CAP MnNuar, No.

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Hnloquanmns Cryrr,Arn Pnrnol BOLLING Aln FoncnBesu WasurucroN,FEBRUAnv 1952

Foreword
This manual has been prepared specifically for Civil Air Patrol personnel who are participating in the program as staff officers. This manual explains in detail the basic duty assignments of staff officers for w'ings, Groups, Squadrons,and Cadet Organization. The purpose of this manual is to give each civil Air patrol staff officer a practical working howledge of his duties and responsibilities and an appreciation of the rnanner in which the duties of each offieer fits together with the duties of his associates. An uaderstanding of these duties will further develop Civil Air Patrol into an organization ttrat is capable of and prepared for effective service fs fulfill its part as a vital component of our country's air defense. This manual will open new areas of interest for cAp officers beginning new assignments and may give the experienced staff officer new viewpoints.

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Coordinotion fror Wing Sfofi

Each Wing Commander is appointed by the National Commander and commands all CAP personnel in his state or territory. The Wing Commander appoints the wing staff and the commanders of Fubordinate units, which he may activate or deactivate. The subordinate unit commanders in turn appoint their staffs and the commanders of units under them. The various staff officers relieve the commanding officers of detail work by gathering, arranging, and estimating for hirn susfu material and data as he requires to reach the decisions involved in carrying out the responsibilities of his command. The stafr officers will function furtler in their specific fields as representatives of the comrnandiag officr to see that his deeisions and orders are being carried out properly. Much staff work is accomplished by inspections of the various units within the commaad. These inspections are made by the commander and by staff officers. Staff members must be familiar with orders and directives received from higher authorities in order to see"that they are properly executed. The staff must aid the wing commander in carefully estimating his potential local problems and, within the general policies laid down from higher headquarters, prepare plans and training programs and required material for whatever may be foreseen. Wing Comqnding Officer (1) The Wing Commander is directly responsible to the National Commander, Civil Air Patrol. (2) It is his responsibiliW to conform with and insure that all Wing personnel conform with the corporate Constitution and By-Laws and CAP directives emanating from National Headquarters. (3) The Wing Commander is fully responsible for all CAP matters within his Wing, both operational and administrative. (a) He is solely responsible for training, discipline, morale, administration, supply and operation. (5) He is responsible for all property assigned or issued to the Wing and personnel thereof; for the proper care, use, and preservation of such property. (6) The Wing Commander will make frequent visits to all units under his command. (7) In order to provide the Commanding Officer with assistance in meeting these responsibilities, he is authorized a staff. Members of that staff do not exercise direct command. The orders which they may issue are issued in the name'of, or by order of, the Commanding: Officer. The Wing Commander will utilize his staff to assist him in meeting responsibilities. A proper distributon of work among the Wing staff members

is required if the responsibilities are to be fully and efficiently met. The Wing Staff is to aid the Commanding Officer in preparing plans for the Wing and subordinate units. Deputy Wing Commonder (L) Assists the Wing Commander in formulating plans and effecting compliance with policies. (2) Relieves the Wing Commander of various routine and administrative duties. (3) Assumes command of the Wing in the absence of the Wing Commanding Officer. Wing Executive Officer (1) Is the principal coordinating and compliance officer for the Wing Commander in carrying out the affairs of the Wing. (2) Coordinates the activity of the various sections. (3) Assumes the duties of the Wing Commander in the absence of the Wing Commander and the Deputy Wing Commander. (4) Establishes procedure in accordance with announced policies of the Wing Commander. He will transmit the decisionsof the Commander to appropriate Staff Officers for preparation of the necessary orders, or transmit them in the form of orders to those who execute them. (5) Formulates and announces policies for the general operation of the Staff. (6) Keeps the Wing Commander informed of the situation of the command as to strength, morale, training, equipment, supply and general effectiveness. (7) He insures that orders and instructions of the Wing Commander are complied with. (B) Makes a continuous study of the situation with a view of being prepared for future contingencies. (9) Assembles routine staff section reports and after their approval by the Wing Commander forwards required copies to higher headquarters. (10) The Executive Officer meets the administrative functions for which the Commanding Officer is held responsible and does so in the name of the Commanding Offflcer. 2 \

Wing Air Inspecfor (1) Keeps the Wing Commander informed as to the efficiency and economy of operation of the Wing. (2) He is responsible for conduct of periodic inspections of units and activities within the Wing to include all administrative and technical matters. (3) Performs special inspections and investigations as required and/or when directed by the Commanding Officer. (4) Supervises personnel assigned to the inspection section. (5) Renders advice and assistanceto subordinate units as required, and makes recommendations for improvement where applicable. (6) Responsible for inspection of motor vehicles and aircraft assigned to the Wing to insure compliance with acceptable maintenance standards. (7) Renders interpretations of directives when necessary and keeps the Commanding Officer informed as to compliance with directives. Wing Administrotive Inspector (1) The Administrative Inspector is responsible to the lVing Air Inspector. (2) Conducts administrative inspections of subordinate units.within the Wing and renders reports thereon. (3) Conducts such other special inspections and investigations as directed by the Wing Air Inspector. (4) Renders advice and assistanceto subordinate units relative to administrative matters as required. (5) Maintains current file of all regulations and directives. (6) Coordinates with other staff sections and the Air Force Liaison Staff, and makes recommendations regarding administrative practices and procedures where applicable. Wing Technicql Inspector (1) The Technical Inspector is under the direct supervision of the Wing Air Inspector. (2) He conducts inspections of motor vehicles, aircraft, and other equipment within

