Assistant Den Leader
Role Summary
The Assistant Den Leader supports the den leader in all aspects of running the den and can lead den meetings when the den leader is absent. Every den should have an assistant den leader to ensure continuity and two-deep leadership at all meetings and activities.
Reports To
| Relationship | Role |
|---|---|
| Reports to | Den Leader |
| Works with | Den Chief, Cubmaster, Assistant Cubmaster (Den Support) |
Core Responsibilities
- Assist the den leader in planning and conducting den meetings
- Step in to lead den meetings when the den leader is unavailable
- Help maintain two-deep leadership at all den activities
- Support advancement tracking and help Scouts complete requirements
- Help manage den communications with families
- Attend pack meetings with the den
- Participate in the annual program planning conference
- Help with den logistics: meeting space setup, supplies, snacks
Requirements
- Age: 18 years or older (21+ if the pack’s only assistant den leader)
- Registration: Registered as an adult leader of BSA; current with YPT
- Required Training:
- Youth Protection Training (YPT) — renew every 2 years
- Den Leader Position-Specific Training (CS19) — online at my.Scouting.org
- Access: Scoutbook access as Assistant Den Leader for the den
Current Holders
Each den should have an Assistant Den Leader. See the org chart in the roles README for current assignments (all currently vacant).