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Assistant Cub Scout Den Leader
 

Assistant Cub Scout Den Leader Image 
 

Each den should have at least one assistant den leader, and more if needed.

Qualifications:
Be a U.S. citizen* at least 18 years of age, of good moral character and able to perform the duties assigned by the den leader. Should be able to fill in for the den leader in case of emergency. Recommended by the Cubmaster after consultation with the den leader and parents of the Cub Scouts involved, and approved by the pack committee and chartered organization. Registered as an adult leader of the BSA.

Responsibilities:
The assistant Cub Scout den leader's responsibilities are to:

  • Assist the den leader as needed.
  • Carry out the duties assigned by the den leader.
  • Be ready to fill in for the den leader in case of emergency.
  • Help establish a close working relationship with the den leader and den chief, functioning as a den leadership team.
  • Complete Den Leader Fast Start Training and Cub Scout Leader Basic Training. Attend monthly roundtables.
  • Attend pack meetings and assist as needed.
  • Take part in the annual pack program planning conference and pack leaders' meetings (or den leader-den leader coach meetings).
  • Work in harmony with other den and pack leaders.
  • Support the policies of the Boy Scouts of America.

The assistant Cub Scout den leader shares the work of the Cub Scout den leader and may be called upon to serve as a parent contact or record keeper, or to handle other details of den operation.