Troop Historian

General

·        The Troop Historian reports to the Operations Assistant Senior Patrol Leader and coordinates with the Historian Mentor.

·        Troop Historian is an important position requiring a minimum of 70% attendance.  If you are unable to perform a job function, it is your responsibility to find and designate a trained and qualified replacement, and to notify the Operations Assistant Senior Patrol Leader of the change before the date of that function.

·        As an important Troop position, you must meet the highest standards for attitude, attendance, and appearance.  You must exemplify the Scout Oath and Law.

·        If more than one Historian is appointed, the Historian Mentor will designate a head historian who will be responsible to coordinate and direct the remaining assistant Historians.

Upon election

·        Clean and repair all trophy wall items.

·        Suggest modifications to the trophy wall. It is your responsibility to maintain and display our awards and memorabilia effectively.

·        Gather pictures and information to assist assigned Junior Assistant Scoutmaster in the development of presentations.

·        Identify the goals for your position and for your personal advancement.  These goals will be listed as short term, three months, and long term, six months.  The goals must be measurable, achievable and meaningful.

One Time

·        Assist in the preparation for the Troop Court of Honor:

·         Develop the Court of Honor plan four weeks in advance, after coordinating with the Senior Patrol Leader, Advancement Chairman, and Junior Assistant Scoutmasters.  Provide the Operations Assistant Senior Patrol Leader and Scoutmaster with a schedule of the Court of Honor.
·         Ensure materials are gathered one week in advance.  Rehearse color guard, opening, and closing ceremonies.
·         Meet ½ hour before Court of Honor to ensure all materials are available.

Monthly

·        Maintain Troop camping log detailing activity, participation, location, notable events, weather, and AES[1].

As needed

·        Maintain the troop log tracking the distinguished members of the Order of the Newt and identifying new candidates.



[1] Acts of Exceptional Stupidity.