Advancement Coordinator

Duties:

The Advancement Coordinator maintains troop advancement records and promotes rank advancement. Appointed by the Committee Chair and serves at the satisfaction of the Committee Chair, Scoutmaster, and the Troop Committee. 

Reports to: Committee Chair
 

  • Encourages Scouts to advance in rank.
  • Arrange troop boards of review and courts of honor.
  • Train Committee Members to conduct troop board of reviews for Tenderfoot to Life ranks.
  • Attend Troop Committee meetings and report as needed.
  • Should attend most Troop meetings.
  • Maintain a merit badge counselor list.
  • Promote attendance at district Merit Badge Expos.
  • Have a working knowledge of the Boy Scout advancement program.
  • Make a prompt report on the correct form to the council service center when a troop board of review is held. Secure badges, awards, and certificates as required.
  • Work closely with Scoutmaster and the Baden Powell Assistant Scoutmaster to keep them informed on advancement needs of scouts.
  • Work closely with Eagle Advisor to request congratulatory letters for Eagle courts of honor.
  • Work closely with Database Coordinator to ensure TroopMaster data is accurate and timely.
  • Keep records of troop advancement and attendance at troop activities in TroopMaster program.