What you see here are clear, distributed, and autonomous role descriptions that you, as a Contributor in Cloud Scouts, can be selected into by a Circle leader.

Now, keep in mind that Circles will only be added one at a time with intention, through consent. The roles below are only examples of what they might look like now, but if you are a member of that particular Patrol, you may decide something entirely different.

These are structured similarly to “interns” or “volunteers,” where what you contribute to the community in these roles, under their term limits set by the Circle and yourself, will allow you to earn based on those contributions. What does this mean? Your Patrol will choose how funds are distributed for paid materials. Each has their own needs and aims but each work collectively.

When making a proposal that effects the whole community, Circle leaders will come together to make those decisions in rounds, with consent. This includes compensation proposals that fall OUTSIDE of equitable distribution methods. Remember, it’s not supposed to be easy, but this process will teach us a lot along the way and allow us to have tough discussions together.

We love experimentation in Cloud Scouts so all ContributorID holders are encouraged to propose new Operational Roles.

As you know, the service we provide to Scouts (and each other) is continuous learning through a Foundations Program and ongoing Merit Badges, this is the work that Operational Roles produce. And we do all this with the help of AI and our peers through outreach and networking, building our own skills while helping others. This is the value we provide to the wider web3 space.

Circle Roles:

1. Circle Facilitator

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   • Description: The Circle Facilitator ensures productive meetings by managing time and encouraging member participation.
   • Task: Prepare and share meeting agendas, facilitate discussions, and use AI tools to generate meeting summaries.
   • Essentially this person runs the meetings! There are templates for this that make the process super easy and quick, just bring your extrovert self!

2. Circle Secretary

   • Description: The Circle Secretary maintains records and documentation for the circle.
   • Task: Use AI tools to transcribe and organize meeting notes, maintain circle documentation, and manage circle calendar.
   • This person takes notes during meetings…that’s it. Just show up with a smile and make sure to take detailed notes - this could even include simply making sure each meeting is recorded 👀 super easy!

3. Circle Delegate

   • Description: The Circle Delegate represents their circle in larger meetings and communicates decisions and updates.
   • Task: Attend cross-circle meetings, use AI tools to summarize and share circle updates, and relay relevant information to circle members.
   • This is a very important role because you get to go between Patrols to represent both, ensuring that consent is made between each and conversations are translated properly. This also means you get double meetings 😬 so make sure you have the time. (minimum 2-3 hours/week)

4. Patrol Leader

   • Description: The Patrol Leader is responsible for leading a small group or "patrol" within a specific circle. They ensure smooth communication within the patrol, facilitate collaboration among patrol members, and represent the patrol in larger circle meetings. They also guide their patrol toward achieving specific goals and objectives related to the circle's aims.
   • Task: Use AI tools to manage and organize patrol tasks, delegate responsibilities to patrol members, and monitor progress. Coordinate regular patrol meetings to discuss updates, address challenges, and celebrate successes. Act as a liaison between the patrol and the larger circle, ensuring that the patrol's contributions align with the circle's overall objectives.

5. Scribe

   • Description: The Scribe plays a crucial role in capturing and documenting important information during circle and patrol meetings. They maintain a clear and organized record of discussions, decisions, and action items to ensure that all members stay informed and access relevant information easily.
   • Task: Utilize AI tools to transcribe meetings, summarize key points, and create organized meeting notes. Update relevant documentation and project management tools to reflect new decisions, deadlines, and responsibilities. Share meeting summaries with circle and patrol members, and ensure that all important information is properly archived and accessible. Assist in tracking progress on action items and remind members as needed.

6. Troop Guide

   • Description: The Troop Guide supports new Scouts in their onboarding process and helps them navigate the community.
   • Task: Orient new Scouts, use AI tools to answer questions, share resources, and check in with Scouts regularly.
   • This role shows new members around and ensures everyone has the information they need to succeed.

7. Navigator

   • Description: The Navigator assists the circle in defining and maintaining their goals and vision.
   • Task: Use AI tools to visualize and track circle goals, facilitate goal-setting discussions, and provide updates on progress.

Operational Roles:

1. DEIBA Specialist (DEIBA Circle)
   • Description: The DEIBA Specialist implements diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and accessibility initiatives.
   • Task: Use AI tools to analyze community engagement, identify areas for improvement, and share DEIBA resources.