the Wing to ascertain general maintenance conditions, and renders reports thereon' (3) Advises the Wing Commanding Officer and makes recommendations regarding utilization of equipment. (4) Conducts such other inspections and investigations as directed by the Wing Air Inspector. (5) Ilaintains current inspection guides and coordinates frequently with the Air Force Aircraft Maintenance Technician regarding establishedAir Force maintenance standardsfor on-loan equipment. (6) Maintains current status boards shorving location and condition of vehicles and aircraft. Wing Choploin (1) Implements the Air Force Chaplain Program (where possible) within the Wing. and recommends to the Commanding Officer general and specific adaptations of the program to meet the needs of the organization. (2) Exercises supervisory responsibilities of Chaplain activities within the Wing bya. Making frequent field trips and personal contacts. b. Providing special attention, support, and Chaplain coverage for the cadet program. c. Reviewing all reports of Chaplains from the units, extracting pertinent data as needed. (3) Advises on assignment of Chaplains within the Wing. (4) ntaintains necessary personnel records and proper provisional rosters and information concerning chaplains for Office of Air Chaplain, National Headquarters, Civil Air Patrol. (5) Promotes cordial relations betrveen military and civilian organizations, as thel; are related to the Civil Air Patrol progran. (6) Performs or provides all necessarlreligious ceremonial functions. Assistqnt Wing Choploin (1) Performs the duties of Wing Chaplain, during the absence of Wing Chaplain. (2) Assists the Wing Chaplain in the performance of duties noted above.

Wing Director of Public Informqtion Wing Director of Public Information acts as Staff Advisor to the Wing Commander on all matters pertaining to public information and public relations. (1) Is responsible to the Wing Commander for an adequate and efficient public information structure throughout his Wing. (2) n{akes frequent visits to lend assistance to unit Public Information Offices, in order to insure uniformity of action and accomplishment. (3) Responsibleto the Wing Commander for the dissemination of statewide publicity on Civil Air Patrol. He deals with all news nedia. (4) He arranges for speaking engagen:ents of CAP personnel before service clubs, military organizations, municipal groups, (5) Insures that close liaison is main:alned rvith National Headquarters Director ci' P:rblic Information, in order that the lattr lt:ai- be in position to effect national publicitl- on Ciril Air Patroi. (6) Assists in recruiting programs for both senior and cadet members. (7) Maintains close liaison with Air Force Public Information Offices at Air Force bases within his state. He keeps them informed about CAP activities and seeks their assistancewhere needed. Assistqnt Wing Director of Public lnformqtion (1) Is specifically responsible to the Wing Director of Public Information for maintaining close liaison with National Headquarters Director of Public Information. (2) Keeps National Headquarters informed about all future operations, with emphasison their nen's value and possibility for national publicitr-. He works closelywith media representatives who are sent by National Headquarters to cover any particular story. (3) Responsible to the Wing Director of Public Information for continual forwarding of original news stories, photographs, feature articles, local promotional material, and clippings on CAP activities throughout the

state to Director of Public Information' National Headquarters Civil Air Patrol, Bollins Air Force Base, Washington 25, D. C. He sees to it that subordinate unit PIO's do the same. (4) Assists Wing Director of Public Information in making visits to lorper echelons to check effectiveness of unit PIO's and to make suggestions for improving the effectiveness of their activities. Wing Press Officer (1) Wing Press Officer's sole responsibility is to handle publicity on all Wing activities with NEWSPAPERS AND WIRE SERVICES, trade journals, house organs' and other publications in his state. He will inform newspapers and wire services in his state on all future operations, meetings, and other newsworthy matters which can and should be brought to the attention of the public. (2) If there are Air Force bases within the geographical limits of the state, he will keep base PIO's informed about the activities of his Wing, and seek Air Force PIO assistance whenever and wherever needed. (3) He will work closely with \il'ing photographer and unit photographers to insure good photographic coverage of CAP activities. (4) Will work closely with Wing Radio and TV officer to make certain that the latter two media are "in the picture" on all CAP operations and other newsworthy events. :: ($) Assists unit PIO (subordinate unit) on any operation which nay be too big for the former to haudle alone, on request. (6) Coordinates all press activities when there is more than one CAP unit in a metropolitan area. Wing Rqdio qnd TV Officer (1) Wing Radio and TV Officer's sole responsibility is to handle publicity on all Wing activities with radio and television stations. (2) He will inform radio and TV stations in his state on all future operations, meetings, and other newsworthy events which 4

