Cubmaster

Cubmaster is the public face of the Pack. This person must be able to communicate and relate to the scouts and families. This person should be able to delegate responsibilities and set a good example through behavior, attitude, and uniform.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan and lead the Cub Scout Program in the pack according to the policies of the BSA.
• Assist with recruiting and recharter, collecting contact information and medical forms for the Committee.
• Plan and lead monthly pack meetings.
  • Recognize Scout and Leader Advancements
  • Lead Rank Ceremonies
• Master of Ceremonies for all derbies and Blue and Gold Banquet.
• Recruit Den Leaders and Assistant Cubmasters.
  • Ensure all leaders are on Leaders mailing list(s).
• Guide and support Den Leaders. Work with Training Coordinator to ensure all leaders are trained in their perspective roles.
• Work with Troop Den Chief Coordinator to place Den Chiefs in appropriate dens.
• Work with Assistant Cubmasters and share the work load.
• Work as a team with Committee Chair on the follow duties.
  • Ensure the pack has a quality year round program filled with fun and activities that qualify dens and the pack for the National Summertime Award.
  • Provide guidance to Webelos Den Leaders on bridging our scouts to a Boy Scout Troop. Help make sure it is a smooth transition.
  • Maintain good relations with parents and guardians. Seek their input and support for activities. Recruit parents and guardians to serve in a variety of volunteer positions. See volunteer position document for more details
  • Work together to develop and execute year around recruiting for all den ranks.
  • Conduct annual planning meetings in the summer which includes both Den Leaders and Committee Members. There are 2 planning sessions, one in June and one in July. The June session is a review of the past year and begins working on the upcoming year. The July meeting finalizes the upcoming year plan on a pack level. The Den Leaders begin planning for the upcoming year of activities for their respective dens.
• Assist in maintaining and publishing:
  • Pack Calendar
  • Sign-ups for volunteer events, e.g. Sign-up Genius
  • Pack web site articles
• Attend monthly Pack Leaders meeting and District Roundtable.