Order of the Arrow Troop Representative

Appointed by:  Assistant Senior Patrol Leader and Scoutmaster

RESPONSIBLE TO: Assistant senior patrol leader

INTRODUCTION

When you accepted the position of Order of the Arrow troop/team representative, you agreed to provide service and leadership in our troop/team. This responsibility should be fun and rewarding. This position description tells some of the things you are expected to do while serving as a junior leader. You should make notes on this sheet as you participate in the “Introduction to Leadership” session with your Scoutmaster or assistant Scoutmaster.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

∙         Serve as a communication link between the lodge or chapter and the troop.

∙         Encourage year-round and resident camping in the troop.

∙         Encourage older-Scout participation in high-adventure programs.

∙         Encourage Scouts to actively participate in community service projects.

∙         Assist with leadership skills training in the troop/team.

∙         Encourage Arrowmen to assume leadership positions in the troop/team.

∙         Encourage Arrowmen in the troop/team to be active participants in lodge and/or chapter activities and to seal their membership in the Order by becoming Brotherhood members.

∙         Set a good example.

∙         Wear the Scout uniform correctly.

∙         Live by the Scout Oath, Scout Law, and OA Obligation.

∙         Show and help develop Scout spirit.