can and should be brought to the attention of the public. (3) If there are Air Force bases within the geographical limits of the state, he will keep base PIO's informed about the activities of his Wing, and seek Air Foree PIO assistance with particular reference to tape recordings and motion pictures in the field for possibleradio and TV use. (a) He will closely coordinate his activities with Wing Press Officer, to insure maximum coverage. Wing Photogrophic Officer (1) He is responsible to the Wing Director of Public Information for an effective news and historical photographic program throughout the Wing. (2) Agsists and advises unit Commanders in their selection and utilization of unit photographers. (3) Works closely with Wing Press Officer in the dissemination of news photographs to news media. (4) Insures that a constant flow of good news photographs of CAP in acti'on reach National Headquarters Director of Public Information. (5) Maintains liaision with Air Force base photo officers, and seeks their assistance where needed. (6) He is responsible for feature photo. graph coverage of major CAP events, such as SARCAP missions, disaster missions, and actual missions of the search and reseue or mercy mission categories. Wing Adiulonr (1) Is responsible to the Wing Commander. (2) Manages the administrative details for the Wing Commander in a liaison capacity by recording, analyzing, routing and authenticating incoming and outgoing correspondenceand Wing directives. (3) Establishes and maintains files and a records administration program, a mail and message distribution agency, and a special orders section. (4) Supervises postal activities and distribution of Publications.

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(5) Responsible for all administrative matters pertaining to Wing. (6) Disseminates the policies of the Wing Commander to all concerned by preparing and/or publishing staff memorandums, policy letters, general and special orders, etc. (7) Authenticates all correspondencefor the Wing Commander unless otherrvise directed. (B) Accomplishes final review of all Wing Headquarters correspondence and publications prior to authentication, publication and distribution. (9) Operates message center which receives, logs, and distributes all incoming and outgoing correspondence,wires and publica-

tions to or from proper staff sections, subordinate commands, or higher headquarters. (10) Responsiblefor staff coordination on all matters as directed by Wing Commander. (11) Responsible for records administration of Wing Headquarters and subordinate commands. (12) Maintains a file of all correspondence and publications pertaining to the Wing Headquarters and subordinate commands. Wing Assisfont Adlutont Assists the Wing Adjutant in the performance of his official duties and assumes the duties of the Adjutant in his absence.

WING HEADQUARTERS SQUADRON

Wing Heodquorters Squodron Commcndqnt (1) Commanding Officer of Headquarters Squadron is Headquarters Commandant for all CAP personnel on duty with the Wing Headquarters. (2) Provides custodial and utilities service for the Headquarters. (3) Operates Headquarters Flight Division. (4) Responsible for Headquarters Squadron Supplies. (5) Responsible for unit personnel office for the Headquarters Squadron. (6) Responsiblefor messing facilities as required. (7) Responsible for crash rescue and structural fire protection if required. (8) Responsible for security and enforcement and maintenance of standards of conduct and discipline within \Ying Headquarters Squadron. (9) Directs and coordinates all ground training of the Headquarters Squadron. Processes all technical school applications, directs and coordinates on the job training for Headquarters Squadron personnel. (10) Plans and supervises receipt, stor&EE, maintenance, delivery, issue, and reporting of all supplies for Wing Headquarters Squadron. Accountable officer for Headquarters Squadron property and supplies. (11) Performs all functions incident to record-. of personnel assignedto Wing Headquarters Squadron. Prepares and maintains all reports, rosters, records, and correspondenee pertaining to personnel matters of both officer and airman. (12) Responsiblefor all phases of maintenanee and operation of aircraft assigned to Wing Headquarters Squadron. (13) Responsiblefor all phases of maintenance and operation of motor vehicles assigned to Wing Headquarters Squadron. Adiutonf snd Personnel Ofticer of Wing Heodquorters Squodron (1) As representative of Commanding Officer, Wing Headquarters Squadron, performs administration duties to coordinate operation of the squadron. (2) Coordinates routine personnel actions. (3) Receives, routes, and follows up incoming mail and correspondencefor Headquarters Squadron. (4) Prepares, reviews, and authenticates outgoing: correspondence for Headquarters Squadron. (5) Directs preparation of records and reports originating in organization.

(6) Authenticates and distribrifes orders' and communications in the lnsiructions, Headname of the commanding officer of the 'quarters Squadron. (?) Aruanges and coordinates training and meetings for Headquarters prog"u-. :Squadron. Heodquqrrers Squodron Mointe' Winq SuPPlY, qnd TronsPorfolion iJn.", Officer (1) Directs, supervises, and coordinates section' the activities of the maintenance section' vehiele supply section, and motor (Z) proviaes organizational- maintenance powon'wing aircraft, motor vehicles' and Wing to g*:ou"d equipment, assigned """a Headquarters Squadron' and is(3) -of Provides for receipt, storage' supplies for Wing Headquarters' If *o* iequired, plovides sales store, commissary' and post eichange facilities' May be responsible for laundry and dry cleaning arrangements. (4) Provides transportation and refueling serviees for both aircraft and vehicles asligned Wing Headquarters Squadron' Operates motor pool and allied equipment' Wing Heodquorters Squodron Operofions Officer (OPtionol) (1) Schedules aircraft assigned to Wing Headquarters Squadron. (2) Insures proficiency of pilots prior to authorizing flights in CAP aircraft assigned Wing Headquarters Squadron. (3) Maintains records and submits reports as required. (4) Conducts flights and ground training as required. (5) May be responsible for operations officer, tower air ground communications and crash rescue teams. (See item 1, Maintenance, Supply and Transportation Officer')

