Scout Awards Coordinator
Scout Awards Coordinator
Section titled “Scout Awards Coordinator”Role Summary
Section titled “Role Summary”The Scout Awards Coordinator tracks and purchases awards, badges, and insignia for the pack Scouts, and prepares award packages for recognition ceremonies at pack meetings. This role works closely with the Advancement Chair to ensure every Scout receives timely recognition.
Reports To / Works With
Section titled “Reports To / Works With”| Relationship | Role |
|---|---|
| Reports to | Advancement Chair |
| Works with | Den Leaders, Treasurer, Cubmaster |
Requirements
Section titled “Requirements”- Registration: Registered adult leader of BSA; current with YPT
- Inherits training requirements from the Advancement Chair role
Core Responsibilities
Section titled “Core Responsibilities”- Monitor Scoutbook for completed adventures and rank advancements reported by den leaders
- Purchase badges, belt loops, pins, and rank patches from the council Scout Shop or authorized vendors
- Prepare award packages for each pack meeting (sorted by den, with ceremony cards if applicable)
- Maintain an inventory of commonly needed awards to avoid last-minute purchases
- Keep all purchase receipts and submit them to the Treasurer
- Coordinate with the Advancement Chair on which awards are needed before each pack meeting
- Track the awards budget and flag when it is running low
Key Dates / Timeline
Section titled “Key Dates / Timeline”| When | Task |
|---|---|
| Before each pack meeting | Purchase and prepare awards based on advancement reports |
| Monthly | Review Scoutbook for newly completed requirements |
| February | Prepare special awards for Blue & Gold Banquet |
| Year-end | Ensure all year-end rank awards are purchased and ready |