Qualifications:
Is at least 21 years old, and agrees to abide by the Scout Oath and the Scout Law.
Possesses the moral, educational, and emotional qualities that the Boy Scouts of
America deems necessary to afford positive leadership to youth. Is a member of the
chartered organization other than the unit leader or assistant unit leader. Is appointed
by the chartered organization to serve as its official Scouting representative and
is registered as an adult leader of the BSA.
Responsibilities:
- Have a working knowledge of the Boy Scout advancement plans.
- Help plan and conduct induction and advancement recognition ceremonies.
- Train parents, guardians, and troop committee members in ways to stimulate Boy Scout
advancement.
- Assist Pack Committee Chairman and Cub Master for Webelos graduation ceremonies.
- Store all advancement information in Troop Master Software and present it to Scoutmaster
for review.
- Register all advancement with council and ensure the correct information has been
recorded by Council.
- Promote Boys' Life magazine as an aid to advancement.
- Arrange Courts of Honor
- Promote the wearing and proper use of uniform and insignia.
- Work with the Troop Librarian to build and maintain a troop library of merit badge
pamphlets.