bers on legal aspeets of their work' Prepares opinions and gives advice on such matters u* Cep Regulations, purchases, taxation' insurance, claims, liabilities and rights, and privileges of senior and cadet members of CAP. (3) Coordinates and directs the activities and duties of subordinate unit Legal Officers with a view to forwarding the mission of CAP anil facititating the work of such officers. (4) Maintains liaison with the Headquarters Civil Air Patroi Legal Officer, and with such state and local agencies as may be necessary, regarding legal problems or proposed state and local legislation which may affect CAP. (5) Must have a comprehensive knowledge of legal principles and applications' Must have been admitted to the practice of law before the highest court of the state wherein the Wing is located. Should have broad legal experience as a practicing attorney. Training in military law and Air Force .or Army administration is desirable. 'Wing Medicol Ofticer (1) Is responsible to the Wing Commander. (2) Advises the Wing staff on all matters pertaining to the hygiene and sanitation of the Wing. (3) Assists the GrouP and Squadron Commanders in obtaining competent medical officers for their staffs. (4) Insures that each unit within the Wing is properly equipped with adequate first aid equipment. Periodically inspects all Mobile Support Units in the Wing for proper medical equipment and uniformity of same. Insures that all Group and Squadron Medical Officers are familiar with the most current methods of treatment for burns, shock, and other iniuries peculiar to aircraft accidents' (5) Is responsible that all Group and Squadron Medical Officers carefully examine ati Cadet Candidates for the Exchange Program and drill teams to insure that they are physically qualified to participate' He will also advise all Group and Squadron Medical Officers of their responsibility to have eaeh

Wing Legol Officer (1) Legal advisor to the Wing Commander.

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ca,j: :rcrn their unit attending the Summer E:::r:.p,nent properly immunized, and that ::--=".in-.ure that each cadet is physically . .:.-.ied to attend and is free from com:-:::.cable diseases. 6 ) -''Iaintains proper records and his:-ries at Wing Headquarters of all injuries .: deaths of CAP members, seniors or cir',:=:s, rvhich have resulted from participatic,n :r CAP activities.

Assistent Wing Coordinqtor for Women's Activ!fies Performs duties as directed by Wing Coordinator for Women's Activities. Wing Coordinotor of Civil Defense (1) llaintains liaison between the State Civil Defense officials and the CAP at Wing level. (2) Receives from the pertinent \{ing Staff Sections information concerning the current Wing operational effectiveness (inclucl:ngstatus and amount of equipment and :rained personnel) and keeps the Civil Defense officials informed of this potential a-.sistance available to them. (3) Keeps the Wing Commanderand staff informed of current plans and policies of State and National Civil Defense agencies, and Headquarters Civil Air Patrol, USAF. (4) Coordinates with the Wing training oAcel regarclingspecialized training to meet Cir-il D efen-.e commitments. (5) Coordinatesri'ith State Civil Defense offficialsand the \\-ing regarding Civil Defense practice mis:ions (including practice missions requested b1- lorver echelon CAF units). (6) Prepares such reports on Civit Defense as required by National Headquarters. Desirable that he be a member of the State Civil Defense staff. (7) Disseminates inforrnation on Civil Defense concerning all Civii Defense plans and policies to the lorver echelons of the CAP Wing. (8) Coordinates with Wing Operations Officer in scheduling practice missions to evaluate the effectiveness and,/or the State of readiness of the Mobile Support Unit. (If practice mission involves Civil Defense personnel, approval must be obtained frona State Civil Defenseofficials.) Wing Director of Personnel (1) Directs and supervises activities relating to Civil Air Patrol personnel matters. (2) Responsible for the preparation and maintenance of records, rosters, correspondence, and reports pertaining to Civil Air Patrol personnel matters. 7

Assislqnt Wing Medical Offlcer (Wing Nurse)

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Wing Coordinotor for Women's Activities The Wing Coordinatol for Women's Artivities 'will serve (on the Wing Staff) :.s an advisor to the \lrins Commander as ir relates to(1) The integration of u'omen in existing CAP activities. (2) The nomination of qualified women for lower echelonstaff positions. (3) Contacts with women's clubs, parent teachers groups, 99'ers, and other similar groups in order to promote the CAP program for women and girls, to explain the value of aviation education,etc. (4) Contacts x'ith \\'AF officers (to be coordinated with AF-CAP Liaison Offfrcer) in the area for the purpose of olttaining their assistanceand cooperation in the program as instructors, aiding in summer encampments, etc. (5) Girl cadet encampments.and rvomen supervisorsfor same. (6) Contactswith other Regional advisors and Wing Coordinators (for \\-crren's Activities) concerning the improsements and expansion of the program for rvomen and girls. (7) Contacts with Girl Scout regional and./or local headquarters for the purpose of coordinating policies emanating from National Headquarters, CAP. (8) Cooperation with state aeronautics officials. (9) The interstate exchange of girl cadets r','henpractical.

