PACK LEADERSHIP ROLES AND RESPONSABILITIES
In a perfect world we would have enough adult volunteers to fill all positions to make the program the best it could be. Reality is, often a few people get stuck doing many of the leadership tasks and the quality of the program diminishes. This causes some to lose trust in leaderships ability to deliver a quality program and membership begins to diminish.
Our goal is to publish those open positions and recruit parents to take part in supporting leadership to deliver the best quality program possible with the talent available. Please take some time to review the open positions below and let someone know you would like to be a leader. Positions are not forever and always changing so next year you could be Cubmaster.
You do not have to be a registered leader to help!
We encourage parents to please be active in den meetings and let us know when you can help with activities and events.
Once you learn more and would are interested to become a registered leader please let us know.
Steps to Become a Registered Adult Leader
Youth Protection Training. 1: Go to https://my.scouting.org/ 2: login 3: Click the badge on the right side "Begins With Youth Protection"
Complete an adult application - Can be done online or ask for a paper application
Background Check - This is part of the application process
Approval - Our Charter Org Rep must approve all leadership positions.
Training - See Adult Leadership Training doc in your pack G-Drive folder
Open Leadership Positions
Assistant Cub Master
Pack Treasurer & Assistant Treasurer
Pack Training Chair
Recruiting Chair
Events Chair
Quartermaster - Pack Storage
Membership Chair & Assistant
Please take some time to review open positions & descriptions below to see where you can fill in.
Volunteer Opportunities
This list of tasks that do not require a full time position or to be a registered Adult Leader
Pinewood Derby Food
Pinewood Derby Marketing and Social Media
Pinewood Derby Track Tech and Maintenance
Pinewood Derby Awards and Judging
Take Pictures at Events
Rocket Day Organizer
Campout Games Organizer
Campout Food Organizer
Blue and Gold Organizer
Blue and Gold Food Organizer
Push Mobil Coordinator
Summer Events Coordinator
Registered Leadership Position Descriptions
CHARTER ORGANIZATION REPRESENTATIVE
(COR)
Position Description
The COR is appointed by the Charter Organization to be the primary point of communication between them and the Pack making sure that the chartered organization is aware of what the Pack is doing.
The COR is automatically a voting member and approves all pack leadership proposed by the Committee Chair.
The COR must be an adult U.S. citizen and be a registered member of the BSA during the period of time that the chartered organization designates this person as chartered organization representative.
The COR coordinates activities and service projects between the chartered organization and the Pack.
The COR should communicate to the pack committee Chair any policies or procedures that the charter organization has related to their tax-exempt status.
CUBMASTER
Program
Position Description
Plans and conducts the monthly pack meetings.
Promotes family participation in all pack events.
Solicits input from and works with Assistant Cubmaster(s) to plan upcoming pack meetings.
Sets a positive example for the scouts and leaders in actions and speech.
Is a coach and advisor to the Den Leaders and Assistant Den Leaders.
Identify & recruit parents to be Den Leaders and Assistant Den Leaders.
Identify & recruit parents to be Assistant Cubmasters.
Coordinates with Advancement Chair to distribute awards to scouts at pack meetings in a meaningful manner.
Coordinates the total Cub Scout program in the pack, maintaining a quality, year-round program.
Facilitates and conducts major ceremonies such as Arrow of Light award and annual crossing over.
Procures supplies for pack meetings.
Signer on the pack checking account.
If unable to attend a pack meeting, communicates and makes arrangements with Assistant Cubmaster and/or Pack Committee Chair.
Performs any other tasks, as needed.
Desired skills & requirements
Organized, detail oriented.
Enjoys having fun with the scouts, interacting with them in an age-appropriate manner.
Encourages fun atmosphere through scouting songs, skits, cheers, and games.
Ability to plan pack meetings, preferably several weeks or months in advance.
Maintains good communication and relationships with Den Leaders, Assistant Den Leaders, Assistant Cubmaster, and parents/guardians.
Ability to work with other leaders to build consensus.
Discreet; able to maintain private/sensitive information.
Regularly attends monthly pack committee meetings.
Participates in annual pack planning meeting.
Supports the policies of the BSA.
Will complete Youth Protection Training before starting in the position.
Will complete online training for "Cubmaster (CM)" within 30 days of registering.
Will complete BALOO (Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation) training as soon as possible.
Will complete Den Chief training if the pack utilizes a Den Chief from a local Boy Scout troop.
Recommended to attend Wood Badge Training
ASSISTANT CUBMASTER
Program
Position Description
Works with Cubmaster to plan upcoming pack meetings.
