It contains important information for Cadet Commander Applications.
Cadet Commander is a 12-month term (June 2026-May 2027)
For this application:
You will need to have two (2) documents created and ready to submit.
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.
See this 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 stand out.
Tell me why you are awesome, why you are a great fit for Cadet Commander right now, why you want to serve, what you’ll get out of it, how you’ll help the cadet program and your fellow Wingmen – in short, why you should get an interview.
Keep it to a single page, in your choice of format.
To apply for Cadet Commander:
Email your documents as attachments to Maj Kenny, Lt Col Bonk and Lt Col Albright
Applications are due by 2000 on Sat Apr 11
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 and committed to regular weekly participation
- Want to serve, learn and build your skills
- Committed to consistent, timely email communication
- Has the time to commit to the role of Cadet Commander
- Willing to prioritize leading as the Cadet Commander
- Be an exceptional example of a CAP cadet
Staffing guidelines:
The Cadet Commander is expected to do work AND have exec meetings outside of Tuesday meeting nights.
*Promotion guidelines do not apply to Eaker or Spaatz cadets
All eligible applicants for cadet commander will interview in-person on Tues. Apr 14
Your interview time will be assigned as soon as feasible after applications close.
Interviews on Apr 14 are mandatory.
Pre-existing, extenuating circumstances should be communicated to Lt Col Albright immediately.
Important Dates:
If you are selected for staff, these are important dates you need to have on your calendar:
Mon Apr 27 from 1800-2030 – Cadet Exec Planning Mtg w/Lt Col Albright**
**to be finalized once all exec staff are selected
Sat May 16: 0830-1300 – Cadet Staff Selection Exercise
Must commit to being available for the entire period as part of the evaluation team.
Sat May 30: 0830-1300 Required Cadet Staff Training
All selected Cadet Staff will meet at the squadron for initial training.
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Sat. Aug 22: Required Mid-Term Cadet Staff Training – 0830-1300
All Cadet Staff will meet for mid term review and additional training.
All dates are subject to modification due to 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 Lt Col Albright at [email protected]
Semper Vigilans,
Mary Albright Lt Col, CAP
Deputy Commander for Cadets