Senior Patrol Leader

Elected by: Troop Members                   RESPONSIBLE TO: Scoutmaster and troop members

When you accepted the responsibility of senior patrol leader, you agreed to pro­vide service and leadership in our troop. 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.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Preside at all troop meetings, events, activities, and annual program planning
• Chair the patrol leaders’ council
• Appoint boy leaders with the advice and consent of the Scoutmaster
• Assign duties and responsibilities to other junior leaders
• Work with the Scoutmaster in training junior leaders
• Set a good example
• Wear the Scout uniform correctly
• Live by the Scout Oath and Law
• Show and help develop Scout spirit