(3) Responsible for maintaining master personnel records file for all Civil Air Patrol personnel assigned to the Wing. 14) Prepares plans and makes recommendations relating to personnel procurement and requirements. (5) Responsible for processing membership applications, recommendations for promotion, and recommendations for'awards and decorations. (6) Issues necessary directives in regard to personnel matters. (7) Advises the Wing Commander in all matters relating to Civil Air Patrol personnel.

Assistont Wing Director of Personnel Performs duties as directed by the Wing Director of Personnel. Wing Personnel Clerk
Performs the following duties under the supervision of the Director and Assistant Director of Personnel: (1) Maintains correspondence and publications flle for Personnel Office. (2) Types correspondence and reports pertaining to Personnel. (3) Assists the records clerk in processing and filing membership applications, recommendations for promotion, and recommendations for awards and decorations. Wlng Personnel RecordsClerk Performs the following duties under the supervision of the Director and Assistant Director of Personnel: (1) Processes membership applications. (2) ProcessesRecommendations for promotion. (3) Processes Recommendations for Awards and Decorations. (4) Maintains personnel records file, (201) files for all senior and cadet members for all pelrsonnelassigned to the Wing. (5) Assists the Personnel Clerk in maintaining correspondenceand publications file for the personnel office and typing correspondence. ;8

Wing Director of Communicolions (1) Advises the Commanding Officer and his staff regarding communications programs, progress, accomplishments, and needs. (2) Prepares necessary correspondence for Commanding Officer pertaining to communications. (3) Responsible for processing FCC applications for all CAP radio stations within the Wing. (4) Recommends allocation of all electronics equipment to those squadrons requiring same. (5) Organizes Wing radio network in conjunction rvith establishedschedule. (6) Supervises communications training program as established by National Headquarters. (7) Insures compliance with regional and national schedule by Wing net control stations. (8) Gives technical advice to the Group and Squadron requiring same. (9) Accomplishes the necessary trips to adequately monitor the communications program throughout the Wing. (10) Insures compliancewith all FCC and CAP Regulations governing the communications program. (11) Arranges communications conferences, lvhenever deemed advisable, within the Wing. Assistqnt Wing lions Director of Communico-

Assists the Director of Communications in accomplishment of his duties, and acts for the Director in his absence. Wing Adrninistrqtive Assistont for ommunications (1) Prepares necessary correspondence for Communications Officer's signature pertaining to communications. (2) Processes FCC applications for all CAP radio stations within the Wing. (3) Recommends allocation of all electronics equipment to those squadrons requiring same.

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Communicqlions Officer

(1) Supervises Communications Training Program, as established by National Headquarters. (2) Coordinates all recommendedchanges in Communications Training Program with Wing Training Officer and National Headquarters. Wing Comptroller (1) Advises Commanding Officer on the development of fiscal policies and provides information on the current status of funds and effectiveness of the financial program. (2) Inspects fiscal records of groups to insure compliance with CAP Directives. (3) Compiles budget for Wing. (4) Responsible for the establishment of an account for the Wing Fund and maintenance of records of monies received and disbursed in accordance rvith CAP Directives. (5) Developsand supervisesa fund raising program for the Wing. (6) Serves as a member of the Wing Finance Committee. (7) Compiles reports as required. Wing Finonce Officer (1) Assists the comptroller in the development of a Wing fiscal program as required. (2) Maintains records of Wing Funds to include voucher files covering receipts and disbursements, cash journals, accounts ledgers, bank statements and other allied records. (3) Assists in inspection of Group fiscal records. (4) Prepares reports as required. Wing Director of Tronsportqtion Generally: (1,) Responsible for all matters concerning supervision, coordination, control, planning, direction, and establishment of policies for the procurement and utilization of all methods of transportation, including: ar-

rangements for movement of air and/or surface traffic. (2) Determines most effective utilization of equipment to meet demands for personnel and supply movements. May arrange for pooling of aircraft at designated places' (3) Determines most economical and efficient method of dispatching cargo and personnel, considering all methods of transportation. Specifi,cally: (4) Reviews transportation requests and establishespriorities. (5) Renders technical advice on all transportation matters to staff and units of the Wing. (6) Directs distribution of motor vehicles' (7) Supervises consolidation of and submits vehicle insurance reports as required' (8) Supervises compilation of and submits transportation budgetary requirements \\-ing Comptroller. 16, t 9 ) S':pervises investigation of delays in anti suppll- movements and inspecpr-<{,nntr materials. of damaged tion (10) Coordinatesand supervisesprocurement and utilization of ali t1-pesof transportation. (11) Coordinates paFnent of vehicle insurance premiums with the Budget and Fiscal Officer. (12) Renders transportation advice in the preparation of itineraries. (13) Coordinates procurement of vehicle parts, accessories,and tools rr-ith Wing Director of SupplY. (14) Coordinates procurement of USAF supporting mat6riel airlift rvith Liaison Officer. Assistont Wing Director of Tronsportqlion Responsibleto Wing Director of Transportation. Wing Vehicle Tronsportotion Officer (L) Supervises maintenance inspection, operation, and utilization of motor vehicle equipment by organizations of the Wing. (2) Supervises maintenance of Wing vehicle distribution and status board and