Promotes family participation in all pack events.
Is ready to fill in for the Cubmaster, if needed.
Sets a positive example for the scouts and leaders in actions and speech.
If unable to attend a pack meeting, communicates and makes arrangements with Cubmaster and/or Pack Committee Chair.
Performs any other tasks, as requested by the Cubmaster.
Desired skills & requirements
Realizes that an adult leader is just a Cub Scout in a larger uniform.
Enjoys having fun with the scouts, interacting with them in an age-appropriate manner.
Encourages fun atmosphere through scouting songs, skits, cheers, and games.
Ability to plan pack meetings, preferably several weeks or months in advance.
Maintains good communication and relationships with Den Leaders, Assistant Den Leaders, Cubmaster, and parents/guardians.
Regularly attends monthly pack committee meetings.
Participates in annual pack planning meeting.
Supports the policies of the BSA.
Will complete Youth Protection Training before starting in the position.
Will complete online training for "Cubmaster (CM)" within 30 days of registering.
Will complete BALOO (Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation) training as soon as possible, and before the next pack camping event.
Will complete Den Chief training if the pack utilizes a Den Chief from a local Boy Scout troop.
Recommended to attend Wood Badge Training
PACK TRAINER
Pack Committee
Position Description
Helps new den leaders become familiar with their role.
Monitors leader Youth Protection Training status, and reminds leaders to complete the training prior to expiration.
Encourages leaders to complete position-specific training in a timely manner.
Keeps up-to-date with BSA online training programs.
Keeps up-to-date on supplementary training in the region (BALOO, Wood Badge, Den Chief, etc.).
Encourages leaders to complete supplementary training (BALOO, Wood Badge, etc.).
If desired, completes additional training to be able to conduct training classes.
Desired skills & requirements
Organized, detail oriented.
Regularly attends monthly pack committee meetings.
Supports the policies of the BSA.
Will complete Youth Protection Training before starting in the position.
Will complete online training for "Pack Committee (MC)" within 30 days of registering.
DEN LEADER
Program
Position Description
Works directly with Cub Scouts and their parents/guardians to execute the Cub Scouting program in the den.
Plans and conducts the weekly den meetings.
Promotes family participation in all pack events.
Solicits input from and works with Assistant Den Leader to plan upcoming meetings, delegating responsibility as necessary.
Sets a positive example for the scouts in actions and speech.
Ensures the transition of Cub Scouts to a den of the next rank (or to a Boy Scout troop if Webelos Scouts) at the end of the year by encouraging them to earn the adventures for advancement.
Works with parents/guardians to ensure all scouts complete work for missed meetings.
Helps train the Den Chief and guide him in working with Cub Scouts. Attends Den Chief training with him. Sees that he receives recognition for his efforts at den and pack meetings.
Provides meaningful responsibilities for the Denner and Assistant Denner so that they can learn responsibility and gain satisfaction from their efforts.
Tracks scout advancement, utilizing resources provided by the pack.
Coordinates with Advancement Chair to distribute awards to scouts in a meaningful manner.
Procures supplies for den meetings.
Manages den budget for supplies.
Ensures all scouts are released to their parents/guardians at the end of the meeting before leaving.
If unable to attend a meeting, communicates and makes arrangements with Assistant Den Leader and/or Cubmaster.
Performs any other tasks, as requested by the Cubmaster.
Desired skills & requirements
Organized; detail oriented.
Realizes that a Den Leader is just a Cub Scout in a larger uniform.
Enjoys having fun with the scouts, interacting with them in an age-appropriate manner.
Encourages fun atmosphere through scouting songs, skits, cheers, and games.
Ability to plan den meetings, preferably several weeks or months in advance.
Ability to delegate tasks to Assistant Den Leader.
Maintains good communication and relationships with Assistant Den Leader, Cubmaster, and den parents/guardians.
Discreet; able to maintain private/sensitive information.
Regularly attends monthly pack committee meetings.
Participates in annual pack planning meeting.
Supports the policies of the BSA.
Will complete Youth Protection Training before starting in the position.
Will complete online training for "Den Leader Position Specific (DL)" within 30 days of registering.
Additional: Lion & Tiger Den Leader
Will ensure the 1:1 youth-to-adult ratio is maintained at all meetings.
Coordinates shared leadership among the adult partners in the den.
Additional: Webelos Den Leader
Will work with the Assistant Den Leader & Cubmaster to plan and conduct at least one den campout per year, in addition to any pack campouts.
