Volunteer
The pack is completely volunteer run. We ask each family to take on one role to help the pack go. The committee will support you in your position. You WILL NOT be left alone to struggle through an event. We have a very supportive network of leaders and parents that are willing to assist when asked! Each year we lose some of our experienced leadership as the Arrow of Light Scouts graduate into Scouts BSA. Often times, very committed parents and leaders leave as well. We would like to keep our pack a strong and great place to be a Cub Scout, but we can't do it without our dedicated parents. Let’s continue the legacy that other parents have left for us through the past 40+ years. With approximately 29 "jobs" each year and 15-20 families, stepping up for a single activity makes a HUGE difference and sets a positive example for our scouts.
Following is a list of all the positions available in the pack. A red title indicates a high need for someone to fill that role. A yellow title means it is being covered for the time being, but a new person is needed to take it on going forward. A green title shows a filled position, but don't hesitate to ask if it's the job you'd like to take on!
Registered Leadership Positions
These positions are registered positions and require adults to submit a BSA Adult Leader application.
Committee Chair - Oversees chartering and running of the pack, ensuring that the pack and dens are providing a quality program. The Committee Chair is responsible for the leaders of the pack.
Committee Member - Work with the Committee Chair and pack leadership to ensure that the pack provides the scouting program designed by the BSA.
Treasurer - Work with the pack committee to maintain the pack finances.
Cubmaster - Works with Committee to ensure the pack is providing the scouting program designed by the BSA. The Cubmaster´s focus is on running the program for the scouts. Complete all required training within 2 months of accepting the position, and keep training updated as required by BSA. Work with Assistant Cubmaster(s) to plan and run monthly pack meetings. Attend monthly committee meetings and work with pack committee to help plan the annual program.
Assistant Cubmaster - Work with Cubmaster to plan and run monthly pack meetings. Assistant Cubmasters are encouraged to attend committee meetings each month.
Lion Cub Coordinator -Coordinate Lion Cub registration with the membership chair. Plan and conduct first den meeting and Grand Adventure in October to show parents how to run the program.
Den Leader (Tiger, Wolf, Bear) - Plan and conduct den meetings and outings as appropriate to each rank and outlined by the program guide designed by Boy Scouts of America.
Webelos Den Leader - Plan and conduct den meetings and outings as appropriate. Webelos leader is also responsible for coordinating Webelos Transition to Scouts BSA.
Committee Positions
These positions are not registered positions, but require a slightly longer time commitment than an event coordinator position. Some of these positions are year-long while others may only require a 2-3 month commitment.
Membership - Be welcoming to visiting and new scout families at each pack meeting and assist with registration process. Follow up with families who sign up for more information. This is a year-round position but busiest in the fall.
Recruiting – Keep recruiting materials up to date, delegate/ lead the planning and execution of recruiting events.
Pack Trainer - Maintain training records for pack leadership to ensure all leaders are fully trained within two months of accepting or changing positions.
Awards Coordinator - Maintain scout awards records. Purchase awards and make them available at pack meetings.
Community Service Coordinator- Work with the pack committee to organize community service events such as the annual Scouting for Food event in April.
Summer Activities Coordinator- Work with the pack committee to organize the pack summer activities.
Camping Chair - Work with the Cubmaster and pack committee to organize pack campouts and to select camp dates, and communicate council camping opportunities to committee, youth, and parents. Monitor group signups on the council website.
Webmaster - Maintain the pack website to ensure information is accurate and up to date.
Social Media Coordinator – Take pictures and post them on our Facebook pages.
Event Coordinators -
These are one- time events that need a volunteer to coordinate. These events are typically less time consuming and a great way to serve the pack on a short-term basis. Most of these positions require less than a two month commitment.
Fall/Winter Family Fun Day - Work with the committee to select a date for the event. This event is held in October or November, and is in addition to the pack meeting.
Pinewood Derby -Work with the committee to announce race information, current council rules, and any car workshops that will be held by the district to the pack. Coordinate location and race day activities, load/maintain derby software, track race progress, etc. Lead the team of people who make the event happen.
Blue and Gold Banquet Coordinator - Work with the committee to plan location, menu, entertainment, and othe raspects o the event. Coordinate volunteers to set-up, serve meals, and clean-up the space.
Fall Popcorn "Kernal" - The fall popcorn sale is our only fall fundraiser. Present the popcorn sale information to the pack and distribute order forms. Place product orders and arrange for pickup as needed for the sales.
Wreath Sale Coordinator – Run the sale of wreaths and other greenery in the fall.
