The Cubmaster is the primary program leader of Pack 232. Everything the Cubmaster does is aimed at helping individual Cub Scouts have a quality, fun, year-round experience. The Cubmaster leads monthly pack meetings, supports den leaders, recruits adult leadership, and coordinates with the pack committee to plan the annual program. The Cubmaster is the face of the pack to Scouts and families.
Requirements
Age: 21 years or older
Registration: Must be a registered adult leader of BSA
Selection: Recommended by the Pack Committee, approved by the Charter Organization Representative
Required Training:
Youth Protection Training (YPT) — renew every 2 years
Cubmaster Position-Specific Training (online at my.Scouting.org)
Recommended Training: BALOO (required for any adult leading a pack campout)
Access: Full access to pack website and Facebook page; does NOT have access to the pack bank account
Core Responsibilities
Plan and lead monthly pack meetings (approximately 1 hour, all dens and families attend)
Carry out the Cub Scout program according to BSA policies, including the Guide to Safe Scouting
Support den leaders: organize and conduct den leader meetings, encourage appropriate training, recognize den chiefs
With the pack committee, develop and execute a year-round recruitment plan
Work with the committee on program ideas, adult leader selection, and budget planning
Encourage Arrow of Light Scouts to cross over to a Scouts BSA troop; maintain relationships with local troops
Attend and participate in monthly pack committee meetings
Attend monthly district Roundtable meetings
Recruit den chiefs; ensure they are trained and recognized at pack meetings
Conduct advancement, recognition, and crossover ceremonies
Maintain good relationships with parents and guardians; communicate about the pack program
Wear the Cub Scout leader uniform at all pack events
Encourage family participation and service projects
Store pack property as needed
Delegate responsibilities to the Assistant Cubmaster as appropriate
Reports To / Works With
Relationship
Role
Reports to
Committee Chair, Charter Org Rep (for program matters)
Partners with
Assistant Cubmaster, Committee Chair
Supports
Den Leaders, Assistant Den Leaders, Den Chiefs
Coordinates with
Advancement Chair, Program Chair, Membership Chair
Transition coordination
Local Scouts BSA Troop Scoutmasters (for AOL crossovers and den chiefs)