SCOUTING . . .

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Learn about a Career in Scouting
It comes as a surprise to many that Scouting is a solid, paid profession. Today's professional scouters are a diverse group of men and women sharing a dynamic career offering independence, achievement, and stability. This is work that makes a difference... work that calls one to continual learning and challenges... work that offers a competitive compensation, benefits and advancement within a non-profit organization. Here are a few:

     • Starting Salary $34,300
     • Insurance, medical, dental, etc.
     • Sick leave / personal days
     • Vacation
     • Automobile expenses
     • Pension plans
     • Optional Employee Match Retirement Plan
     • Relocation packages
     • Expense account
     • Company-sponsored training
     • Flexible times
     • Relaxed work environment
     • Free Parking

A Day In The Life of a Professional Scouter
What do professionals in Scouting do every day? The responsibilities are as broad as the tasks are varied and no two days are the same for a typical Scouting district executive. No matter where they work, in the city, the suburbs or the countryside, one thing is for certain—this is anything but a "cubicle" job.
Our field staff are typically found in the community, not behind a desk. The job of the professional Scouter is to inspire, recruit, train, and support the BSA's adult volunteer's. In addition, they work with community leaders to rally public support for Scouting.

Scouting’s Program for Youth
Since 1910, Scouting has helped mold the future leaders of this country by combining educational activities and lifelong values with fun. The Boy Scouts of America believes, and through nearly a century of experience, understands that helping youth puts us on a path towards a more conscientious, responsible, and productive society.
Scouting, with programs from Cub Scouting through Venturing for young men and women helps meet these six essential needs of the young people growing up in our society:

          Mentoring                  Lifelong Learning             Faith Traditions
          Serving Others           Healthy Living                  Building Character

Qualifications for Employment with the Sam Houston Area Council
Do you have the background needed for a career as a Scouting professional?
We are looking for a person who is bilingual in English and Spanish and has the ability to understand the language and cultures of the multi-diverse Hispanic communities of Houston Texas. Other basic qualifications for employment with the Sam Houston Area Council are:
    
     • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
     • United States citizenship or declared intention to become a U.S. citizen
     • Adult-must have attained age 21 unless prohibited by any applicable law
     • People-oriented, having the ability to work well with adult volunteers, community and business leaders,and representatives of other organizations
     • Able to work varied hours when necessary to achieve positive objectives
     • Believe in the BSA and subscribe to its principles and standards
     • Be approved to receive a professional Scouting commission

Mission Statement of the Sam Houston Area Council
Leading Youth to Life-Long Values, Service and Achievement




www.samhoustonbsa.org
Sam Houston Area Council * 2225 North Loop West * P.O. Box 924528 * Houston, TX 77292-4528 * 713-659-8111