The Troop Librarian
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Introduction: By accepting the Position of Troop Librarian, you agree to provide service and Leadership to your Troop. The responsibility should be fun and rewarding. This job description outlines some of the things you are expected to do while serving in this Leadership role.
| Appointed by: | Senior Patrol Leader |
| Advisor: | Assistant Scoutmaster |
| Reports to: | Assistant Senior Patrol Leader |
Specific Duties:
- Maintain a check-out/check-in system for all Troop literature
- Follow up on late returns
- Add new or replacement items as needed
- Collect Programs and scripts from Troop and Eagle Courts of Honor for reference material
- Keep the inventory of the Troop Library contents up to date
- Set a good example
- Enthusiastically wear the Scout Uniform correctly
- Live by the Scout Oath and Law
- Show Scout spirit
- Perform any additional duties as assigned by your Advisor
Resources: As Troop Librarian, there are many resources available to you to help you do your job. These include people such as your Scoutmaster, Assistant Scoutmaster’s, Troop Committee Members, other Scouts, and fellow Junior Leaders. There is also literature available, some of which is in the Troop Library.
Reviews: You should participate in a Conference with your Advisor midway through your tenure to discuss and evaluate your responsibilities and the performance of your duties. You may also schedule a Conference with your Advisor at any time. Just ask.
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