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Chartered Organization Representative
 

Chartered Organization Representative 
 

Qualifications:
Be a U.S. citizen* at least 21 years of age, and a member of the chartered organization other than the unit leader or assistant unit leader. Be appointed by the chartered organization to serve as its official Scouting representative, and be registered as an adult leader of the BSA.

Responsibilities: The chartered organization representative's responsibilities are to:

  • Help recruit the right leadership for the unit.
  • Encourage unit leaders and committee members to take training.
  • Promote well-planned unit programs.
  • Serve as a liaison between the units and the organization.
  • Organize enough units.
  • Promote the recruiting of new members.
  • See that boys graduate from unit to unit.
  • Assist with the re-chartering.
  • Suggest Good Turns for the organization.
  • Encourage the unit committee to hold meetings.
  • Cultivate organization leaders.
  • Encourage outdoor program activities.
  • Emphasize advancement and recognition.
  • Bring district help and promote the use of district personnel and materials.
  • Use approved unit finance policies.
  • Encourage recognition of leaders.
  • Cultivate resources to support the organization.
  • Represent the organization at the council level.

The chartered organization representative is the direct contact between the pack and the chartered organization. This individual is also the organization's contact with the district committee and the local council. The chartered organization representative may become a member of the district committee and is a voting member of the council. If the chartered organization has more than one unit, one representative serves them all.

* Citizenship requirement: Individuals serving in any official relationship with the Boy Scouts of America shall subscribe to the statement of religious principles, page 1 1-4, and the Scout Oath and Law. They either shall be citizens of the United States or satisfy one of the approved alternates (pursuant to article VIII, section 2, of the Rules and Regulations of the Boy Scouts of America).