The district program chairperson does the following:

• Reports to district chairperson.
• Recruits enough of the right people as activities and civic service, training, camp promotion and outdoor, and advancement and recognition chairmen.
• Ensures that district operating committee chairperson and committee members are trained to carry out the functions of the district.
• Helps district operating committee chairperson recruit an adequate number of members to carry out the program functions of the district.
• Plans (with the district executive) the district's annual program planning conference and program review meeting.
• Coordinates with operating committee chairperson the district's annual program calendar.
• In cooperation with the district executive, sets goals for the district program committees, tracks their progress and ensures the completion of those goals.
• Recognizes individuals and committees for their Scouting accomplishments.
• Supports local and national Scouting policies, procedures and practices.
• Encourages the district's role to attain public support of Scouting