Pack Positions

The Pack is supported by a dedicated team of volunteers who work together to provide our Scouts with the leadership, resources, and opportunities needed for a fun, meaningful, and memorable Scouting experience.

Charter Organization Representative (COR)

Qualifications

• Be a U.S. citizen at least 21 years of age, appointed by the chartered organization, and registered with Scouting America as an adult leader.
• A person of good character, familiar with organization procedures, with a deep concern for the pack’s success.
• Be a member of the Charter Organization (Lloyd Road Elementary School PTO).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as a member of the unit Key 3 team and meet together several times a year.
• Serve as a liaison between your units, your organization, and the council structure.
• Encourage unit leaders and committee members to take advantage of training opportunities and to regularly attend district roundtables.
• Promote well-planned unit programs.
• Organize units to serve the youth needs of your organization and the community.
• Promote the recruitment of new members.
• See that youth participants and adult volunteers advance from one program phase to the next.
• Assist with annual unit charter renewal.
• Encourage unit Committee/Parent Meetings.
• Inform and engage organization leaders and members.
• Encourage active outdoor unit programs.
• Emphasize advancement and recognition.
• Secure District help when needed.
• Use approved unit finance policies.
• Encourage recognition of leaders.
• Cultivate resources to support your organization’s units.
• Represent your organization on the Council and District levels.

Committee Chair

Contact: [email protected]

Qualifications

• Be a U.S. citizen at least 21 years of age, appointed by the chartered organization, and registered with Scouting America as an adult leader.
• A person of good character, familiar with organization procedures, with a deep concern for the pack’s success.
• Someone respected in the community, who shows the willingness and ability to be the Cubmaster’s chief adviser.
• Completes and maintains up-to-date Scouting America Training, including training for this position as well as Youth Protection Training (YPT).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain a close relationship with the Chartered Organization Representative, keeping this key person informed of the needs of the pack that must be brought to the attention of the organization or the District.
• Confer with the Cubmaster on policy matters relating to the Cub Scout program and the Chartered Organization.
• Call and preside over Committee/Parent Meetings and assign duties to and train committee members.
• Planning for pack charter review, roundup, and re-registration.
• Approving bills before payment by the pack treasurer.
• Conduct the annual pack program planning conference and Committee/Parent Meetings.
• Work with the Chartered Organization Representative to provide adequate and safe facilities for pack meetings.
• Cooperate with the Cubmaster on council-approved fundraising projects so the pack can earn money for materials and equipment.
• Manage finances through adequate financial records.
• Maintain adequate pack records and take care of pack property.
• If the Cubmaster is unable to serve, assume active direction of the pack until a successor is recruited and registered.
• Appoint a committee member or other registered adult to be responsible for Youth Protection Training.
• Ensure all leaders are trained.
• Develop and maintain strong Pack-Troop relationships, sharing with the Troop Committee the need for graduations into the troop.
• Support the policies of Scouting America.

Cubmaster

Contact: [email protected]

Qualifications

• Be a U.S. citizen at least 21 years of age, appointed by the chartered organization, and registered with Scouting America as an adult leader.
• A person of good character, familiar with organization procedures, with a deep concern for the pack’s success.
• Completes and maintains up-to-date Scouting America Training, including training for this position as well as Youth Protection Training (YPT).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver a quality, fun, year-round program to the Cub Pack.
• Conduct the program according to the policies of Scouting America.
• Receive the appropriate training, including Cubmaster specific training.
• Attend monthly Cub Scout Roundtables, to receive information about District and Council policies and programs.
• Carry out the Pack program with the support of the Pack Committee, including leading monthly pack meetings.
• Carry out the goals of the Chartered Organization within the Pack program.
• Work with the Pack Committee to recruit adult leadership.
• Work with the Pack Committee to develop the Pack budget.
• Support the Pack Den Leaders and encourage them to get the appropriate training.
• Encourage the Pack Den Leaders to work toward Cub Scout Leader Awards.
• Encourage Arrow of Light Scouts to cross over to a Scouts BSA Troop.
• Communicate with parents about the Pack program and help to educate them about the Cub Scout program.
• Encourage family participation in the Cub Scout program.
• Encourage the Pack to participate in service projects.
• Work with the Assistant Cubmasters, delegating as necessary.
• Attend and participate in Committee/Parent meetings.
• Recruit Den Chiefs to assist the Pack Den Leaders.
• Incorporate traditional Scouting elements, such as flag ceremonies, skits, and songs into the Pack program.
• Encourage advancement and recognize Cub Scouts when they advance.

Treasurer

Contact: [email protected]

Qualifications

• Be a U.S. citizen at least 21 years of age, appointed by the chartered organization, and registered with Scouting America as an adult leader.
• A person of good character, familiar with organization procedures, with a deep concern for the pack’s success.
• Completes and maintains up-to-date position specific training and Youth Protection Training (YPT).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the funds of the Pack.
• Maintain the Pack bank account.
• Oversee Pack account at Monmouth Council office.
• Deposit checks and other funds into the Pack accounts.
• Produce checks or other means of payment for Pack expenses.
• Maintain and produce financial report(s) for Committee meetings.

