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:
The Secretaries responsibilities are to:
- Keep informed of all Boy Scouting literature, materials, records, and forms to help
leaders function effectively. Help new Scout leaders by telling them what resources
are available.
- Ensure the Advancement Chair is keeping all troop records with Troop Master Software.
- Ensure Advancement chair keeps information on membership, leadership, attendance,
and advancement.
- Maintain an inventory of Troop property and coordinate this list with the Troop Quartermaster..
- Handle correspondence for the Troop. This may include writing letters of appreciation
and requests for reservations, or ordering supplies through the local council service
center.
- Keep notes on business conducted at Troop leaders' meetings. Record only key items
such as things needing follow-up or items for the history of the troop.
- Notify leaders of troop leaders' meetings and other activities.
- Provide Troop leaders with records and forms for meetings.