Role of the Chartered Organization Representative

Boy Scouts of America scouting units are owned and operated by chartered organizations, such as churches, which act as sponsors in return for assistance from the unit in delivering their community programs. Chartered organization representatives are responsible for coordinating the unit's activities.

Duties

The representative is responsible for coordinating all of the scouting unit's operations. Specific duties include promoting well-planned unit programs, encouraging unit leaders to undergo training related to scouting, assisting in annual renewal of the unit's charter, approving unit financing policies, and promoting recruitment of new unit members.

Time Commitment

Since scouting units are busier at certain times of the year, the time commitment required of a chartered organization representative will vary. However, since scouting units meet every week, the representative should generally expect to devote at least three to five hours per week to managing his scouting unit.

Benefits

Contributing to scouting is a rewarding experience. By ensuring that his community has a strong base of responsible, socially conscious people, the chartered organization representative can rest assured knowing that the goals of the chartered organization, as well as the goals of the community at large, are being met.

References

• Boy Scouts of America: Chartered Organizations
• Boy Scouts of America: Training the Chartered Organization Representative