JUNIOR ASSISTANT SCOUTMASTER

Job Description:
The Junior Assistant Scoutmaster (JASM) position is a youth leadership role within the Scouts BSA program. As a JASM, they will work closely with adult Scoutmasters and other experienced leaders to help plan and lead activities for the troop, mentor younger scouts, and learn valuable leadership skills that will benefit them throughout their lives. To become a JASM, candidates must meet certain requirements. First, they must be at least 16 years old. They must also be recommended by their Scoutmaster and have shown outstanding leadership skills. One of the primary responsibilities of a JASM could be to help plan and lead troop meetings and activities. This might include organizing campouts, hiking trips, or other outdoor adventures, as well as helping to teach younger scouts important skills like knot-tying, first aid, and fire-building. They will work closely with adult leaders to ensure that these activities are safe, fun, and educational for everyone involved.

Qualifications:

• Appointed by Scoutmaster

• At least 16 years old (a BSA requirement)

• Has demonstrated outstanding leadership skills

Reports to:

The Scoutmaster.

Duties:

• Function as an Assistant Scoutmaster (except for leadership responsibilities reserved for adults 18 years of age or older).

• Accomplish any duties assigned by the Scoutmaster.

• Arrive 5 minutes before the start of troop meetings.

• Participate in outings, service projects, events, etc. 

• Attend troop meetings. 

• Set a good example.

• Wear the field uniform (class A) correctly to all regular troop meetings and religious services.

• Wear the activity uniform (class B t-shirt) to all outings and other troop activities.

• Live by the Scout Oath and Law.

• Show Scout spirit.