Maintain good relationships with parents and guardians. Seek their support and include them in activities. See that Cub Scouts receive a quality, year-round program filled with fun and activities that qualify the dens and pack for the National Summertime Pack Award. See that the responsibilities specified for the assistant Cubmaster are carried out. Help the pack committee chair conduct the annual pack program planning conference and the monthly pack leaders’ meetings. Work as a team with the pack committee chair to cultivate, educate, and motivate all pack leaders and parents or guardians in Cub Scouting. Take part in the charter review meeting and annual charter presentation ceremony. Request den chiefs for all Cub Scout dens and, after selection, see that they are trained. Recognize the den chiefs at pack meetings. Conduct impressive advancement, recognition, and graduation ceremonies. For Webelos ceremonies, involve Scoutmasters and other troop leaders. Meet with the unit commissioner, Webelos den leader, and Scoutmaster to establish plans for the Webelos Scouts’ transition to a troop. Encourage high advancement standards from all Cub Scouts. Help bring families together at joint activities for Webelos dens (or packs) and troops. Support the policies of the BSA.

Responsibilities

Everything that the Cubmaster does is aimed at helping the individual Cub Scout. Qualifications: Is at least 21 years old and is registered as an adult leader of the BSA. Should be a leader who is able to communicate well with adults as well as youth. Should be able to delegate responsibilities and set a good example through behavior, attitude, and uniform. Preferably a member of the chartered organization. Responsibilities: The Cubmaster’s responsibilities are to: Complete Cubmaster position-specific training. Attend monthly roundtables. Plan and help carry out the Cub Scout program in the pack according to the policies of the BSA. This includes leading the monthly pack meeting, with the help of other leaders. With the pack committee, develop and execute a year-round recruitment plan for recruiting new children into Cub Scouting. Know about and use the appropriate and available literature. See that the pack program, leaders, and Cub Scouts positively reflect the interests and objectives of the chartered organization and the BSA. Work with the pack committee on program ideas, selecting and recruiting adult leaders, and establishing a budget plan. Guide and support den leaders. See that they receive the required training for their positions. Help organize and encourage graduation into a troop by establishing and maintaining good relationships with one or more local troops.

Advancement

The Cubmaster has these responsibilities related to advancement.

Provide a quality year-round program full of action and fun that appeals to the Cub Scouts and their families. See that den and pack activities are planned so that completing required and elective adventures for all levels is a natural outcome. Guide den leaders in the use of the den leader guide to help organize and deliver each meeting’s program for each level of programming. Work with den leaders to coordinate den activities at pack meetings that support the use of the Cub Scout adventure program materials. Provide advancement reinforcement at the pack meeting, such as colorful and exciting induction, advancement, and graduation ceremonies. Encourage displays of den advancement charts and den doodles at pack meetings. Ensure that Cub Scouts who have earned awards receive them at the next pack meeting. Don’t let them get discouraged by having to wait for recognition. Make sure that den leaders are trained and know how to use the advancement program effectively. See that advancement standards are maintained. Every Cub Scout should do their best to complete the requirements as presented in the program. Coordinate with the pack committee to ensure that accurate advancement records are kept.

Resources

New Cubmaster Guide