While working toward Arrow of Light, will work with the Boy Scout Troop 3 Scoutmaster to plan and conduct at least one joint den campout with the troop, in addition to any pack campouts.
While working toward Arrow of Light, will coordinate visits to Boy Scout Troop 3 and other Boy Scout troops in the area, encouraging scouts to find a Boy Scout troop that best matches each scout’s personality.
Works with Cubmaster to plan a memorable event when scouts earn Arrow of Light.
Will complete BALOO (Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation) training as soon as possible, and before the next Webelos den camping event.
ASSISTANT DEN LEADER
Program
Position Description
Works with Den Leader to plan and conduct upcoming meetings.
Promotes family participation in all pack events.
Shares the responsibilities of the Den Leader and may be called upon to handle other details of den operation.
Sets a positive example for the scouts in actions and speech.
Ensures all scouts are released to their parents/guardians at the end of the meeting before leaving.
If unable to attend a meeting, makes arrangements with Den Leader and/or Cubmaster.
Performs any other tasks, as requested by the Den Leader.
Desired skills & requirements
Realizes that an adult leader is just a Cub Scout in a larger uniform.
Enjoys having fun with the scouts, interacting with them in an age-appropriate manner.
Encourages fun atmosphere through scouting songs, skits, cheers and games.
Ability to plan meetings, preferably several weeks or months in advance.
Maintains good communication and relationships with Den Leader, Cubmaster, and den parents/guardians.
Regularly attends monthly pack committee meetings.
Supports the policies of the BSA.
Will complete Youth Protection Training before starting in the position.
Will complete online training for "Den Leader Position Specific (DL)" within 30 days of registering.
Additional: Assistant Webelos Den Leader
Will work with the Den Leader & Cubmaster to plan and conduct at least one den campout per year, in addition to any pack campouts.
While working toward Arrow of Light, will work with the Den Leader and Boy Scout Troop 1150
Scoutmaster to plan and conduct at least one joint den campout with the troop, in addition to any pack campouts.
While working toward Arrow of Light, will work with the Den Leader to coordinate visits to Boy Scout Troop 1150 and other Boy Scout troops in the area, encouraging scouts to find a troop that best matches each scout’s personality.
Will complete BALOO (Basic Adult Leader Outdoor Orientation) training as soon as possible, and before the next Webelos den camping event.
PACK COMMITTEE
COMMITTEE CHAIR
Pack Committee
Position Description
Leads the pack committee operation by calling and presiding at pack committee meetings.
Plans for pack charter renewal.
Sets a positive example for the scouts and leaders in actions and speech.
Is an advisor to the Cubmaster.
Responsible for the administration, oversight, and support of the pack program.
Conducts the annual pack planning meeting.
Signer on the pack checking account.
Ensures pack has adequate meeting facilities.
Works with chartered organization representative to approve adult applications.
Maintains a close working relationship with the chartered organization representative to cultivate harmonious relations and maintain communications.
Works closely with the district unit commissioner.
Assumes role of Cubmaster if he/she is unable to serve in that role until a successor is recruited and registered.
Develops and maintains a strong pack-troop relationship with Boy Scout Troop leadership. Performs any other tasks, as needed.
Desired skills & requirements
Experience presiding over meetings.
Discreet; able to maintain private/sensitive information.
Ability to work with other leaders to build consensus.
Maintains good communication and relationships with all leaders and parents/guardians.
Supports the policies of the BSA.
Regularly attends monthly pack committee meetings.
Will complete Youth Protection Training before starting in the position.
Will complete online training for "Pack Committee (MC)" within 30 days of registering.
ADVANCEMENT CHAIR
Pack Committee
Position Description
Promotes the use of pack-provided online services to record and recognize advancement in the dens.
Creates advancement reports needed to order badges and insignia from the Scout Shop.
Ensures advancement is reported to BSA, utilizing their online systems.
Procures awards needed to recognize scout accomplishment.
Coordinates with Cubmaster and Den Leaders to distribute awards to scouts at meetings in a meaningful manner.
Helps build/obtain and maintain advancement equipment for use in making advancement ceremonies effective.
Works with Purchasing Coordinator, as needed.
Desired skills & requirements
Have a working knowledge of the Cub Scout advancement plan.
Organized, detail oriented.
Maintains good communication with Den Leaders and Cubmaster.
Working knowledge of computer use, the internet, and pack-provided online services.
Regularly attends monthly pack committee meetings.
Participates in annual pack planning meeting.
Supports the policies of the BSA.