rnsures that it reflects the current vehicle inventory. (3) Recommends distribution of motor vehicles. (4) Supervises consoli<iationof and sub_ mits vehicle inventory, status, and opera_ tional reports. (5) Supervises consolidation of require_ ments for vehicle parts, accessories, and tools. (6) Makes recommendationsfor imnrove_ ment of motor maintenance and transporta_ tion operations. (7) Coordinates convoy operations. (8) Supervises consolidation of vehicle transportation budgetarlv requirement. (9) Consolidatesvehicle insurance reports of units within the lVing. Wing Vehicle Mointenonce Secrion (1) Supervises vehicle maintenance ancl inspection system to insure satisfactory maintenance standards and to determine repair or replacement requirements and adequacy of repair accomplishments. (2) Supervises salvaging and recondi_ tioning of interchangeable parts and reas_ sembly of vehicles with replacement parts. (3) Makes recommendations to vehiele transportation officer for improvement of motor maintenance operations. (4) Assists vehicle operations and records section in compilation of vehicle transportation budgetary requirements. (5) Consolidates unit requirements for vehicle parts, accessories, and tools. Wing Vehicle Section Operotion ond Records

(6) Maintains Wing vehicle distribution and status board. (?) Compiles vehicle transportation budgetary requirements. (B) Consolidatesvehicle inventory, status, and operational reports of units within the IVing. Wing Commerciql Tronsportqtion Officer (1) Maintains liaison rvith commercial transportation agencies. (2) Coordinates and/or ananges for movement of personnel and cargo by commercial means. (3) Directs investigation of delays in personnel and supply movements and inspection of damaged material. (4) Supervises loading and unloading of cargo and personnel. (5) Consolidates commercial transportation budgetary requirements of units within the Wing. (6) Maintains file of current freight and passenger rates. (?) Maintains close liaison with Budget and Fiscal Officer to insure availability of funds prior to negotiations for shipment' (8) Responsible for full coordination of and obtaining approval for transportation expetL<esprior to committing the Wing' Wing Air Tronsportolion Officer (1) Supervises, coordinates, and arranges for movement of air traffic. (2) Advises on selection of air fields for distribution points, taking into consideration connecting transportation facilities. (3) Advises Wing Director of Transportation on necessity for pooling of aircraft at designated places to accomplish required mat6riel airlift. (4) Consolidates air transportation budgetary requirements of units within the Wing. (5) Supervises loading and unloading of eargo and personnel. (6) Advises Wing Director of Transportation on necessity for supporting mat6riel airlift by USAF.

(1) Supervises operation and utilization of motor vehicle equipment by organizations within the Wing. (2) Advises vehicle transportation officer on utilization to effect efficient distribution. (3) Makes recommendation for improvement of motor transportation operations. (4) Advises vehicle transportation officer on convoy operations. (5) Supervises loading and unloading of cargo and personnel.

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Wing Director of Codets (1) Implements, supervises and analyzes policies and directives relative to the cadet program issued by Headquarters, CAP, within his Wing, including the training of cadets. (2) Establishes coordination between Tt-ing Headquarters and other organizations in order to promote their interest in aiding the cadet program. (3) Is responsible for all statistics pertaining to the entire cadet program x-ithin the \{ing, and furnishes the Wing Commander with periodic reports as required. (4) Submits recommendationsto the Wing Commander pertaining to any phase of the cadet program for forwarding to Headquarters CAP for consideration. (5) Schedules periodic meetings of the Wing Cadet Advisory Committee to discuss cadet plans and activities. Is chairman of this committee. (6) Coordinates with other staff sections to implement plans emanating from National and Wing policies regarding the cadet program. (7) Visits such cadet units as necessary to insure compliance with National and Wing policies regarding the cadet program. The Wing Director of Cadets is also responsible for the following items ushi,ch haae been di,aidedinto a suggestedd,elegati,on of responsibi,li,tA :
Wing Coder Recruiting Ofiicer

(14) Responsible for special cadet activities, planni,ng f or tlte Wi,ng summer encampments, drill competition and selection of cadets for the International Exchange Program. (15) Coordinates with the operations officer for the scheduling of cadet orientation flights and other flights as required. (16) Visits such cadet units as necessary to insure compliance with National and Wing policies regarding the cadet program.
Wing Coder Troining Ofiicer

(17) Establishesproceduresto insure that all pertinent data is maintained in the Cadet 201 record (maintained by Personnel). (Grades, attendance, courses completed, summer encampments, exchange, etc.) (18) At Wing level, is responsiblefor the promotion, implementation, and coordination necessary for the adoption of the CAPHigh School Coordinated Program by secondary schools and junior colleges. (19) Provides the units with guidance and assistance in the implementation of the Ijnit Cadet Training Program. (20) Responsible for the administration of the Headquarters CAP Cadet Testing Program rr-ithin the Wing. Wing Director of Operotions (1) Is responsible for operational plans and policies within the Wing and implements operations directives from National Headquarters, CAP. (2) Coordinates and supervises operational training missions, including Search and Rescue practice missions and Civil Defense practice missions. (3) Recommends flying safety policies and supervises preparation of flying safety directives for the Wing. (1) Coordinates Civil Air Patrol flying training activities with Wing training officer and TV'ing Commandant of Cadets. (5) Supervises scheduling of USAF onloan aircraft and operation of these aircraft. (6) Coordinates maintenance requirements with Wing engineering offieer. (?) Maintains records of aircraft and other operational equipment available for use by Civil Defense authorities and coordill

