Assistant Scoutmasters

Duties:

• Each ASM can be assigned specific program duties by the SM and reports to the SM. They also provide the required two-deep leadership standards set by the Boy Scouts of America.

• Assists SM in providing Troop program.

• Assists in boy-leader training.

• Conducts SM conferences for rank advancement.

• Serves as an adult leader at outdoor activities.

• Will be properly uniformed at Troop meetings and activities.

• Fosters Patrol unity and teamwork.

• Types of ASMs include:

  • ASM (New Scouts)- He works with the new Scouts to make sure that they are properly acclimated into the Troop and encourages them to make First Class within their first year. He works with the new Scout Patrol and has the additional responsibilities of recruiting new members into the Troop.

  • ASM (Patrols)- He works with the Patrol Leader in carrying out the PL's activity responsibilities for the weekly Troop meetings and camp-outs and generally acts as a counselor to each Patrol. See Patrol Leader Duties.

Qualifications:

• Same as the SM qualifications, except that he must take the Basic Leader Training  course as soon as is feasible.

• He is appointed by the SM and approved by the Troop committee.