The assistant senior patrol leader is the second-highest youth leadership position in the troop, working closely with the senior patrol leader to help the troop move forward. The assistant senior patrol leader acts as the senior patrol leader in the absence of the senior patrol leader or when called upon and provides leadership to other youth leaders in the troop. The assistant senior patrol leader is appointed by the senior patrol leader under the guidance of the Scoutmaster. Responsibilities include helping the senior patrol leader lead meetings and activities. Run the troop in the absence of the senior patrol leader. Help train and supervise the troop scribe, quartermaster, instructor, librarian, historian, webmaster, chaplain aide, and OA representative. Serve as a member of the patrol leaders council. Set a good example. Wear the Scout uniform correctly. Live by the Scout Oath and Law. Show Scout spirit. Lend a hand controlling the patrols and building patrol spirit