July 1981 – 1992

In the den: the den chief assists the den leader with the meetings, helps Cub Scouts earn achievements, helps Cub Scouts be leaders, sets good example.

For the troop: the den chief is the recruiting officer, bringing Cub Scouts into the troop, and promotes joint activities.

Looks to junior assistant Scoutmaster or Webelos den resource person for guidance.

1992 –

Job description: The den chief works with the Cub Scouts, Webelos Scouts, and den leaders in the Cub Scout pack.

Reports to: the den leader in the pack and the assistant Scoutmaster for the new Scout patrol in the troop.

Den chief duties:

• Knows the purposes of Cub Scouting
• Helps Cub Scouts advance through Cub Scout ranks
• Encourages Cub Scouts to join a Boy Scout troop upon graduation
• Assists with activities in the den meetings
• Is a friend to the boys in the den
• Helps out at weekly den meetings and monthly pack meetings
• Meets with adult members of the den, pack, and troop as necessary
• Sets the example
• Wears the uniform correctly
• Lives by the Scout Oath and Law
• Shows Scout sprit