Every pack should have at least one
assistant Cubmaster. In most packs, two or three will be helpful, allowing the Cubmaster
to divide the responsibilities.
Qualifications:
Be a U.S. citizen at least 18 years of age, of good
moral character and interested in working with boys. At least one assistant Cubmaster
should be able to fill the Cubmaster's shoes in case of an emergency. Recommended by the
Cubmaster, approved by the pack committee and chartered organization, and registered as an
adult leader of the BSA.
Responsibilities:
An assistant Cubmaster's responsibilities (as
designated by the Cubmaster) are to:
- Assist the Cubmaster as needed. Be ready to fill in for
the Cubmaster, if necessary.
- Complete Cubmaster Fast Start Training and Cub Scout
Leader Basic Training. Attend monthly roundtables.
- Participate in pack meetings.
- Supervise den chiefs and see that they are trained.
- Work with neighborhood troops that supply den chiefs and
into which Cub Scouts may graduate.
- Help inform pack leaders of training opportunities and
arrange for them to attend training sessions.
- Work with the pack committee to develop and promote an
ongoing plan for recruiting new boys.
- Work with the Cubmaster and pack committee on pack
re-registration.
- Assist in pack activities such as dinners, pinewood
derbies, bike safety workshops, service projects, etc.
- Work with the pack committee on outings to see that the
pack and dens qualify for the National Summertime Pack Award.
- Participate in the annual pack program planning
conference and pack leaders' meetings.
- Promote the religious emblems programs for Cub Scouts of
all faiths.