Den Chief

Introduction: The Den Chief works with the Cub Scouts, Webelos Scouts and Den Leaders in the Cub Scout Pack. By accepting the position of Den Chief, 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: Den Leader in the Pack and the Assistant Scoutmaster for the new Scout Patrol in the Troop.

Specific Duties:

• Knows the purposes of Cub Scouting.
• Helps Cub Scouts advance through Cub Scout ranks.
• Encourages Cub Scouts to join a Boy Scout troop upon graduation.
• Assists with activities in the den meetings.
• Is a friend to the boys in the den.
• Helps out at weekly den meetings and monthly pack meetings.
• Meets with adult members of the Den, Pack and Troop as necessary.
• Sets a good example.
• Enthusiastically wears the Scout uniform correctly.
• Lives by the Scout Oath and Law.
• Shows Scout spirit.

Resources: As Troop Den Chief, 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.