Class Code 8744
Boy/Girl Scout Councils – District Execs
Class code 8744 applies to paid district executives and comparable field staff who manage Boy/Girl Scout council programs in California. The approved pure premium rate is $0.337 per $100 of payroll, which helps determine workers' comp costs for these employees. Understanding the specific duties and hazards for district execs matters for accurate classification and effective loss control.
What Class Code 8744 Covers
This classification covers paid council staff whose primary duties are district-level program management and support for youth scouting units — commonly titled district executive, district director, or field service representative. Typical work includes recruiting and training volunteer leaders, coordinating troop and pack activities, conducting site and camp inspections, organizing fundraising and community outreach, and traveling frequently to meetings and events. The job is a blend of office/administrative tasks and fieldwork: staff spend time in council offices preparing materials, but routinely perform one-on-one visits, outdoor site visits, and event setup that expose them to non-office hazards. Volunteers, unpaid parents, and youth members are not classified under this payroll code, though councils often insure volunteers separately; seasonal camp counselors and paid camp staff are usually assigned different class codes and should be audited separately.
Who It Applies To
- District executives and district directors employed by Boy/Girl Scout councils
- Field service representatives and program coordinators assigned to districts
- Membership or volunteer recruitment staff who perform regular field visits
- Event and fundraising coordinators employed by council headquarters
- Staff who conduct camp inspections, site visits, and unit support
Common Job Duties
- Visiting troop/pack meetings, schools, and community partners to support units
- Recruiting, screening, and training volunteer leaders and adult supervisors
- Planning and coordinating district-level events, fundraisers, and service projects
- Inspecting campsites, facilities, and event locations for safety and compliance
- Frequent driving between meeting sites, camps, and council offices
- Preparing reports, membership records, and program materials in an office setting
- Delivering first-aid, safety briefings, or youth protection training as needed
Common Injury Risks
Understanding the $0.337 Rate
The pure premium rate of $0.337 per $100 of payroll is the loss cost component insurers use to price coverage; it reflects expected losses for the classification. To estimate the pure premium dollar amount multiply total payroll by 0.337/100 — for example, $50,000 payroll yields (50,000/100) × 0.337 = $168.50 in pure premium before adjustments. The final employer premium will also include the insurer's expense/loading, experience modification, California assessments, any group rating or scheduled credits, and policy-level endorsements or deductibles.
Cal/OSHA Compliance Requirements
Employers must maintain a written Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) and comply with Cal/OSHA requirements for training, recordkeeping, and hazard communication when applicable. For staff who work outdoors or travel frequently, specific Cal/OSHA rules to emphasize include heat illness prevention, emergency action and first-aid readiness, vehicle safety policies for employees who drive on company business, and training on manual handling and ladder safety when inspecting facilities. Keep accurate OSHA 300/301 logs when payroll staff meet reportable injury thresholds and document safety training and volunteer screening procedures.
How Key HR Helps Employers Under Class Code 8744
A PEO like Key HR can centralize payroll classification, ensure district executives are coded correctly, and manage California workers' comp claims and filings to speed return-to-work. Key HR provides tailored loss-control programs — driver qualification policies, heat-illness and first-aid training, post-incident investigations, and safety checklists for site inspections — which lower claim frequency and support more favorable experience ratings. We also handle certificates, audits, and state-specific compliance so councils can focus on program delivery while controlling comp costs.
Get a QuoteFrequently Asked Questions
Are volunteer leaders and unpaid parents covered under class code 8744?
No. Class code 8744 applies to paid district-level staff. Volunteers and unpaid helpers are typically not payroll employees and are not assigned this wage-based class, though councils often obtain separate volunteer liability or representation coverage. Key HR can review your operations and recommend coverage options for volunteers.
Do seasonal camp counselors fall under 8744?
Usually not. Seasonal camp counselors and paid camp staff perform different duties and face different hazards than district executives, so they are commonly assigned separate camp-related class codes. Conduct a payroll and duties audit to ensure seasonal and camp employees are properly classified to avoid audits and rate surprises.
What practical steps reduce workers' comp costs for district executives?
Focus on proactive controls: enforce driver-safety and vehicle-inspection policies, provide lift/ergonomics training and equipment for gear handling, implement heat-illness prevention and cold-weather plans for outdoor work, keep rigorous incident reporting and early return-to-work programs, and maintain clear documentation of volunteer screening and youth protection training. These measures lower claims and improve your experience modification factor.
Quick Facts
- Class Code
- 8744
- Classification
- Boy/Girl Scout Councils – District Execs
- Pure Premium Rate
- $0.337 / $100 payroll
- Effective Date
- September 1, 2026
- Source
- WCIRB Approved Filing
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