Will complete Youth Protection Training before starting in the position.
Will complete online training for "Pack Committee tMC)" within 30 days of registering.
PACK TREASURER
Pack Committee
Position Description
Promotes Sound Financial Decisions
Collects payments from pack members.
Signer on the pack checking account.
Keeps up-to-date financial records.
Prepares and presents financial report to pack committee at regular pack committee meetings.
Reports to the chartered organization as often as they desire on the financial condition of the pack.
Processes and writes checks for approved payments and reimbursements.
Arranges for all pack checks to be signed by two of the following: Pack Committee Chair, Cubmaster, Secretary, or Treasurer.
Makes bank deposits.
Advises pack committee on financial matters.
Assists Pack Committee Chair and/or Cubmaster in preparing the annual budget.
Desired skills & requirements
Basic financial knowledge.
Organized, detail oriented.
Discreet; able to maintain private/sensitive information.
Basic knowledge of spreadsheets.
Regularly attends monthly pack committee meetings.
Supports the policies of the BSA.
Will complete Youth Protection Training before starting in the position.
Will complete online training for "Pack Committee (MC)" within 30 days of registering.
PACK SECRETARY
Pack Committee
Position Description
Backup Treasurer and is ready to fill in for the Treasurer, when needed.
At weekly meetings and other events, distributes attendance sheets to den leaders.
At the conclusion of weekly meetings and other events, collects the attendance sheets from den leaders and enters data in Pack database..
Remind Den Leaders to turn in receipts before month end.
Maintains pack records (annual consent forms, medical forms, recruiting forms, event permission slips, etc.)
Keeps minutes during pack committee meetings, recording key items such as decisions made, things needing follow-up, or items of future interest (summer camp attendance, number of scouts bridging to Boy Scout troops, etc.).
Desired skills & requirements
Organized, detail oriented.
Discreet; able to maintain private/sensitive information.
Regularly attends monthly pack committee meetings.
Supports the policies of the BSA.
Will complete Youth Protection Training before starting in the position.
Will complete online training for "Pack Committee (MC)" within 30 days of registering.
MEMBERSHIP CHAIR
Pack Committee
Position Description
Maintains pack membership records.
Encourages involvement and retention by new scouts and their families.
Welcomes new scouts and parents/guardians, making them feel comfortable in the pack.·
Tracks membership information for Journey to Excellence reporting.
Along with the Cubmaster and pack committee, sees that eligible youth transition to the next rank's den at the appropriate time, and that Webelos Scouts and parents/guardians have a smooth transition into a Boy Scout troop.
Along with the Cubmaster, follow up on former pack members who are now Boy Scouts and recruit them as potential Den Cheif
Plans, coordinates, and leads the annual recharter process.
Follows up on Cub Scout dropouts to help return them to full, active membership.
Desired skills & requirements
Organized, detail oriented.
Discreet; able to maintain private/sensitive information.
Basic knowledge of spreadsheets.
Regularly attends monthly pack committee meetings.
Supports the policies of the BSA.
Will complete Youth Protection Training before starting in the position.
Will complete online training for "Pack Committee tMC)" within 30 days of registering.
RECRUITING CHAIR
Pack Committee
Position Description
Works with the Cubmaster to develop and execute a year-round recruitment plan for recruiting scouts.
Sets specific dates for regular recruiting activities and makes other leaders aware of those dates.
Promotes pack to the community, inviting youth to join. Makes the people in the community know that a Cub Scout pack is available.
Is the primary contact for parents/guardians inquiring about joining the pack.
Meets with parents/guardians when they visit the pack, explaining the Cub Scout program and answering questions.
Introduces potential new scouts to the Den Leader for participation in the den during the first visit.
Makes the New Member Coordinator aware of any potential new scouts and parents/guardians after their initial visit.
Works with the Cubmaster and Den Leaders to conduct an annual recruiting drive at the end of the school year.
Works with other leaders to promote recruitment plans.
Desired skills & requirements
Organized, detail oriented.
Outgoing personality.
Able to communicate with scouts and parents/guardians in person, on the phone, or through electronic methods (email, SMS, etc.).
Regularly attends monthly pack committee meetings.
Supports the policies of the BSA.
Will complete Youth Protection Training before starting in the position.
Will complete online training for "Pack Committee (MC)" within 30 days of registering.
FUNDRAISING CHAIR
Pack Committee
Position Description
Acts as the Popcorn Kernel and oversees pack popcorn sales.
Works with Cubmaster and Pack Committee Chair to determine whether additional fundraising (other than popcorn sale) is needed.
