Quartermaster

Boy Scout Troop 44

Quartermaster

Job Description

The quartermaster keeps track of Troop equipment and sees that it is in good working order. He reports to the assistant senior patrol leader.

Quartermaster Duties

Keeps records on patrol and troop equipment
Makes sure equipment is in good working condition
Issues equipment and makes sure it's returned in good condition
Makes suggestions for new or replacement items
Works with the Troop committee member responsible for equipment
Sets a good example
Enthusiastically wears the uniform correctly
Lives by the Scout Oath and Law
Shows Scout spirit

Introduction

When you accepted the position of Quartermaster, you agreed to provide service and leadership in our Troop. That responsibility should be fun and rewarding. This job description provides some of the things you are expected to do while serving as a junior leader in Troop 44. You should make any necessary notes on this sheet as this Fast-Start Junior Leader Training session is conducted. As a Troop 44 Junior Leader you will be challenged to your fullest capabilities. The adult leadership has faith in your leadership abilities, but will constantly be striving to improve those abilities. Your selection and acceptance of this Troop position represents the acceptance of a contract. At the end of this Fast-Start Junior Leader Training you will be asked to sign a contract indicating that you understand your responsibilities and will constantly strive to live up to your Job Description. Good Luck and Congratulations.

Troop Procedures

The Troop Quartermaster is responsible for overseeing the maintenance of Patrol Equipment boxes and Troop gear. All Patrol gear boxes must have an initial inventory taken. In addition, periodic (minimum of six) inspections of Patrol Gear Boxes should be conducted with the Patrol Quartermaster. Any discrepancies should be recorded and reported to the ASPL. The Quartermaster is responsible for maintaining and supplying all Troop Gear on weekend outings or other activities. Troop gear includes such items as Troop Leader equipment, rope and twine, ax yard supplies, spare lanterns, Troop Pantry, fund raising supplies, etc.
The Troop Quartermaster is responsible for signing out all equipment on the Patrol Equipment Check-out Sheet and for signing that equipment back in when it is returned. In the event that the Quartermaster is unable to attend, the ASPL will sign out equipment for weekends. If any discrepancies occur during sign-out and sign-in, the Troop Quartermaster is responsible for resolving the problem. In the event that equipment is returned damaged, it is the responsibility of the ASPL or Troop adult to determine whether or not the damage was accidental, and thus whether or not the Troop or the Patrol will replace the equipment. Equipment recommendation and damage replacement notification should be given to the Assistant Senior Patrol Leader to be brought up at the Patrol Leaders' Council Meeting.
The Troop Quartermaster is responsible for coordinating a Troop Equipment Day designed to sort and distribute all Troop equipment to the appropriate Patrol Gear Boxes. At this time, tents should be opened, checked for any problems or missing parts, and waterproofed. Dining flies should be checked for all poles, grommets, ropes, and pegs, and stoves and lanterns should be tested for proper functioning. In addition, at this time all Patrol equipment should be washed and properly stored, for example, coolers and water jugs are to be stored with lids open at all times. Also, all equipment will be marked with the Patrol color code and engraved when possible.

Resources

As Troop Quartermaster, there are many resources available to you to help you do your job. These include people such as your Scoutmaster, Assistant Scoutmaster, and Troop Committee Members. Troop 44 offers a wealth of Scouting knowledge ranging from experience to literature to Internet resources. Please, take advantage of these abundant resources in order to better carry out your Troop position.