MEMORANDUM FOR Grp CC
               Grp CP
               Cadet or Composite Sq CC
               Any Cadet interested in applying for encampment staff

FROM: NYWG/CPAN 
      817 Stewart Avenue (Rear)
      Garden City, NY 11530-4856

SUBJECT: Cadet Staff Selection

1.  The encampment cadet staff selection is changing this year to a more 
formal process.  This memo is to set the expectations for staff selection 
this year.  This memo applies to cadets applying for staff positions other 
than cadet command staff (CC, DCC, XO, 1st Sgt).  A separate memo will 
address the cadet command staff application procedure.

2.  There will be two weekend activities specifically for encampment cadet 
staff to attend.  The first weekend (or one day event- will be determined 
later) is the staff selection exercise.  The second weekend is the traditional 
staff skills workshop.  Neither activity is required, however have an 
immeasurable impact on the cadet.  Approximate cost for each would be a 
maximum of $25 each activity, not including travel.  The selection weekend/
workshop is a great opportunity for applicants (especially first time 
applicants) to "put a face to a name".

3.  The staff selection weekend will test the applicants' knowledge in 
various areas, as well as measure their abilities to perform the duties of 
an encampment staff member.  There will be interviews, written tests and 
evaluations performed, tailored to each position available.  For example, 
an applicant for communications staff will be tested on their knowledge 
of communication procedures and paperwork, or an applicant for flight staff 
will be tested on drill and general knowledge.  All staff members will be 
evaluated on their professionalism (to include customs and courtesies), 
leadership ability and uniform wear.  Scores will be compiled with the 
results of the interview process and a decision made after the selection 
weekend/workshop.

4.  These new tests and evaluations are merely a formalization of the 
selection process.  Cadets are not expected to know the jobs they are 
applying for; learning them is one reason for attending encampments.  
However, having any related skills, ability or knowledge ahead of time will 
work to an applicant's advantage.  The intent of the tests are to gauge an 
applicant's ability and interest.  Specific criteria for each staff position 
will be posted on this webpage, as well as included hard copy with this 
memorandum (for squadron mailings).

5.  Cadets may augment their skill set by attending the NY Wing Leadership 
Workshop, which teaches some junior and senior NCO-level leadership skills 
that can be used at encampment or the home unit.  The workshop is tentatively 
planned to be held in three locations around the state on a Saturday (date 
TBD) early spring, and is open to anyone to attend.  A separate memorandum 
will detail the leadership workshop.

6.  Every cadet will have access to appropriate materials to prepare, and 
provisions will be made for those who cannot attend the workshops/weekends.  
We (cadet programs) understand attending an additional weekend is asking a 
lot of volunteers, so we will do our best to accommodate.  Every effort 
will be made to minimize the time and financial impact of this new program.  
If you have any questions, email me at val_n_andy@hotmail.com.



                           Andrew J. Welsh, Capt., CAP 
                           NYW Ast. Dir. of Cadet Prog., North 

Attachment:
Criteria for each staff position