SOME PRINCIPLES OF RECRUITING



                                    
1.   Recruit people for a specific responsibility, and be clear about what
     will be required of them.

2.   People recruited must clearly see the relationship between their
     individual responsibilities and the whole organization.

3.   Those doing the recruiting should be able to communicate clearly the
     program objectives and position responsibilities to each person.

4.   Know the type of person you want for the position (e.g., work with
     adults at the section, group, district, regional, provincial or national
     level).

5.   Contact potential members personally.

6.   Always be aware of the concerns, feelings, and needs of the person
     being recruited.

7.   Be able to state to the person the specific reason(s) why they are
     wanted for a certain position. Convince them they are needed.

8.   Recruit individuals with a concern for their personal interests, goals,
     and motivations.

9.   Allow each person to specify their choice of service.

10.  Be enthusiastic about Scouting and the position.

11.  Stress the fact that you are offering an opportunity and extending
     an invitation for service and personal growth.

12.  Allow persons the opportunity to decline your invitation for service
     gracefully and guiltlessly.

13.  Give some thought to how well each person recruited will work with
     other persons in the section or on the committee.



A VOLUNTEER BILL OF RIGHTS



                                    
1.   The right to be treated as a co-worker -- not just as free help.

2.   The right to a suitable assignment, with consideration given to
     personal preference, temperament, life experience, educational and
     employment background.

3.   The right to know as much as possible about the organization -- its
     policies, programs, and people.

4.   The right to training for the job.

$.   The right to continuing education on the job, information about new
     developments, additional training for other responsibilities.

6.   The right to sound guidance and direction by someone who is
     experienced and has the time to invest.

7.   The right to a place to work.

8.   The right to be heard and to be part of the planning.

9.   The right to promotion (increased responsibility) and a variety of
     experiences.

10.  The right to recognition.