Qualifications:
Be an older, experienced Boy Scout, Varsity Scout, or Venturer who has been a Boy Scout. Selected by the senior patrol leader and Scoutmaster, Varsity Scout Coach, or Venturing Advisor at the request of the Cubmaster or Webelos den leader. Preferably a former Cub Scout; ideally at least First Class rank. Approved by the Cubmaster and pack committee for recommendation to the Webelos den leader. Registered as a youth member of a troop, team, or crew.

Responsibilities:
The Webelos den chief's responsibilities are to

• Know the purposes of Cub Scouting.
• Help Webelos Scouts achieve the purposes of Cub Scouting.
• Serve as the activities assistant at Webelos den meetings.
• Set a good example through attitude and uniforming.
• Be a friend to the boys in the Webelos den.
• Help lead weekly den meetings.
• Help the Webelos den in its part of the monthly pack meeting.
• Meet regularly with the Webelos den leader to review den meeting plans.
• Help Webelos den leaders as requested.
• Help Webelos Scouts in their work with activity badge counselors.
• Help the Webelos denner and assistant denner to be leaders.
• Receive training from the den leader (and Cubmaster or assistant Cubmaster) and attend Den Chief Training.
• Help with Webelos overnight campouts and other outdoor experiences.
• Help with joint Webelos Scout-Boy Scout activities.
• Keep in contact with the assistant Scoutmaster in the troop.
• Help the assistant Scoutmaster and Cubmaster plan graduation ceremonies for Webelos Scouts.