The Assistant Patrol Leader (ASPL) serves as the SPL’s assistant and takes his place when he is absent. The first ASPLs specific responsibilities are for the Troop leadership and the second is responsible for the patrol leaders.

Requirements:

The SPL chooses which ASPL will be over the Patrols and which over Troop Leadership positions; to become an ASPL a Scout must meet the following criteria:

• Active status
• At least 1st Class rank
• Successfully held a troop Leadership Position

Specific Duties:

• Serves as SPL when the SPL is not in attendance.
• Provides updates at the PLC for the respective teams they are responsible for (i.e. Troop leadership or Patrols).
• Attends the PLC.
• Sets a good example.
• Wears the uniform properly and to all Troop meetings and activities.
• Lives by the scout oath and Law.

The tenure of this position is for 6 months. To receive leadership credit for this position the ASPL must participate in a minimum of six Troop meetings and two PLC meetings per quarter as measured.

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