Troop Quartermaster
BSA Troop 125
When you accept the position of troop quartermaster you agree to provide service and leadership in our troop. This responsibility should be fun and rewarding. This position description tells some of the things you are expected to do while serving as a junior leader.
As the troop quartermaster, you are the supply and equipment boss. You keep a current inventory of troop equipment and sees that it is in good working order. The troop quartermaster works with the patrol quartermasters and the adult quartermaster. You report to the TLC on equipment in need of replacement or repair.
Requirements for Eligibility:
¨ Elected by the Troop with the approval of the Scoutmaster.
¨ First Class rank or higher.
¨ Signs a commitment to fulfill duties and requirements of office.
¨ Fulfill the duties of the Troop Quartermaster.
¨ Attend Troop meetings in full Class A uniform.
¨ Attend the Annual Troop Program Planning meeting.
¨ Attend the “Introduction to Leadership” meeting with the SPL and SM.
¨ Attend 75% of Troop Leadership Councils meetings.
¨ Attend 75% of meetings.
¨ Attend 4 of 6 campouts if in the fall term.
¨ Attend 2 of 4 campouts and Summer Camp if in the spring term.
¨ Develop three leadership goals for the term.
¨ Report to the Assistant Senior Patrol Leader and the Troop Leadership Council.
¨ Work with Patrol Quartermasters to ensure patrol boxes are adequately stocked before campouts and returned clean after campouts.
¨ Work with the adult troop Quartermaster to keep troop equipment in good working order.
¨ Keep records of troop equipment.
¨ Keep assigned troop equipment storage area neat and clean.
¨ Assist with loading and unloading of troop trailer.
¨ Issue equipment and see that it is returned in good order.
¨ Suggest new or replacement items for troop and patrol equipment.
¨ Set a good example and wear the Scout uniform correctly.
¨ Live by the Scout Oath and Law.
¨ Show and help others develop Scout spirit.
Responsibilities and Expectations of the Scoutmaster and Adult Troop Quartermaster:
¨ Be available for discussions or phone calls.
¨ Back up your decisions within reason.
¨ Listen to and consider your ideas.
¨ Be fair; listen to all sides of any issue.
¨ Set a good example in wearing the uniform, language, attitude, etc.
I have read and understand the requirements of Troop Quartermaster and commit to Troop 125 that I will fulfill the duties of this office to the best of my ability. If I am unable to fulfill the duties I will find a substitute approved by the Scoutmaster or SPL to assume my responsibilities. I understand that failure to abide by these guidelines may result in my termination from office and/or loss of leadership time toward rank advancement.
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Scout Date
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Scoutmaster Date
As troop quartermaster there are many resources available to help you. These include people such as your Scoutmaster, adult troop quartermaster, assistant Scoutmasters, troop committee members, your SPL, and your fellow troop junior leaders. Other resources include your parents, pastors, teachers, and community leaders. Some literature resources that can help you include the Boy Scout Handbook and Junior Leader Handbook.
Copy to Scout and to Troop 125 Scout office.
02/05/08