Pack 838 would not be so great without the motivated parent volunteers that help run the pack. There are many positions parents can fill, read below for more information. We are currently looking for the following critical positions:
Cubmaster / Assistant Cubmaster | Fundraising Chair | Wolf Den Leaders
The COR is the direct contact between Pack 838 and its Chartered Organization, the Kiwanis Club of Ellicott City. This individual is also the organization’s contact with the District and Council. The COR appoints the Pack Committee Chair.
The CC leads the pack committee and is responsible for the admin, oversight, and support of the pack program. The CC maintains a close relationship with our charter organization (Kiwanis Club of Ellicott City) and works with the Cubmaster on policy relating to Scouting. The CC leads pack leader meetings, handles pack charters and scout registration, and assists the pack with fundraising efforts.
In general, the CM guides the other pack leaders and advises the pack committee on programming. The CM is a recruiter, supervisor, and motivator of other leaders. With help from other leaders, they lead pack meetings and develop recruitment plans. The CM works with the pack committee to identify other leaders, establish a budget, and program plan, and support den leaders as they lead their individual dens.
The ACMs have a big role. Having ACMs allows them to share responsibilities. Every pack should have at least one ACM, but most packs have two or three. The ACM helps the CM as needed and is ready to fill in for the CM, if necessary.
Cub Scout DLs work directly with Cub Scouts and their parents/guardians to execute the Cub Scouting program in the den. They plan monthly den meetings, lead the den at monthly pack activities, and help ensure scouts transition to the next rank. Ideally there are 2 den leaders per den to comply with YPT at den meetings.
The treasurer ensures the pack’s finances are sound. They maintain the pack bank account, tracking all deposits and withdrawals, collecting dues and providing reimbursements. The treasurer will help pack leaders establish a sound financial program with a pack budget plan.
The advancement chair helps scouts move through the ranks of Cub Scouting and transition into a troop. The advancement chair will work with DLs and CC to identify rank requirement completion and enter the data into Scoutbook as well as coordinate the ordering of awards, and other items to recognize scouts.
Coordinates with pack leadership on all fundraising activities within the pack. This may include popcorn sales, first aid kits, camp cards, etc. Organizes fundraising events (door-to-door, storefront sales) and tracks participation by scouts.
Helps coordinate pack recruitment activities. Attends district level recruitment training once a year. Creates flyers advertising pack activities for school Friday folders. Arranges pack presence at back-to-school nights and other early school year events. Works with school PTAs to promote pack activities. Arrange other recruitment activities as they arise.
Welcomes new youth and families and helps develop pack membership plans. They provide logistical assistance for registering and “learning the ropes” and develop relationships with families so that they feel a sense of belonging.
Help plan pack camp outings. They are BALOO certified, ensuring we can safely camp outdoors. Work with pack leaders to identify campsites, decide meals, activities, and schedule. Help lead camp planning discussions at pack meetings.
Parents bring a lot of special talents to the pack. It could be a special skill, unique tools, vehicles, or special access to facilities, parks, or other events that would enrich scouting. The Parent Engagement Coordinator will work to discover what each parent can provide to the pack through conversation, Family Talent Surveys, and provide this information to pack leaders.
Each scout, leader, and family member that attend outdoor scouting events must have a completed medical form on file. The Medical Form Coordinator will collect forms yearly, track which members still needs to supply forms, and bring forms with them to scouting events so they can be readily accessed in case of emergency.
Ensures event calendars are up to date on both Scoutbook and Facebook, the two main sources of event info. Work with pack leaders and den leaders to help get events added to these platforms. Help families access these events and subscribe to calendars so they are always up to date.
The Hiking Coordinator will arrange for monthly pack hikes at area trails. They will identify hiking trails and dates each month the hikes will occur.
Scouting for Food is our big community service project each year and is done in conjunction with the National Pike District. The SFF coordinator will attend district level meetings coordinating the event, identify and work with local food banks to receive collected food, and work with pack families and scouts to coordinate tag drop off and food collection routes.
The annual Pinewood Derby is one of the most exciting pack events. The PWD coordinator will be the main PoC for this event. They will acquire pinewood derby kits, distribute them to the DLs, identify locations to the hold the derby, arrange for track setup, assign racing heats, record scoring, and determine other activities that occur during the event ranging from concessions to crafts.
The Klondike Derby is an annual event put on by the National Pike District at Patapsco. Area scout troops set up activity stations and cub scouts walk along the trails completing activities that retell the story of the Klondike Gold Rush. The Klondike Derby coordinator will be the main point of contact for the pack with the district, keeping up to date on event deadlines, collecting registration and money from pack families that wish to attend the event, and tracking patch distribution.
Blue and Gold Banquets are a tradition in Cub Scout packs. They are a celebration of the anniversary of the founding of the BSA on February 8, 1910, and therefore usually take place in February. Coordinator will work with pack leaders to arrange location, food options (pot-luck, catered, etc) and handle signups.
Works with pack leadership to plan the End-of-year picnic. Identifies locations, activities, food options, and schedule within the budgeted allowance. Coordinates roles for other leaders/parent volunteers.
Scout supplies (belt loops, badges, neckerchiefs, etc) are usually bought at the scout store by BWI in Hanover, MD. The shopper will visit the store, usually about once a month, and buy the required supplies for the month, and submit reimbursement to the Treasurer. The shopper will coordinate with pack leaders to determine which supplies are needed.