Assistant Cubmaster

Contact: [email protected]

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old, appointed by the chartered organization, and registered with Scouting America as an adult leader.
• A person of good character, familiar with organization procedures, with a deep concern for the pack’s success.
• Completes and maintains up-to-date position specific training and Youth Protection Training (YPT).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Cubmaster as needed. Be ready to fill in for the Cubmaster, if necessary.
• Attend monthly Cub Scout Roundtables.
• Participate in Pack Meetings.
• Supervise Den Chiefs and see that they are trained.
• Work with BSA Troops into which Cub Scouts may graduate and arrange for Den Chiefs.
• Help inform pack leaders of training opportunities and arrange for them to attend training
  sessions.
• Work with the pack committee to develop and promote an ongoing plan for recruiting new
  children.
• Work with the Cubmaster and pack committee on pack re-registration.
• Assist in pack activities such as the Pinewood Derby, service projects, Pack Hikes, etc.
• Work with the pack committee to have a meaningful summertime program..
• Participate in the Committee/Parent Meetings.

Pack Secretary

Contact: [email protected]

Qualifications

• Be a U.S. citizen at least 21 years of age, appointed by the chartered organization, and registered with Scouting America as an adult leader.
• A person of good character, familiar with organization procedures, with a deep concern for the pack’s success.
• Completes and maintains up-to-date position specific training and Youth Protection Training (YPT).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Keep minutes for Pack Committee meetings and distribute them to the Pack Committee in a timely manner.
• Keep a current copy of the Pack roster and keep attendance for meetings.
• Keep a list of required Scouting America forms and materials on hand.
• Maintains an inventory of Pack-owned equipment.
• Let the Cubmaster, Den Leaders, and other adults involved in the Pack know what forms and printed resources are available .
• Write thank you notes to anyone who provides help to the Pack and take care of other correspondence.

Den Leader

Our Den Leaders are the backbone of the Cub Scout program. Each den is led by a Den Leader and Assistant Den Leader(s), and may also have Den Chiefs to help support the Scouts and activities.

While the role may seem like a big responsibility at first, the goal is simple: to help Scouts have fun, grow through new experiences, and complete the adventures needed for advancement. With support from Pack leadership, training resources, and fellow parents, Den Leaders play a vital role in creating a positive and memorable Scouting experience.

Qualifications

• Be a U.S. citizen at least 21 years of age, appointed by the chartered organization, and registered with Scouting America as an adult leader.
• A person of good character, familiar with organization procedures, with a deep concern for the pack’s success.
• Completes and maintains up-to-date position specific training and Youth Protection Training (YPT).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Give leadership in carrying out the pack program in the den.
• Lead the den in its participation at Pack Meetings. Serve as den host or hostess for den
  parents at pack meetings.
• Work in harmony with other den and pack leaders.
• Cooperate with the Cubmaster (or assistant Cubmaster) in recruiting new Scouts.
• Help train the Den Chief and guide them to work with the Cub Scouts. See that they receive
  recognition for their efforts at Den and Pack Meetings.
• Meet regularly with the Den Chief. Let them help plan Den Meetings and den activities, and
  allow them to serve as den activities assistant.
• Use Scout’s’ Life and Scouting magazines, and other Cub Scouting literature as sources for program ideas.
• Maintain a friendly relationship with Cub Scouts; encourage them to earn the advancement
  awards. Keep accurate advancement records and see that children receive recognition for their
  achievements.
• Help establish a close working relationship with the Assistant Den Leader and Den Chief,
  functioning as a den leadership team.
• Develop a good working relationship with den parents and families. Use their talents to help
  enrich the den program. Hold den parents’ meetings as often as needed to get acquainted and
  strengthen den operation. Have open communications with den families.
• Involve den parents, aunts, uncles, and grandparents in outings and other den activities so children will have additional role models.
• See that a leader is available for all den meetings and activities. Call on the Assistant Den
  Leader to fill in when necessary.
• Participate in the Committee/Parent Meetings.
• Help set a good example for the children by behavior, attitude, and proper uniforming.
• Support the policies of Scouting America.

Pack Advancement Chair

Contact: [email protected]

Qualifications

• Be a U.S. citizen at least 21 years of age, appointed by the chartered organization, and registered with Scouting America as an adult leader.
• A person of good character, familiar with organization procedures, with a deep concern for the pack’s success.
• Completes and maintains up-to-date position specific training and Youth Protection Training (YPT). 

Duties and Responsibilities

• ​Accept den advancement reports from den leaders and prompt them to enter data in Scoutbook Plus.
• Provide advancement reports to den leaders or scout families upon request.
• Enter advancements, awards, and other data into Scoutbook Plus as needed.
• Purchase badges and other advancement items from the Scout Shop or the Monmouth Council office.
• Organize advancement items and awards and deliver them to the Cubmaster for presentation at monthly Pack meetings.
• Work closely with the Cubmaster to ensure that advancements are being delivered correctly and in a timely manner.

