Troop 318 holds leadership elections/appointments every six months, typically in December and July.  Candidates interested in being the Senior Patrol Leader and Assistant Senior Patrol Leader run for office as a pair.  All other leadership positions are appointed by the Senior Patrol Leader.  A Scout must be at least First Class rank to hold a leadership position except for a Patrol Leader and an Assistant Patrol Leader.  All positions typically serve for a six month term.

Troop 318 holds leadership elections/appointments every six months, typically in December and July.  Candidates interested in being the Senior Patrol Leader and Assistant Senior Patrol Leader run for office as a pair.  All other leadership positions are appointed by the Senior Patrol Leader.  A Scout must be at least First Class rank to hold a leadership position except for a Patrol Leader and an Assistant Patrol Leader.  All positions typically serve for a six month term.