(8) Responsiblefor procurement of cadets in senior activities. (9) Processescadet applications and issues cadet ID cards. (10) Visits such cadet units as necessar]' to insure compliance with National and Wing policies regarding the cadet program. (11) Recommendsapproval of the activation of new cadet units.
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(12) Coordinates the utilization of cadets in senior activities. (13) Develops intra wing cadet activities, (i.e., drill competition, model plane contests,etc.)

nates use of this equipment with the Wing Coordinator of Civil Defense. (8) Reviews and approves all applications for aeronautical ratings and maintains a record of current CAp pilots and observers. (9) Supervises flying proficiency and develops procedures concerning requirements for check-out in USAF on-loan aircraft. (10) Maintains liaison with State CAA authorities and members of other flying organizations. Maintains coordination with Air Rescue Service. Assistqnl Wing Director of Operotions (1) Is responsible to the Wing Operations Officer for implementing CAp Headquarters and Wing operations directives. (2) Prepares and disseminatesflying proficiency directives to units within the Wing and prescribes minimum time requirements for CAP pilots. (3) Prepares statistical reports on availability of Civil Air Patrol aircraft, pilots and observers for all required missions. (4) Maintains record of flyirig time of pilots and observers within the Wing and the number of CAP eadets flown on orientation flights. (5) Schedules assignment of USAF onloan aircraft and maintains record of flying time on these aircraft. (6) Coordinates and assists in transportation of CAP personnel. (7) Approves recommendations for check pilots in units of the Wing. Wing Flying Sofety Ofiicer (1) Is responsible to the Wing Operations Officer for the implementation of National Headquarters and Wing flying safety directives. (2) Prepares flying safety directives and disseminates to units of the Wing. (3) Maintains liaison with accident branch of CAA. (4) Reports on violation of USAF, CAA, and CAP flying regulations. Acts as aircraft accident investigating officer for the Wing on accidents involving CAP fncorporated owned aircraft and accidents to privately t2 \

owned aircraft participating in CAP activities. (5) Maintains accident log on aircraft accidents and renders reports on accidents as required by National Headquarters and Wing Headquarters. (6) Acts as check pilot for Wing personnel in USAF on-loan aircraft, if the Wing Headquarters Squadron does not assume this responsibility. Wing Air Rescue Officer (1) Is responsible to the Wing Director of Operations for the implementation of policies and directives of CAP Headquarters and Wing Headquarters, concerning search and rescue. (2) Plans and supervises practice search and rescue missions for the Wing. (3) Acts as coordinator with ARS and other requesting agencies in actual search missions. (4) Maintains liaison with ARS, CAA, ARC, and other organizations employed in or conceraed with seareh rescue and/or disaster operations. (5) Prepares and maintains statistical reports on aircraft and equipment available for search and rescue missions. Renders reports as required. (6) Coordinates with Wing Communications Officer on communications facilities aYailable for search and rescue. (7) Has as an additional duty the functional assigrnment of Mobile Support Commander. (8) Coordinates with the CAP Civil Defense Coordinator in scheduling Civil Defense practice missions. Wing Director of Troining (1) Is responsible for the implementation and supervision of the training policies and directives issued by National Headquarters for senior CAP members within his Wing area. (2) Coordinates with the Wing Director of Cadets concerning senior staff personnel for cadet encampments.

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Wing Troining Development Officer

area, and urges qualified senior members to participate. (14) Receives information copies of USAF-ECI applications from units and checks these information copies for fulfillment of prerequisites and completeness (CAP Reg. 50-1). Recommends approval or disapproval for Wing Commanders of all USAF-ECI applications from personnel assigned to the Wing Headquarters. Wing Director of Mqintenqnce Gener.tlly: (1) Establishes policies and plans, exercises staff supervision and direction over the organizing, controlling, and coordinating of aireraft maintenance in order to satisfy operational and training requirements. Specifi,cullU: (2) Supervises maintenance and inspection system to insure satisfactory standards. (3) Supervises maintenance of Wing aircraft status and distribution board insuring that it reflects the current aircraft inventory. (4) Snpervises preparation of and submits maintenance budgetary requirements to the Budget and Fiscal Offflcer. (5) Supervises preparation and consolidation of and submits aircraft insurance reports. (6) Coordinates aircraft procurement to meet authorized strength. (7) Coordinates procurement of spare parts rn'ith \f ing Director of Supply. (8) Cooi'dinates vvith liaison officer for the scheduling of on-loan aircraft to Air Force bases for maintenance. (9) Coordinates payment of aircraft insurance premiums with Budget and Fiscal Officer. Wing Aircrqft Mqintenqnce Officer (1) Supervises aircraft maintenance and repair toa. Provide adequate aircraft maintenance control. b. Insure satisfactory maintenance standards.

