The Troop Scribe



Introduction: By accepting the Position of Troop Scribe, 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:

  • Record the minutes of the Patrol Leaders Council Meetings
  • Maintain Troop attendance records for Troop Meetings
  • Record Scout attendance at all Troop events and give a report to the Troop Historian, Scoutmaster, and Troop Scribe Advisor
  • Write articles for Troop Newsletter and Website regarding upcoming events
  • Maintain updated list of Troop Members, including address, phone numbers and email address
  • 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 Scribe, 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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