The next staff rotation will begin Tues, June 7, 2022 and end on Tues, Nov 29, 2022
Click here to apply for Cadet Staff
Our selection process is carefully designed to allow us to operate effectively within these timelines; to allow for the stages of applications, interviews, selection and staff training, leading to a change of command and staff rotation.
Cadet Exec Staff Positions open include:
- Cadet Commander
- Executive Officer
- Deputy Cadet Commander – 2 positions
The incoming Cadet Executive Staff have been selected:
- Cadet Commander: C/Capt Braeden Krieger
- Cadet Executive Officer: C/1stLt Alison Wayman
- Deputy Cadet Commander: C/2dLt Lake Pringle
- Deputy Cadet Commander: C/2dLt Anna Stambaugh
Cadet Staff Positions open include:
- Administration
- Aerospace Education
- Communications
- Command NCO
- Emergency Services
- First Sergeant – multiple positions
- Flight Commander – multiple positions
- Flight Sergeant – multiple positions
- Leadership – multiple positions
- Logistics
- Public Affairs
- Recruiting & Retention
Note: There are multiple positions available for some categories.
We have 26 staff positions to fill. Position descriptions and responsibilities can be viewed here
You should also review the Cadet Staff Handbook.
We reserve the right to leave positions open should we deem it in the best interest of the squadron.
You will be asked to submit your Top 5 Staff Position preferences.
We will consider your preferences, but also have to take into account what is best for both individuals and the unit. Review the list of staff position and have your Top 5 ready.
Click here to start your Cadet Staff Application
It’s important to note though we ask your position preferences, ultimately all staffing decisions will be made with the needs of the overall unit in mind.
Applications Timeline
Apr 17 – Exec Applications Open
Apr 23 – Exec Applications Close
Apr 26 – Exec Staff Interviews
May 2 – Required Incoming Cadet Exec Staff Mtg w/LtCol Albright – 1830-2030
May 1 – Remaining Cadet Staff Applications Open
May 8 – Cadet Staff Applications Close
May 14- Cadet Staff Interviews & Evaluations – 0830-1300 @ Squadron Bldg
May 21 – Required Incoming Cadet Staff Training – 0830-1200 @ Squadron Bldg
All cadets will receive an email once applications for each group open.
For this application:
You will need to have two (2) documents created and ready to submit.
Hint: Do not write a book.
The goal of a resume and cover letter is to land an interview.
In the interview, you have the opportunity to go more in depth.
1. Resume in a standard format, emphasizing important CAP items.
You may include relevant non-CAP experiences/education, especially if you are newer to CAP.
We recommend you create your resume using the Technical Document information in CAPP 60-32 Staff Duty Analysis.
Use a professional template of your choice.
If this is your first time applying and you’ve never created a resume before, there are many templates available in Microsoft Word and Google Docs. Here’s a sample resume.
However, you should customize your resume to fit your own experiences and beliefs that make you an ideal candidate.
Do not submit a resume in memorandum format.
That format is unacceptable and may result in your not being offered an interview slot.
2. Letter of Interest/Cover Letter
This is your chance to use your own words to make you stand out.
Tell me why you are awesome, why you are a great fit for staff, why you want to serve, what you’ll get out of it, how you’ll help others – in short, why you should get an interview.
Keep it to a single page, in your choice of format.
I’m not going to tell you what you “have to say” – everyone is an individual.
You can read job descriptions and if you’ve been active, you know a bit from observation what our operation is like.
You also have the opportunity to ask questions now in advance of the application window opening.
If you need some ideas of what you could include, see these below.
- Why you want to serve on cadet staff
- What skills do you hope to use as a staff member
- What skills do you want to build during your staff term
- What qualities you have that make you a great team member
- What role you want to play in Anoka’s goals in the next term
- Any other aspects, qualities and/or skills about you that you think important for the evaluating team to know at the time of application
Flight Commander Applicants:
If you select Flight Commander as one of your top 5 positions, you must also submit three sample flight plans: one for a training flight, one for an Airman flight and one for a Staff Development flight.
Please see this link for flight plan submission requirements.
All required application elements must be received by 2000 on the deadline date for full consideration.
The deadline for Cadet Staff Applications is Sun. May 8 at 2000.
Ideal applicants:
- Demonstrate commitment to advancing your education having earned a minimum 2 promotions in the last 12 months*
- Must be a current, active member.
- Want to serve, learn and build your skills
- Committed to consistent, timely email communication.
Staffing guidelines:
ALL Staff members are expected to do work outside of Tuesday meeting nights.
*Promotion requirements do not apply to Eaker or Spaatz cadets
All eligible applicants will interview in-person on Sat. May 14.
Your interview time will be assigned as soon as applications close, but at this time you need to block 0830-1300 on May 14 until further notice.
Interviews on May 14 are mandatory.
Pre-existing, extenuating circumstances may considered if immediately communicated to LtCol Albright
Important Dates:
If you are selected for staff, these are important dates you need to have on your calendar:
Sat May 14 0830-1300 – Cadet Staff Interviews & Evaluation
Must commit to being available for the entire period.
Your assigned slot will be communicated once applications have closed.
Sat May 21 –0830-1200 Required Cadet Staff Training
All selected Cadet Staff will meet at the squadron for initial training.
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Sat. Aug 27 Mid-Term Cadet Staff Training – Time TBD
All dates are subject to modification due CAP operational directives.
We appreciate your understanding.
See the squadron visual Google Calendar on this page to click on and save these items to your personal calendar.
If you have questions during this application process, please direct your questions to LtCol. Albright at mary.albright@gmail.com
Click here to begin your Cadet Staff Application
Semper Vigilans,
Mary Albright LtCol, CAP
Deputy Commander for Cadets