform correctly. Lives by the Scout Oath and Law. Shows Scout spirit. Assists the Patrol Leader in overseeing activities or duties of the patrol, ensuring that those activities and duties get completed in a timely and appropriate manner. Helps the Patrol Leader prepare the patrol to take part in all troop activities. Helps the Patrol Leader plan and leads patrol meetings and activities in which the patrol participates, such as campouts. Takes charge of the patrol in the absence of the Patrol Leader. Attends Troop Junior Leader Training. Represents the patrol at Patrol Leaders' Council (PLC) meetings in the absence of the Patrol Leader. Is responsible for finding a suitable replacement in advance when he cannot fulfill any duties he is responsible for, for notifying the PL or SPL if an emergency arises.

6 Quartermaster The Troop Quartermaster keeps track of troop equipment and sees that it is in good working order, partnered with the Adult Quartermaster and Camping Coordinator Reports to: Camping Coordinator/Adult Quartermaster Prerequisites: At least First Class Scout and has attended 4 weekend campouts and 1 summer camp session. Needs to commit to attend campouts and Summer Camp. Quartermaster Duties: Attends 80% of weekend campouts during tenure. Inspects the patrol gear prior to loading of the trailer at camp on Sundays. Will find suitable replacement to take over duties on campouts if he cannot attend, and communicates that to the Camping Coordinator and/or the Scoutmaster. Keeps records on patrol and troop equipment. Keeps equipment in good repair. Maintains the troop storage area so it stays clean, neat and orderly Suggests new or replacement items. Librarian The Troop Librarian takes care of troop literature. Reports to: Merit Badge Committee Prerequisites: At least First Class Scout. Needs to commit to attend Admin Nights. Librarian Duties: Works with the Merit Badge Committee in checking in/out merit badge books to Scouts He will need to sit at Merit Badge table on Admin Nights and other times as required by the Merit Badge Committee. Other duties as assigned and appropriate

7 Historian The Troop Historian keeps a variety of historical records for the troop. Reports to: Communications Chairman Prerequisites: At least First Class Scout. Historian should be creative and be competent on the computer and have access to a computer with a CD burner. 6 month term Historian Duties: Keeps Troop 16 bulletin board in PUMC Narthex current with photos, newsletters & flyers This 6 months will begin putting together troop records/files Gather pictures and facts about past troop activities and keeps them in scrapbooks, wall displays or informational (historical) files. Provides digital documents and pictures to Webmaster. Takes care of troop trophies, ribbons, and souvenirs of troop activities. Partnering with Adult Publicity/Communications Chairman, keeps copies of troop digital photo files, supplying the troop members with CDs of photos as requested. Because of these responsibilities, the Historian should be creative, have extensive computer knowledge, and have access to a computer with a CD burner. Other duties as assigned and appropriate Chaplain Aide The Chaplain Aide helps to keep God a central focus of the troop Reports to: Chaplain Prerequisites: At least First Class Scout and actively participates in a local church. Needs to commit to attend campouts and Summer Camp. 6 month term Chaplain Aide Duties: Scout Oath and Law. Shows Scout spirit. Partners with the Adult Chaplain or other adult. Coordinates a minute non-denominational devotion for Sunday mornings at campouts, either presenting it himself or overseeing someone else doing it Coordinates invocations/benedictions at special events Encourages Patrols and/or Troop 16 to say grace at meals while camping or on activities Den Chief Den Chiefs work with a specific Cub Scout Den or Webelos Patrol for a Cub Scout Pack. This position may be able to be arranged with a Pack for Scouts who are at least First Class Rank and have one year Boy Scouting experience. These positions can vary in length, and may not follow the Troop election schedule. If interested in being a Den Chief, contact the Scoutmaster. Leadership Position credit for Rank Advancement will be determined by the Scoutmaster and the Pack Leader it is not automatically given.

8 Instructor Instructors are senior Scouts who can instruct younger Scouts in specialty areas, and can assist Merit Badge Counselors Reports to: SPL Prerequisites: Minimum Life Scout with 3 years Boy Scouting experience Instructor Duties: Sets a good example. Enthusiastically wears the Scout Uniform correctly. Lives by the Coordinates with SPL, Scoutmaster, Assistant Scoutmasters and Merit Badge Committee in teaching skills to Scouts or patrols within the Troop on an as needed basis Prepares well for any time he is instructing other Scouts Acts as a role model for younger Scouts OA Troop Representative An Order of the Arrow (OA) Troop Representative is a liaison between the local OA lodge or chapter and his troop. Reports to: Committee Chair Prerequisites: Order of the Arrow (OA) Member in good standing OA Troop Rep Duties: Serves as a communication link between the lodge or chapter and the troop. Encourages year round and resident camping in the troop. Encourages older Scout participation in high adventure programs. Encourages fellow OA members to assume leadership positions in the troop. Encourages fellow OA member to be active participants in the lodge Conducts OA Elections in Troop 16 Junior Assistant Scoutmaster can be more than 1 A Junior Assistant Scoutmaster functions as an ASM, except for leadership responsibilities reserved for adults age 18 or 21. Reports to: Scoutmaster Term of service: To be determined and agreed upon by the Junior Assistant Scoutmaster and the Scoutmaster Prerequisites: Minimum Eagle Scout, 4 years of Boy Scouting, and minimum 16 years of age Junior Assistant Scoutmaster Duties: Scout Oath and Law. Shows Scout spirit. Specific duties and assignments will be in coordination with the Scoutmaster