Kingdom & Local Officers
Bureaucracy, the people who provide for the smooth running of things, abounded in the Middle Ages as well as in the modern world. the SCA is no different! If you have a question or do not know where to turn, start with the local officers. You will find similar offices on both the local and kingdom levels. Officers in the SCA are appointed to their positions, not elected. Local officers are required to report periodically to their kingdom superiors. If you join the SCA and receive a kingdom newsletter, you will find the names of the kingdom officers and the local seneschal for each group printed in each issue. Local officers are:
Seneschal:
The representative for the local group in the outside world. Acts as the chief
administrative officer, similar to a group's president.
Pursuivant:
The local heraldic
officer. In charge of making announcements and helping people research their names and heraldic devices in preparation for
submission to the College of Heralds.
Knight
Marshal:
In charge of the rules and regulations for fighting and archery. Sees to the safety of the participants.
Keeps a record of who is authorized locally. Is responsible for seeing that fighters have an opportunity for training.
Chancellor
of the Exchequer:
In charge of the financial affairs of the group. Also known as the Treasurer or Reeve.
Minister
of Arts and/or Minister of Sciences:
Coordinates the study and practice of the medieval arts and sciences.
See this officer if you have any questions in these areas or want to learn more about one of the skills and crafts.
Chronicler:
Publishes
the group's newsletter, which can range from a simple schedule of upcoming events to a booklet containing articles by local
members.
Chatelain:
The Chatelain(e), also known as the Hospitaller, is responsible for the encouragement and empowerment of newcomers
in the group. This involves both actively chatting to interested people at demos and other public events, and fielding
enquiries about the group. The Chatelaine is also responsible for the housing of the Shire Garb.
Webminister:
The webminister is an officer who controls the content of a group's website.
Chirurgeon:
Certified in the modern world in
first aid. Usually available at events to provide first aid for minor injuries.
Not a required office for local groups.
