The assistant senior patrol leader is the second highest youth leadership position in the troop, working closely with the senior patrol leader to help the troop move forward. The assistant senior patrol leader acts as the senior patrol leader in the absence of the senior patrol leader or when called upon, and provides leadership to other youth leaders in the troop. The assistant senior patrol leader is appointed by the senior patrol leader under the guidance of the Scoutmaster.

• 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, webmaster, chaplain aide, and OA representative

• serves as a member of the patrol leaders’ council

• sets a good example

• wears the Scout uniform correctly

• lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• shows Scout spirit

• lends a hand controlling the patrols and building patrol spirit

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Assistant Senior Patrol Leader (ASPL)

A Scout aged 16 or older with strong leadership skills may be appointed as a Junior Assistant Scoutmaster (JASM) by the Scoutmaster. JASMs assist like Assistant Scoutmasters but without adult-only responsibilities. They support and supervise youth leaders under the Scoutmaster’s guidance. At 18, they become eligible to serve as an Assistant Scoutmaster.

• performs duties as assigned by the Scoutmaster.

• sets a good example.

• wears the Scout uniform correctly

• lives by the Scout Oath and Law.

• shows Scout spirit

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Junior Assistant Scout Master (JASM)

The patrol leader is the key leader of the patrol, representing it at meetings and keeping members informed. They plan, lead, and evaluate patrol activities, ensuring participation in troop events. They maintain patrol cohesion, delegate responsibilities, and set a positive example for their patrol and the troop.

• plans and leads patrol meetings and activities

• keeps patrol members informed

• assigns each patrol member a specific duty

• represents his patrol at all patrol leaders’ council meetings and the annual program planning conference

• prepares the patrol to participate in all troop activities

• works with other troop leaders to make the troop run well

• knows the abilities of each patrol member

• sets a good example

• wears the Scout uniform correctly

• lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• shows and develops patrol spirit

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Patrol Leader

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Assistant Patrol Leader

Troop guides serve as both a leader and a mentor to the members of the new-Scout patrol. They should be an older Scout who holds at least the First Class rank and can work well with younger Scouts.

The troop guide helps the patrol leader of the new-Scout patrol lead their patrol, so they can develop into a well-functioning group, working together harmoniously and productively.

• introduces new Scouts to troop operations

• helps new Scouts towards earning the First Class rank

• teaches basic Scout skills

• coaches the patrol leader of the new-Scout patrol on their 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

• counsels individuals Scouts on Scouting challenges

• sets a good example

• wears the Scout uniform correctly

• lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• shows Scout spirit

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Troop Guide

Quartermasters serve as the troop’s supply boss. They keep an inventory of troop equipment and see that the gear is in good condition. They work with patrol quartermasters as they check out equipment and return it. At meetings of the patrol leaders’ council they report on the status of equipment in need of replacement or repair. In carrying out their responsibilities, they may have the guidance of a member of the troop committee.

• 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

• sets a good example

• wears the Scout uniform correctly

• lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• shows Scout spirit

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Quartermaster

The historian collects, assembles, and preserves troop photographs, news stories, trophies, flags, scrapbooks, awards, and other memorabilia, and makes materials available for Scouting activities, courts of honor, the media, and troop history projects.

• gathers photos and facts about 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

• sets a good example

• wears the Scout uniform correctly

• lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• shows Scout spirit

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Troop Historian

The scribe is the troop’s secretary. Though not a voting member, they attend meetings of the patrol leaders’ council and keep a record of the discussions. They cooperate with the patrol scribes to record attendance at troop meetings and to maintain troop advancement records. The troop scribe may be assisted by a member of the troop committee.

• attends and keeps a log of patrol leaders’ council meetings

• records individual Scout attendance

• records individual Scout advancement progress

• works with the troop committee member responsible for records and finance

• sets a good example

• wears the Scout uniform correctly

• lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• shows Scout spirit

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Scribe

Troop webmasters are responsible for maintaining the troop’s website. They make sure that information posted on the website is correct and up to date and that the privacy of youth and adult troop members is protected. A member of the troop committee may assist them with their work.

• works with various unit members on needed topics

• ensures the website is as youth-run as possible

• maintains the website as needed

• sets a good example

• correctly wears the Scout uniform correctly

• shows Scout spirit

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Webmaster

Outdoor ethics guides help troops practice the Outdoor Code, Leave No Trace, and Tread Lightly! principles. They assist Scouts in making ethical outdoor decisions to minimize impact and support those completing outdoor-related rank requirements.

• assures the troop adheres to the Principles of Leave No Trace, Tread Lightly, and the Outdoor Code

• sets a good example

• wears the Scout uniform correctly

• lives by the Scout Oath and Law

• shows Scout spirit

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Outdoor Ethics Guide