Documents/BSA2011/7: LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE & CULTURE/VII.II: Individual Leaders & Managers

VII.II: Individual Leaders & Managers

The BSA attracts, recruits, develops, rewards, and retains talented individuals who provide excellent professional leadership and management to Scouting.

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Specific Goals: 1. We have developed and implemented new, reliable methods for attracting and recruiting qualified, committed individuals who, before they begin working for the organization, clearly understand the demands and expectations of the work so they are better positioned to become long-term, high-impact employees. [December 2011] 2. We have implemented an employee development support structure that uses a cadre of mentors to help grow and nurture employees by sharing perspectives, encouraging innovation and risk taking, and providing encouragement for career advancement. [May 2012] 3. We have developed and implemented a robust and innovative employee development/training curriculum centered on career-long growth and learning. [December 2012] We have deployed the process, resources, and tools to identify and nurture our highest potential employees toward being high-impact contributors to the organization. [December 2013] 4. We have integrated wellness into the foundation of all we do for our employees, creating a more enjoyable and productive work environment. [December 2014] 5. We have selected a national cadre of highly capable volunteers to support the national and local councils in providing opportunities for BSA employees to learn and use the best tools and thinking available in the private sector. [December 2013]

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