What Does the Cubmaster Do?

July 6, 2010 in Adult Leadership

Some of my readers are brand new to Scouting, so every now and then I am going to give some information about leadership positions in one of the divisions.

In Cub Scouting, adults work together to deliver program to the youth members. One of the adult positions is the Cubmaster. The Cubmaster must be at least 21 years old and be a registered BSA member. The Cubmaster can be male or female. In many cases, the Cubmaster is the most visible adult leader in the Pack, and therefore the one most parents look to when they have questions.

Cubmaster Responsibilities and Duties

So what are the Cubmaster’s responsibilities? The Pack program is developed by the Pack Committee, but the Cubmaster conducts that program. A typical list of responsibilities includes:

Deliver a quality, fun, year-round program to the Cub Pack
Conduct the program according to BSA policies
Receive the appropriate training, including Cubmaster specific training
Attend monthly Cub Scout Roundtables, to receive information about district and council policies and programs
Carry out the Pack program with the support of the Pack Committee, including leading monthly pack meetings
Carry out the goals of the chartering organization within the Pack program
Work with the Pack Committee to recruit adult leadership
Work with the Pack Committee to develop the Pack budget
Support the Pack Den Leaders and encourage them to get the appropriate training
Encourage the Pack Den Leaders to work toward Cub Scout Leader awards
Encourage Webelos to cross over to a Boy Scout Troop
Communicate with parents about the Pack program and help to educate them about the Cub Scout program
Encourage family participation in the Cub Scout program
Encourage the Pack to participate in service projects
Work with the Assistant Cubmasters, delegating as necessary
Attend and participate in Pack Committee planning meetings
Recruit Den Chiefs to assist the Pack Den Leaders
Incorporate traditional Scouting elements, such as flag ceremonies, skits, and songs, into the Pack program
Encourage advancement and recognize Cub Scouts when they advance