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Adult Role · Scoutmaster Team
Assistant Scoutmaster (ASM)
Supports the Scoutmaster and often owns a specific program area.
Overview
Assistant Scoutmasters work alongside the Scoutmaster to deliver the troop program. Most effective ASMs own a specific area — campouts, new scout integration, merit badges, or high adventure — rather than being a general helper.
Responsibilities
- 1Support the Scoutmaster at meetings and campouts
- 2Own a specific program area (varies by assignment)
- 3Maintain current Youth Protection and BSA training
- 4Conduct Scoutmaster Conferences when assigned
- 5Mentor individual scouts as directed by the Scoutmaster
Time Commitment
3–6 hours/week depending on assignment
Ideal For
A trained adult volunteer with a specific skill or area of passion
Works With
ScoutmasterSenior Patrol LeaderCommittee
Tips From Leaders Who've Done It
- ▸Own your lane. A focused ASM is more valuable than a diffuse one.
- ▸The Scoutmaster sets direction — your job is to execute it and give honest feedback.
- ▸Don't run the program in front of the scouts. Let youth leaders lead.