NYLT Staff

After participation in an NYLT course, a Scout may apply to serve on staff. If you enjoyed NYLT, and you want to make sure other Scouts have the same rewarding experience, then staffing may be for you. Attending National Youth Leadership Training was a positive step in learning leadership skills for a successful Scouting career, but leadership skills learned in NYLT can also be used in other aspects of your life: school, church, home and your future professional career.  It is a lot of fun, but also requires dedication to hard work and preparation. Conducting a National Youth Leadership Training course takes a great deal of planning, plenty of inspiration, and the enthusiastic participation of manydedicated people. The rewards for participants, staff, and the Scouting movement are tremendous.

In an effort to extend an opportunity to youth who wish to staff an NYLT course and to clarify expectations for staff candidates, the Youth Training Committee will sponsor interviews on February 20th and March 5th.

Interviews will be held at:

St. John the Divine Church
2450 River Oaks Blvd
Houston, 77019

Corner of Westheimer and River Oaks Blvd

The whole process should take less than an hour.  It is not a test! It is a chance for you to show your skills and have fun!

We ask that you wear your “Field uniform.” That is sometimes called a “Full” or “Class A” uniform.

We ask that you prepare a 5-minute oral presentation on some aspect of Scouting or a Scouting skill. Choose a topic that you know well. You may use simple props or graphics. You may not use computers or computer projectors. You will give this presentation to several experienced NYLT Staffers.

You will be interviewed by several experienced NYLT Staffers. The interview will be about 6-8 minutes long.

You will be asked to respond to a few written questions that will relate to your experiences since NYLT. You do not need to study.

There is no fee for the interview. Confirmation of your interview time and additional information about the interview will be sent to you by email after your application is processed. Appropriate dress is field uniform (Class A).

Applicants will be placed in a pool of potential staff for future NYLT courses. Youth will not be aware of any evaluation or assessment for their presentation and interview, but may reapply in a future session if they feel their performance might improve.