COMMITTEE CHAIR

Primary Purpose

To lead the pack committee and thus be responsible for the administration, oversight, and support of the pack program. 

Position Description 

• Leads the pack committee operation by calling and presiding at pack committee meetings. 

• Overseeing Pack Operations including filling pack roles as best as possible and mediating issues of or between members. 

• 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 local Scout Troop(s) leadership. 

• Performs any other tasks, as needed. 

• Plans, coordinates, and assists Membership Chair the annual recharter process. 

Desired Skills & Requirements 

• Reside within the USA or a U.S. territory,  or be a U.S. citizen residing outside the USA

• Be at least 21 years of age 

• Experience presiding over meetings. 

• Reliable transportation. 

• Access to a computer with internet. 

• 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. 

Estimated hours per week, average: 4, including meeting time. Varies according to ability to recruit volunteers and delegate to established leadership.

Length of Commitment: Year-round. 1-2 years in the role plus 1 year of mentoring replacement

Leader uniform required: Yes

Current Leader: Mrs. Liz J. & Mrs Stephanie A.

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