Boy Scout Troop 236 - Membership Chairman

Membership Chair

Job Description:

The Membership Chair is appointed by the Committee Chairman to help ensure a smooth transition of new Scouts into the Troop and orientation for new parents. Responsible for recruiting campaigns and for year-round recruitment, growth and retention.

Responsibilities:

Work with Cub Scout packs to make a smooth transition of Webelos Scouts from pack to troop.
Help with the crossover ceremony of new Scouts.
Promote and encourage Scouts to recruit new members.
Plan and coordinate the troop open house.
Assist in the orientation of new Scouting parents.

Qualifications:

Be a registered adult leader at least 21 years old.
Subscribe to the precepts of the Declaration of Religious Principle.
Abide by the Scout Oath or Promise and the Scout Law.
Possess the moral, educational, and emotional qualities that the Boy Scouts of America deems necessary to afford positive leadership to youth.
All volunteers are expected to complete Youth Protection training. It is available online on the Web site http://olc.scouting.org. As a volunteer, you are expected to complete the training within 90 days of assuming a leadership position.