Senior members are essential to a successful encampment. It's not required for a senior member to have full knowledge of Cadet Programs in CAP to participate in encampment, but it helps. Many senior who come to encampment learn a great deal about Cadet Programs and take this new knowledge back to their home squadron and apply it. It's a challenge for many senior members to attend encampment is it typically requires time off from work. The sacrifices of senior members in the past who devoted their time to Cadet Programs is immensely appreciated and we're always glad to have them back for next year.

Below is a list of available staff positions at this time:

Executive Officer

The CAP executive officer assists the commander in the administration of the encampment. The executive officer relieves the commander of supervisory details and performs duties assigned by the commander. Job requires excellent organizational skills and experience in communicating effectively with staff. The principal responsibilities of the executive officer are:

• The proper administration of the encampment and its personnel to include supervision of Personnel Authorizations, Military Support Authorizations, and other administrative requirements deemed necessary by the commander.
• The efficient operation of the encampment, to include supervision of: communications, transportation, tours, and military sponsored activities, and other operational responsibilities deemed necessary by the commander.

Tactical Officer (4-5 positions)

Responsible for safety and supervision of assigned cadet flight. They must be present with cadet flight at any time they are not in a supervised area. Monitor overall conduct and progress of flight experience and report to Commandant of Cadets any outstanding issues. Serve as counselor to cadets as needed. Requires some experience with Cadet Programs mission.

Medical Officer (2-3 positions)

Provide first aid and simple recommendations for minor cadet injuries or illness. Control, distribute and document pre-approved OTC drugs and prescriptions. Coordinate and supervise any cadet that requires professional medical help.

Safety Officer

Evaluate safety risks in environment and establish plans and procedures to minimize those risks. Report safety issues to the Encampment Commander, collect information from staff regarding safety concerns and follow-up on previous safety issues. Inspect sleeping quarters for proper operation of safety equipment. Investigate all safety issues that result in any injury.

Logistics Officer

Coordinate transportation for cadet activities, deliver fresh water to remote locations, errands, procuring supplies and manging corporate vehicle fleet.

Communications Officer

Manage communications procedures and assets.

Chaplain

Counsel cadets as needed, coordinate and conduct moral leadership sessions during the week and coordinate religious services and special needs.

-- JoeMorris - 14 Apr 2007