Crew Leadership Positions
President
- Voted into office by quorum majority vote of the registered youth members of Crew 2052, and approved by the Advisor, can be appointed by the Advisor
- Serve as youth leader of the Crew-prepares meeting agendas and presides at meetings
- Implements the Crew program through officers and members
- Works closely with Advisors and other adult leaders in a spirit of partnership
- Represents the Crew at meetings of the Venturing Officers' Association [VOA] and program planning conferences and is available to report to the chartered organization and Crew Committee.
- Assists the Crew Advisor in conducting the Crew Officers' Seminar
- Appoints youth chairpersons of special projects and appoints special Crew Officers
- Presents the annual report to the chartered organization and/or Crew Committee at the conclusion of his/her term of office
- Assesses on an ongoing basis whether the reproducibility’s of the officers are being considered and carried out effectively
- Approaches Venturing and encourages others to approach Venturing in a spirit of fun and enjoyment
Administrative Vice-President
- Is voted into office by quorum majority vote of the registered youth members of Venturing Crew 2052, and approved by the Advisor, Can be appointed by the Advisor
- Serves as administrative officer of the Crew
- Assumes the responsibilities of the Crew President in her absence
- Leads the recruiting and admission of new members during the year
- Organizes and recognizes the achievements of Crewmembers
- Conducts opening and closing ceremonies for special occasions as scheduled
- Attends all Crew Activities
- Attends the Officer Association Meetings
- Approaches Venturing activities in a spirit of Fun and seeks to reflect this spirit in the recruiting of new members and through recognizing the achievements of Crew members
- Is a team leader of one of the Crew Patrols
Program Vice-President
- Is voted into office by quorum majority vote of the registered youth members of Venturing Crew 2052, and approved by the Advisor. Can be appointed by the Advisor
- Serves as the program officer of the Crew and, in that position, arranges the program planning process for the Crew
- Collects and maintains a Crew activity file consisting of the Program Capability Inventory, a listing of Post member interests and suggestions for activities, program resources, and an annual activity schedule
- Determines the interest of the Crew members on an ongoing basis (Crew Interest Surveys)
- Provides support for the President and committee for each activity
- Approaches and encourages others to approach Venturing activities in a spirit of fun and enjoyment
- Is a team leader of one of the Crew Patrols
Secretary
- Is voted into office by quorum majority vote of the registered youth members of Venturing Crew 2052, and approved by the Committee, can be appointed by the Advisor
- Serves as the communications officer and, in that position, manages all the communications and publicity for the Crew
- Maintains Crew membership records and attendance records
- Handles Crew correspondence and minutes, posting minutes on the Yahoo website for all members to view.
- Coordinates Crew publicity through local media, Post newsletters, and the Crew's telephone network
- Approaches Venturing in a spirit of fun and seeks to reflect this spirit in the publicity and communications of the Crew
Treasurer
- Is voted into office by quorum majority vote of the registered youth members of Venturing Crew 2052, and approved by the Committee, can be appointed by the Advisor
- Serves as the financial officer and, in that position, maintains financial records and monitors the Crew budget if necessary
- Collects and disburses Crew funds
- Communicates with the Officers and members on a regular basis to keep them informed about their finances
- Approaches Venturing in a spirit of fun and spreads this spirit in the carrying out of his/her responsibilities
District Venturing Representative
- Appointed by the Advisor and approved by crew and district
- Represents the Crew at meetings of the Venturing Officers' Association (VOA) and program planning conferences and is available to report to the district and Crew Committees
- Works closely with Advisors and other adult leaders in a spirit of partnership
Historian
- Is voted into office by quorum majority vote of the registered youth members of Venturing Crew 2052, and approved by the Advisor, can be appointed by the Advisor
- Collects and preserves memorabilia, press releases, photos, and other data of historical significance to the crew
- Maintains information about Crew activities and erstwhile Crew members
- Serves as the media officer and, in that position, maintains electronic records and monitors the Crew's website. Is responsible for the electronic version of the Crew's Newsletter
- The Historian serves as the historical officer, maintaining any important archival information, pictures, news articles, awards, or special objects
- The Historian shall keep a record of extra-curricular Crew activities, and where possible, collect pictorial information on them
- The Historian also shall maintain in the Crew archives any pertinent news clips or media excerpts in relation to the Crew
- At the same time, the Historian shall also coordinate any exhibits or displays the Crew chooses to create for its archives
- The Historian shall attend all Crew Activities
Chaplain
- Is voted into office by quorum majority vote of the registered youth members of Venturing Crew 2052, and subject to being approved by the Advisor. Can be appointed by the Advisor
- Responsible for Church Services at each outing
- Leads Grace at each meal
- Contact for Charter Church in keeping lines of communication open
- Leads Program for Scout Sunday
- The Chaplain shall attend all Crew Activities
Quartermaster
- Is voted into office by quorum majority vote of the registered youth members of Venturing Crew 2052, and approved by the Advisor, can be appointed by the Advisor
- Responsible for upkeep of Crew Equipment and supplies and needed purchases
- Addresses each outing’s needs for equipment and makes sure it is ready to go as needed
- When equipment is lent to a crew member, monitors the safe return of that which was loaned
- The Quartermaster shall attend all Crew Activities
Crew Guide
- Is voted into office by quorum majority vote of the registered youth members of Venturing Crew 2052, and approved by the Advisor, can be appointed by the Advisor
- Serves as an individual mentor for new Venturers, assisting in their understanding of the Venturing program and participation in the Crew activities
- The Crew Guide shall attend all Crew Activities