Spring Fundraising Coordinator – Spring fundraisers depend on how well we’ve sold in the fall and where our finances stand. Our usual is a von Hanson’s brat booth in May.
Rank Advancement - Work with the pack committee to secure a location for rank graduation. Coordinate volunteers to set-up; serve food and/or cake, and clean-up space following the event.
Following is a list of all the positions available in the pack. A red title indicates a high need for someone to fill that role. A yellow title means it is being covered for the time being, but a new person is needed to take it on going forward. A green title shows a filled position, but don't hesitate to ask if it's the job you'd like to take on!
Registered Leadership Positions
These positions are registered positions and require adults to submit a BSA Adult Leader application.
Committee Chair - Oversees chartering and running of the pack, ensuring that the pack and dens are providing a quality program. The Committee Chair is responsible for the leaders of the pack.
Committee Member - Work with the Committee Chair and pack leadership to ensure that the pack provides the scouting program designed by the BSA.
Treasurer - Work with the pack committee to maintain the pack finances.
Cubmaster - Works with Committee to ensure the pack is providing the scouting program designed by the BSA. The Cubmaster´s focus is on running the program for the scouts. Complete all required training within 2 months of accepting the position, and keep training updated as required by BSA. Work with Assistant Cubmaster(s) to plan and run monthly pack meetings. Attend monthly committee meetings and work with pack committee to help plan the annual program.
Assistant Cubmaster - Work with Cubmaster to plan and run monthly pack meetings. Assistant Cubmasters are encouraged to attend committee meetings each month.
Lion Cub Coordinator -Coordinate Lion Cub registration with the membership chair. Plan and conduct first den meeting and Grand Adventure in October to show parents how to run the program.
Den Leader (Tiger, Wolf, Bear) - Plan and conduct den meetings and outings as appropriate to each rank and outlined by the program guide designed by Boy Scouts of America.
Webelos Den Leader - Plan and conduct den meetings and outings as appropriate. Webelos leader is also responsible for coordinating Webelos Transition to Scouts BSA.
Committee Positions
These positions are not registered positions, but require a slightly longer time commitment than an event coordinator position. Some of these positions are year-long while others may only require a 2-3 month commitment.
Membership - Be welcoming to visiting and new scout families at each pack meeting and assist with registration process. Follow up with families who sign up for more information. This is a year-round position but busiest in the fall.
Recruiting – Keep recruiting materials up to date, delegate/ lead the planning and execution of recruiting events.
Pack Trainer - Maintain training records for pack leadership to ensure all leaders are fully trained within two months of accepting or changing positions.
Awards Coordinator - Maintain scout awards records. Purchase awards and make them available at pack meetings.
Community Service Coordinator- Work with the pack committee to organize community service events such as the annual Scouting for Food event in April.
Summer Activities Coordinator- Work with the pack committee to organize the pack summer activities.
Camping Chair - Work with the Cubmaster and pack committee to organize pack campouts and to select camp dates, and communicate council camping opportunities to committee, youth, and parents. Monitor group signups on the council website.
Webmaster - Maintain the pack website to ensure information is accurate and up to date.
Social Media Coordinator – Take pictures and post them on our Facebook pages.
Event Coordinators -
These are one- time events that need a volunteer to coordinate. These events are typically less time consuming and a great way to serve the pack on a short-term basis. Most of these positions require less than a two month commitment.
Fall/Winter Family Fun Day - Work with the committee to select a date for the event. This event is held in October or November, and is in addition to the pack meeting.
Pinewood Derby -Work with the committee to announce race information, current council rules, and any car workshops that will be held by the district to the pack. Coordinate location and race day activities, load/maintain derby software, track race progress, etc. Lead the team of people who make the event happen.
Blue and Gold Banquet Coordinator - Work with the committee to plan location, menu, entertainment, and othe raspects o the event. Coordinate volunteers to set-up, serve meals, and clean-up the space.
Fall Popcorn "Kernal" - The fall popcorn sale is our only fall fundraiser. Present the popcorn sale information to the pack and distribute order forms. Place product orders and arrange for pickup as needed for the sales.
Wreath Sale Coordinator – Run the sale of wreaths and other greenery in the fall.
Spring Fundraising Coordinator – Spring fundraisers depend on how well we’ve sold in the fall and where our finances stand. Our usual is a von Hanson’s brat booth in May.
Rank Advancement - Work with the pack committee to secure a location for rank graduation. Coordinate volunteers to set-up; serve food and/or cake, and clean-up space following the event.