Guides the pack in conducting council-approved pack money-earning projects.
The Kernel will attend the district popcorn training and coordinate with Pack Treasurer and other leadership to set a Pack Sales Goal based on our budget.
The Kernel will post shift availability and coordinate storefront sign ups through the pack communication app.
The Kernel should arrange for payment, pickup of product, and delivery to each Show N Sell.
The Kernal will collect any unsold inventory and store it between sales.
The Kernel is responsible for keeping track of sales and posting of progress each week.
The Kernel will provide the treasurer a final report in mid to late October including total sales and the amount of pack bucks that should be credited to each scout’s account.
Desired skills & requirements
Organized, detail oriented.
Regularly attends monthly pack committee meetings.
Supports the policies of the BSA.
Will complete Youth Protection Training before starting in the position.
Will complete online training for "Pack Committee (MC)" within 30 days of registering.
PACK EVENTS CHAIR
Pack Committee
Position Description
Keeps track of district and council events, bringing them to the attention of the Cubmaster.
Facilitates the pack's participation in outside events, such as Campouts and Picknicks
Promotes family participation in all pack events
Works with Treasurer and Administrative Secretary to track and facilitate sign-ups and payment.
Helps promote events.
Works with the Webelos Den Leader(s) to help plan, coordinate, and conduct World of Webelos campout.
Coordinates pack-provided meals during pack campouts, recruiting other adults to assist with meal preparation, as needed.
Purchases food and supplies for pack-provided meals during pack campouts.
Plans and coordinates to have an individual responsible for first aid at outdoor events.
Helps promote pack campouts, pack hikes, district day camp, Camp Wiley, and Polar Cub Camp.
Maintains an inventory of pack equipment.
Maintains pack equipment in proper working order.
Coordinates with pack committee if pack equipment needs to be repaired or replaced.
Makes recommendation to pack committee for purchase of additional pack equipment.
Coordinates with Boy Scout Troop if any equipment needs to be borrowed from them.
Submits any formal paperwork as required by Council.
Desired skills & requirements
Organized, detail oriented.
Ability to act as intermediary between Cubmaster and event organizers.
Basic financial skills for tracking payments to outside organizations.
Regularly attends monthly pack committee meetings.
Supports the policies of the BSA.
Will complete Youth Protection Training before starting in the position.
Will complete online training for "Pack Committee (MC)" within 30 days of registering.
SOCIAL MEDIA ADMIN
Pack Committee
Position Description
Act as Facebook, You Tube, and Web Administrator
Keeps pack activities visible to the public, as well as to the families of the pack.
Identifies and promotes pack service projects to the chartered organization and community.
Provides pack announcements for regular release in the official bulletins, newsletters, web sites, etc., of the chartered organization.
Works to establish relationships with local news media outlets.
Makes use of the news media in publicizing pack events involving the general public.
Ensures that any scout without a pack talent release is not included in photographs released to the public.
Updates public pack social media accounts.
Writes and submits press releases to media.
Coordinates with Photographer, as needed.
Regularly video pack events capturing the ͞5 Ws (who what when where why) for each photo.
Works with Photo & Video Chair to create material for Social Media
Ensures that any scout without a pack talent release is not included in videos released to the public.
Responsible for maintenance & upkeep of pack's online web sites.
Ensures any necessary web site fees are kept current and paid.
Ensures public-facing web sites and social media pages have a professional appearance.
Ensures that any scout without a pack talent release is not included in photographs released to the public.
Desired skills & requirements
Knowledge of social media sites.
Knowledge of video production software and sites.
Regularly attends monthly pack committee meetings.
Supports the policies of the BSA.
Will complete Youth Protection Training before starting in the position.
Will complete online training for "Pack Committee (MC)" within 30 days of registering.
PHOTO & VIDEO ADMIN
Pack Committee
Position Description
Works close with Social Media Admin to select photographs for posting on pack social media sites and submitting as part of press releases.
Regularly photographs pack events capturing the ͞5 Ws (who what when where why) for each photo.
Uploads photographs to private pack web site.
Regularly reviews photographs uploaded by parents/guardians to private pack web site.
Ensures that any scout without a pack talent release is not included in photographs released to the public.
Desired skills & requirements
Experience with photography.
Utilizes basic photo editing skills and software to best represent the scene.
Regularly attends monthly pack committee meetings.
Supports the policies of the BSA.
Will complete Youth Protection Training before starting in the position.
Will complete online training for "Pack Committee (MC)" within 30 days of registering.