Assistant Patrol Leader

Assistant Patrol Leader

Introduction: The Assistant Patrol Leader is appointed by the Patrol Leader with the approval of the Assistant Scoutmaster. By accepting the position of Assistant Patrol Leader, 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.

Advisor: Assistant Scoutmaster

Reports to: Patrol Leader

Specific Duties:

Assume the duties of the Patrol Leader (in his absence) when called upon to do so.
Work as a team with the Patrol Leader to lead the Patrol.
Attend the PLC’s when the Patrol Leader cannot.
Set a good example.
Enthusiastically wear the Scout uniform correctly.
Live by the Scout Oath and Law.
Show Scout spirit.

Participate in a conference with your advisor midway through your tenure to discuss and evaluate your responsibilities and the performance of your duties. (Note: You can still have a conference with your advisor at any time. If you feel like having a discussion, just ask.)

Resources: As APL, there are many resources available to you to help you do your job. These include people such as your Scoutmaster, ASM’s, Troop Committee Members, and other Scouts. Other resources include teachers, religious leaders, community leaders, and fellow junior leaders. There is also literature available, some of which is in the Troop Library.



	Troop Positions Assistant Patrol Leader Introduction: The Assistant Patrol Leader is appointed by the Patrol Leader with the approval of the Assistant Scoutmaster. By accepting the position of Assistant Patrol Leader, 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. Advisor: Assistant Scoutmaster Reports to: Patrol Leader Specific Duties: Assume the duties of the Patrol Leader (in his absence) when called upon to do so. Work as a team with the Patrol Leader to lead the Patrol. Attend the PLC’s when the Patrol Leader cannot. Set a good example. Enthusiastically wear the Scout uniform correctly. Live by the Scout Oath and Law. Show Scout spirit. Participate in a conference with your advisor midway through your tenure to discuss and evaluate your responsibilities and the performance of your duties. (Note: You can still have a conference with your advisor at any time. If you feel like having a discussion, just ask.) Resources: As APL, there are many resources available to you to help you do your job. These include people such as your Scoutmaster, ASM’s, Troop Committee Members, and other Scouts. Other resources include teachers, religious leaders, community leaders, and fellow junior leaders. There is also literature available, some of which is in the Troop Library.