GENERAL INFORMATION 
Elected by the members of the troop 

Term: six months 
Reports to: Scoutmaster 
Job Description: The Senior Patrol Leader is elected by the scouts to represent them as the top junior leader in the troop Comments: The Senior Patrol Leader is the focal point of the troop. He needs to attend as close to all troop functions as possible. One of the major parts of the SPL's job is to appoint other troop leaders. He must choose leaders are able, not just his friends or other popular Scouts.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Age: 13 or older
  • Rank: First Class or Higher
  • Experience: Previous service as SPL, ASPL, PL, or APL
  • Attendance: 75% over previous 6 months

SPECIFIC LEADERSHIP REQUIREMENTS

  • Runs all troop meetings, events, activities, and annual program planning conference
  • Runs the Patrol Leader's Council meetings
  • Appoints other troop junior leaders with the advice and counsel of the Scoutmaster
  • Assigns duties and responsibilities to junior leaders
  • Assists the Scoutmaster with Junior Leader Training
  • Makes sure Assistant Senior Patrol Leader can assume your responsibility in your absence.