Troop Leadership Positions

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Elected by the troop for a 6-month term (highest junior leadership position).
Qualifications:
- Age: 14+
- Rank: First Class or higher
- Experience: Previously served as ASPL, PL, APL, or Junior Assistant Scoutmaster.
Requirements:
- 75% attendance at troop activities, leader meetings, and service projects.
- 3 unexcused absences may result in removal.
- Must complete Introduction to Leadership Skills for Troops (ILST) training.
Responsibilities:
- Runs all troop meetings, events, and the Patrol Leaders' Council (PLC).
- Leads the semi-annual Troop Program Planning Conference.
- Assigns duties to junior leaders with Scoutmaster's advice.
- Assists in delivering ILST training.
- Encourages all Scouts in advancement and badge earning.

Appointed by the SPL for a 6-month term.
Qualifications:
- Age: 14+
- Rank: First Class or higher
- Experience: Any Troop POR, including PL (not patrol-only roles).
Requirements:
- 75% attendance at troop activities.
- 3 unexcused absences may result in removal.
- Must complete ILST training.
Responsibilities:
- Assists the SPL in running troop meetings and activities.
- Leads the troop when the SPL is absent.
- Encourages advancement and badge earning.
- Supervises Scribe, Historian, Chaplain Aide, Librarian, Quartermaster, and Bugler.
- Oversees monthly troop activities and Instructors.

Elected by the patrol for a 6-month term.
Qualifications:
- Rank: First Class or higher
- Experience: 4 months in any Troop or Patrol POR.
Requirements:
- 75% attendance at troop and patrol activities.
- 3 unexcused absences may result in removal.
- Must complete ILST training.
Responsibilities:
- Leads patrol meetings and activities.
- Appoints APL, Patrol Quartermaster, Instructor, Cheermaster, and Scribe.
- Represents patrol at PLC meetings.
- Encourages advancement within patrol.

Appointed by the Patrol Leader for a 6-month term.
Qualifications:
- Rank: Second Class or higher
- Experience: 4 months in any Troop or Patrol POR.
Requirements:
- 75% attendance at troop activities.
- 3 unexcused absences may result in removal.
Responsibilities:
- Assists the Patrol Leader at meetings and activities.
- Steps in as Patrol Leader when necessary.
- Note: This position does not count toward Star, Life, or Eagle leadership requirements.

Selected by the Scoutmaster.
Qualifications:
- Rank: First Class or higher
- Experience: 4 months in any Troop or Patrol POR.
Requirements:
- 75% attendance at troop and patrol activities.
- 3 unexcused absences may result in removal.
- Must complete ILST training.
Responsibilities:
- Mentors new Scouts.
- Coaches patrol leaders of new-Scout patrols.
- Supports training and advancement through First Class rank.
- Attends PLC meetings with new Scout leaders.

Appointed by the SPL for a 6-month term.
Qualifications:
- Rank: First Class or higher
- Experience: 4 months as Troop POR, PL, or Patrol Scribe.
Requirements:
- 75% attendance at troop activities.
- 3 unexcused absences may result in removal.
- Must complete ILST training.
Responsibilities:
- Maintains troop records and attendance.
- Takes minutes at PLC meetings.
- Helps communicate troop information to Scouts and parents.
- Coordinates advancement records with Troop Committee.

Appointed by the SPL for a 6-month term.
Qualifications:
- Rank: First Class or higher
- Experience: Quartermaster, Patrol Quartermaster, PL, ASPL, SPL, or APL.
Requirements:
- 75% attendance at troop activities.
- 3 unexcused absences may result in removal.
- Must complete ILST training.
Responsibilities:
- Manages troop equipment and supplies.
- Maintains equipment records.
- Oversees care and return of troop gear.
- Sets up and puts away troop flags at events.

Appointed by the SPL for a 6-month term.
Qualifications:
- Rank: First Class or higher
- Experience: Any Troop or Patrol POR.
Requirements:
- 75% attendance at troop activities.
- 3 unexcused absences may result in removal.
- Must complete ILST training.
Responsibilities:
- Collects and organizes troop photos and historical records.
- Maintains troop scrapbook or digital archive.
- Manages troop trophies, ribbons, and awards displays.

Appointed by the SPL for a 6-month term.
Qualifications:
- Must have a device (phone, tablet, or laptop) to track library inventory.
- Rank: First Class or higher
- Experience: 4 months in any Troop or Patrol POR.
Requirements:
- 75% attendance at troop activities.
- 3 unexcused absences may result in removal.
- Must complete ILST training.
Responsibilities:
- Maintains troop library of books and pamphlets.
- Tracks check-outs and returns.
- Recommends new resources for the troop library.

Qualifications:
- Must be 13 years or older.
- Rank: First Class or higher
- Experience: 4 months in any Troop or Patrol POR.
Requirements:
- 75% attendance at troop activities.
- 3 unexcused absences may result in removal.
- Must complete ILST training.
Responsibilities:
- Promotes reverence throughout troop activities.
- Assists with religious services at outings and events.
- Encourages Scouts to earn religious emblems.

Appointed by the SPL for a 6-month term.
Qualifications:
- Rank: First Class or higher
- Experience: 4 months in any Troop or Patrol POR.
Requirements:
- 75% attendance at troop activities.
- 3 unexcused absences may result in removal.
- Must complete ILST training.
Responsibilities:
- Teaches Scouting skills to individuals and patrols.
- Assists in running troop training sessions.
- Provides coaching and support to younger Scouts.

Appointed by the SPL for a 6-month term.
Qualifications:
- Familiarity with technology preferred.
- Rank: First Class or higher recommended.
Requirements:
- 75% attendance at troop activities.
- 3 unexcused absences may result in removal.
Responsibilities:
- Maintains troop website and/or social media.
- Posts updates, news, and event information.
- Keeps the website safe and appropriate.

Appointed by the SPL for a 6-month term.
Qualifications:
- Must be a current OA member in good standing.
Requirements:
- 75% attendance at troop activities.
- 3 unexcused absences may result in removal.
Responsibilities:
- Acts as a liaison between the OA lodge/chapter and troop.
- Promotes OA events and membership.
- Encourages camping and service projects.

Appointed by the SPL for a 6-month term.
Qualifications:
- Rank: First Class or higher recommended.
Requirements:
- 75% attendance at troop activities.
- 3 unexcused absences may result in removal.
Responsibilities:
- Promotes Leave No Trace, Tread Lightly, and outdoor ethics.
- Teaches Scouts how to minimize impact on the environment.
- Leads outdoor ethics discussions and activities.

Appointed by the Scoutmaster.
Qualifications:
- Age: 16–18 years old.
- Rank: Eagle Scout preferred (but not required).
Requirements:
- 75% attendance at troop activities.
- 3 unexcused absences may result in removal.
Responsibilities:
- Assists the Scoutmaster in leading the troop.
- Acts as a mentor for younger Scouts.
- May focus on specific programs like training or high adventure.

Appointed by the SPL for a 6-month term.
Qualifications:
- Must be able to whistle clearly and carry a tune.
Requirements:
- 75% attendance at troop activities.
- 3 unexcused absences may result in removal.
Responsibilities:
- Whistles calls during ceremonies, wake-ups, assemblies, and lights-out.
- Adds tradition and energy to troop events.