Scout Leadership

Green Bar Positions

(Click on patch for Position Description)

Leadership is a vital part of the Scouting program and Scouts in positions of leadership run the troop. They take care of the tasks necessary to plan for and run troop meetings, patrol meetings, and other activities. Leadership opportunities allow Scouts to learn and develop important skills needed for their futures.

Leadership positions can start very early in a scouts career at the patrol level. Once a Scout reaches First Class rank and above, the positions of responsibility become more available. Please visit the Advancement page for additional requirements for leadership positions.

Troop Organization Chart

Each Scout can nominate themselves for up to two positions each term. On elections night, the Scout will give a short speech. All positions are elected by a majority vote in the troop.

Youth Leadership Application Form

Elected Positions

Troop 435 elections are held semi-annually and are held for 6 months; May-November and November-May and count towards leadership rank requirements for Star, Life, or Eagle.

Senior Patrol Leader (SPL)
Assistant Senior Patrol Leader (ASPL)
Patrol Leader (PL) is elected by majority vote by the members of the patrol.
Scribe
Quartermaster
Webmaster
Chaplain Aide
Librarian
Historian
Bugler
OA Troop Representative

Responsibilities

Any Scout holding a leadership role should follow the duties for the position of responsibility:

set a good example
wear their Scout uniform correctly
live by the Scout Oath and Law
show and promote Scout spirit
maintain a high rate of attendance