Recruitment Chair

Contact: [email protected]

Qualifications

• Be a U.S. citizen at least 21 years of age, appointed by the chartered organization, and registered with Scouting America as an adult leader.
• A person of good character, familiar with organization procedures, with a deep concern for the pack’s success.
• Completes and maintains up-to-date position specific training and Youth Protection Training (YPT).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive recruiting plan targeting Kindergarten through 5th grade boys and girls.
• Leverage print and electronic media to deliver information on Pack 66 to families of scout aged children.
• Maintain our public Facebook page to ensure timely and up-to-date information is being provided to the public.
• Work with the Cubmaster to ensure spring and fall recruiting events are part of the annual Pack program.
• Advertise recruiting events to the public, targeting local elementary schools and other public spaces such as local libraries and community centers.
• Develop flyers and other information media to distribute to prospective scout families.
• Obtain the necessary permits from the Township of Aberdeen and Borough of Matawan to place signs and banners during our annual spring and fall recruiting periods.
• Place Pack 66 signs in the established public locations during the spring and fall recruiting periods.
• Leverage volunteers from across the entire Pack family to spread the word about Cub Scouting and Pack 66

Recruitment Committee

Works alongside the Recruitment Chair to help attract new families to Pack 66 by assisting with back-to-school events, distributing promotional materials, placing lawn signs, and supporting recruitment events.

New Member Coordinators

Works with the Recruitment Chair and Recruitment Committee to help ensure that all prospective and new members feel welcomed into the Pack 66 community. New Member Coordinators answer questions from interested families, welcome new members at pack events, and assist with back-to-school nights, recruiting events, and other membership outreach activities.

Fundraising Chair

Contact: [email protected]

Works with the pack committee and local businesses to identify opportunities for pack fundraising.

Works with the fundraising committee to run fundraising events

Fundraising Committee

Works with the Fundraising Chair to plan and run fundraising events. Some of the fundraisers from the past include:

• Selling camp cards
• Dine-outs at various restaurants
• Selling wreaths
• Selling popcorn
• Selling candy bars

Philanthropy Chair

Contact: [email protected]

Our Philanthropy Chair leads the Philanthropy Committee to arrange for various opportunities for scouts to give back to the community.

Philanthropy Committee

Works with the Philanthropy Chair to plan and execute our philanthropy events. The committee is responsible for:

• Scouting for Food where scouts collect for the local food pantry
• Trail maintenance, community clean up events, beach clean-ups
• Any other service project approved by the Committee

Trip Committee Chair

Contact: [email protected]

Coordinates the planning and execution of pack trips.

Trip Committee

Works with our Trip Committee Chair to plan and run our trips. We try to run 2-3 trips per scouting year. In the past the pack has:

• Gone to the InfoAge museum
• Gone to Turtleback zoo
• Attended a Titans hockey game
• Attended a Lakewood Blueclaws game
• Gone snowtubing
• Gone maple sugaring
• Gone to the Army-Navy Game
• Gone to the LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Westchester

Halloween Party Committee (October Pack Meeting)

Our October Pack Meeting is our annual Halloween Party, featuring games, activities, and a costume parade where Scouts can show off their costumes alongside their siblings and families. The Halloween Party Committee helps plan activities, organize games, decorate, and assist with setup and cleanup to make the event fun and memorable for everyone.

Holiday Party Committee (December Pack Meeting)

Our December Pack Meeting is our annual Holiday Party. During the event, Scouts collect unwrapped gifts for children in need, create holiday cards for local seniors, and celebrate the season together with fun activities and refreshments. The committee works alongside the Cubmaster and Assistant Cubmaster to help organize and run the event.

Blue and Gold Committee (February Pack Meeting)

The February pack meeting is our celebration of the birthday of scouting. Scouts and their families come together for an evening of games, entertainment, food, and fun. The Blue & Gold Committee helps plan, organize, and run the event with support from the Pack Committee.

Pinewood Derby Committee (March Pack Meeting)

The March Pack Meeting features our annual Pinewood Derby — one of the most anticipated events of the year. Scouts build their own miniature wooden race cars and compete in a fun and friendly race day event.

The Pinewood Derby Committee helps organize the event by coordinating trophies and awards, setting up and operating the track, managing the races, and assisting with cleanup afterward. Local Scout Troops often provide older Scouts to help run the event as well.

Pack Picnic Committee (June Pack Meeting)

Our final Pack Meeting of the year is held in June and takes the form of our annual Pack Picnic. During the picnic, Scouts are recognized for the ranks and achievements they earned throughout the year as they move on to their next rank level.

The Pack Picnic Committee helps coordinate the potluck portion of the picnic, organize activities and games, assist with setup, and help with cleanup afterward. The committee works alongside the Cubmaster, Assistant Cubmaster, and other Pack leaders to help make the event a success.

Webmaster

Contact: [email protected]

Our webmaster handles the maintenance of our website.