Reports to: Assistant Scoutmaster for New Scouts and Den Leader
Description: The Den Chief works with the Cub Scouts, Webelos Scouts, and Den Leaders in the Cub Scout pack.
Comments: The Den Chief provides a knowledge of games and Scout skills that many Den Leaders lack. The Den Chief is also a recruiter for the troop. This function is important because no troop can thrive without new members and most new members will come from Cub Scouting. This position can be used for Star, Life and Eagle advancement.
SPECIFIC LEADERSHIP RESPONSIBILITIES
Knows the purposes of Cub Scouting.
Helps Cub Scouts advance through Cub Scout ranks.
Encourages Cub Scouts to join a Boy Scout troop upon graduation.
Assists with activities in the den meetings.
Is a friend to the boys in the den.
Helps out at weekly den meetings and monthly pack meetings.
Meets with adult members of the den, pack, and troop as necessary.
Sets a good example.
Enthusiastically wears the uniform correctly.
Lives by the Scout Oath and Law.
Shows Scout Spirit.
As a den chief, you're a special kind of junior leader because you're both an active member of your patrol and troop and you fill an important role in the Cub Scout pack. One of those roles is in acting and looking like a Boy Scout. Your example will go a long way toward inviting the Cub Scouts into Boy Scouting when they're old enough. Every time you do your job as a den chief, you're doing a good turn for younger boys who will look up to you and want to be like you.
Here are some ways you might be asked to help. Assist the Webelos leader as requested. Help Webelos scouts earn activity badges, the Webelos badge, and the Arrow of Light Award. Help the denner and assistant denner be leaders. Help with the Webelos overnighter. Help Webelos Scout/Boy Scout activities. Keep in touch with the Assistant Scoutmaster of the New Scout Patrol. And encourage Webelos Scouts to join the Boy Scouts when they are ready.
