Troop Guide

Introduction: The Troop Guide works with new Scouts. He helps them feel comfortable and earn their First Class rank in their first year. 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.

Advisor: Assistant Scoutmaster for the new Scout Patrol in the Troop.

Reports to: Assistant Senior Patrol Leader

Specific Duties:

• Introduces new Scouts to Troop operations.
• Guides new Scouts through early Scouting activities.
• Shields new Scouts from harassment by older Scouts.
• Helps new Scouts earn First Class rank in their first year.
• Teaches basic Scout skills.
• Attends campout and works with new Scout Patrol when needed.
• Coaches the Patrol Leader of the new Scout Patrol on his duties.
• Works with the Patrol Leader at Patrol Leaders' Council meetings.
• Attends Patrol Leaders' Council meetings with the Patrol Leader of the new Scout Patrol.
• Assists the Assistant Scoutmaster with training.
• Counsels individual Scouts on Scouting challenges.
• Sets a good example.
• Enthusiastically wears the Scout uniform correctly.
• Lives by the Scout Oath and Law.
• Shows 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 Troop Guide, 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.