PACK TRAINER
Primary Purpose
The goal of the Pack Trainer is to have 100 percent of the pack leadership trained in their position responsibilities. New leaders and adult family members should receive orientation within one week of joining the Pack, and leaders should receive position specific training within 30 days.
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.
Promote leader awards and track requirement completion.
Plan adult only social events and introduce Scout skills.
Encourage Leaders to attend the monthly roundtables.
Leaders understand the purposes, policies and procedures of the chartered organization and the Boy Scouts of America.
Help is available for new den leaders.
Information about the current and up to date program literature and material is passed on to den leaders.
No den is ever without a leader and assistant.
New den leaders are recruited.
Cub Scout leader recognition awards are available to the leaders.
Desired Skills & Requirements
Organized, detail oriented.
Regularly attends monthly pack committee meetings.
Available to assist/ coach new den leaders in their role.
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.
Estimated hours per week, average: 1-2, including meeting time
Length of Commitment: Year-round, 1-2 years in the role plus one year of mentoring replacement.
Leader uniform required: Yes.
Current Leader: OPEN POSITION