Positions in the Pack

Positions in the Pack

As current leaders move up and on to Scouts, new positions in the pack and committee are available. Please check with the Committee Chair to see what is open. There may just be a position that suits you! 

CUBMASTER & ASSISTANT CUBMASTER

Help plan and carry out the pack program with the help of the pack committee. Runs monthly pack meeting, and attends pack leaders’ meeting and monthly roundtable meeting. 

COMMITTEE CHAIR

The Committee Chair is appointed by the Chartered Organization to oversee the Pack Committee. They help recruit adult leaders, attends district roundtable meetings, and provides support to Den Leaders to ensure a quality program. They ensure the Pack is fulfilling its duty to the scouts and their families. 

PACK COMMITTEE

Every pack has a pack committee, which consists of the chair, secretary, treasurer, and parents. By handling administrative and support tasks, the pack committee allows the Cubmaster, den leaders, and their assistants to focus on working directly with the Cub Scouts. 

TREASURER

The Pack Treasurer manages the funds and bank account, accepts and tracks dues and payments, and produces financial reports for the Pack and Pack Committee

SECRETARY (position open)

The Pack Secretary keeps minutes for Pack Committee meetings and distributes them to the Pack Committee, sends out notices to the Pack for upcoming Pack events and Committee meetings, keeps Pack Roster up to date and takes attendance for meetings, provides required BSA forms as needed, maintains an inventory of Pack-owned equipment and takes care of other correspondence. This may include writing letters of appreciation and requests for reservations, or ordering supplies through the local council service center.

ADVANCEMENT CHAIR

Maintains each scout's advancement records. Orders and obtains all badges and insignia. Attends pack meetings and pack committee meetings. 

POPCORN KERNEL

The Popcorn Kernel organizes and oversees the Pack's annual popcorn fundraising campaign, typically from August through November. This role involves planning and promoting sales, coordinating product distribution, and ensuring scouts have the necessary materials for success. Key responsibilities include tracking sales, providing sales training, managing inventory, counting and depositing funds, and organizing storefront sales events. The Popcorn Kernel maintains accurate records of sales and funds, works with the Treasurer on fund reconciliation, and manages orders with vendors. While no uniform is required, attending Pack Leaders meetings may be necessary, and the position does not require council registration. 

OTHER COMMITTEE POSITIONS

Training Chair, Public Relations Chair, Events Chair, Membership & Registration Chair and Friends of Scouting (FoS) Chair. 

DEN LEADERS

Leads the den at den meetings and monthly pack meeting. They are encouraged to attend the monthly pack leaders’ meeting and roundtable meeting. 

DEN LEADER ASSISTANT

Works with the Den Leaders to run monthly den meetings and assists with pack events. They are encouraged to attend pack meetings, pack leader’s meetings, and roundtable meetings. The Cubmaster may perform this function in a small pack. 

PARENT HELPERS

Each year the pack will undertake several short-term projects. Parents and other volunteers are needed for activities such as pack fundraisers, Scouting for Food, Service Projects, Pinewood Derby, Blue and Gold Banquet, Summer Camp help and Camping programs. These jobs are of short duration, and still enable all families to assist with pack responsibilities. 

GENERAL

Do you have a special skill or talent? Check with your Den Leader or Cubmaster to see all the different ways you can help. We often create positions so you can be involved and help to take on some of the Pack’s responsibilities.