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(11) Establishes procedures to insure that training data, (i.e., attendance, course compietion-grades, information copy of USAF-ECI application) are forwarded to the personnel section for 201 file recording purposes. (12) Maintains statistics relative to senior training within his Wing and furnishes the Wing Cornmander with periodic reports as required. (13) Disseminates information on the USAF-ECI and Air Training Command USAF courses to the units within the Wing

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(1) Monitors inspection system to insure that periodic inspections are accomplished to determine general air-worthiness of Wing aircraft. (2) Supervises inspection and testing of accomplished work to insure adequacy of repair and that equipment is ready for service. a. Supervises performance of all necessary test flights to check safety of operation of all parts of aircraft after repairs have been made. (3) Maintains Wing aircraft status and distribution board. (4) Monitors initiation of Reports of Survey where applicable. (5) Supervises preparation and submission of all aircraft maintenance reports by units within the Wing. (6) Consolidates maintenance budgetary requirements for submission by the Director. (7) Consolidates unit aircraft insurance reports for submission and coordination of payment by the Director. Wing Director of Supply (1) Provides supervision, guidance, and coordination of all matters pertaining to procurement, allocation,' storage and issue of suppplies and equipment for the Wing. (2) Consolidates requirements lists for submission to higher headquarters. t4

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(1) The Supply Control Officer is responsible for the planning, supervision, and control of all supply administration and records. (2) Consolidates, reviews, and forwards all reports, requests of supplies, and consumption data to the Wing Director of Supply. (3) Makes allocations of supplies to the units of the Wing. (4) Responsible for all supply special projects.

Wing Supply Records Section (1) Laintains Wing stock record account of all supplies and equipment held in stock and issued to units of the Wing. (2) Maintains memorandum receipt files for supplies and equipment issued to units of the Wing. (3) Estimates stock requirements and prepares requisitions. (4) Prepares shipping documentsfor sup_ plies and equipment shipped to other \I-ings. (5) Prepares Reports of Survel- for sub_ mission to Wing Director of SLippll-. (6) Makes allocations of supplies ri-ithin the Wing. Wing Reporfs ond Speciol proiects Section (1) Conducts inventories and makes periodic physical inspectionsof suppliesin the Wing, and units assigned to the Wing. (2) Collects invoices and other necessary documents requiring reimbursement; edits, compiles,and prepares them for submission to the Wing Director of Supply. (3) Consolidatesand reviervs all reports, requisitions, and other supply instruments submitted by units of the Wing and for_ wards to higher headquarters. (1t) Maintains consurnption data on all supplies used by units of the Wing. (5) Responsiblefor all special projects. Wing Services qnd Instqllotions Officer Responsiblefor the supervision,guidance, and coordination of all matters pertaining to real estate,messing, billeting. fire protection, warehousing and aircraft crash rescue service. Wing Messing, Billeting, qnd Reql Estote (1) Procures all real estate neededb1-the Wing. (2) Supervisesthe utilization and disposition of all real estate. (3) Supervisesthe work of personnel in the maintenance, repair, and operation of utilities, responsible for the performance of

fire protection and aircraft crash rescue service. (4) Requests and utilizes buildings and grounds type supplies and equipment. (5) Responsible for procurement of messing and billeting facilities required by units of the Wing. Wing Shipping qnd Receiving Officer (1) Checks all supplies received, issued, or shipped and is responsiblefor the prepa_ ration of over, short, or damaged reports. Submits these reports to Stock Control Section for necessaryaction. (2) Responsiblefor the loading and unloading of suppliesreceivedor being shipped. Wing Storoge qnd tssue Ofiicer (1) Responsible for the issue of all classes of supply. (2) Submits space requirements needed for u-arehor.rsing to the Installations Oflfrcer. (3) Supen-ises the warehousing and security of all classesof supply. Wing Worehousing (1) Responsible for the proper storage and security of all classesof supply. (2) Submits space requirements needed for warehousing of Wing supply property. (3) Issues suppliesfrom warehousewhen presented with authorized issue slips pre_ pared by the Storage and fssue Section. Wing Solvoge ond Disposal Responsiblefor the salvage and disposal of all supplies and equipment in the Wing suppil- acco'.int. Wing Inspectionond Inventory (1) Conducts all semiannual inventories. (2) Conductsall special inventories. (3) Consolidates all inventory and inspection reports and forwards to higher headquarters. (4) Conducts periodic inspection in accordance with existing regulations.

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In addition to functioning as a part of the planning and administrative staff, each Group Commander and his staff have responsibilities similar and parallel to the Wing staff. It will be noted that as we progress there is less further down the chain of commandinto the lower echelons, responsibility for policy determination and interpretation and a heavier requirement for detail execution of specific instructions originating from higher echelons. The Group Commanderand his staff, under the directives emanating from the Wing, guide and assist the squadroncommandersin preparing for and executing the responsibilities charged to their organizations, both in training and in the conduet of missions. The group staff plans, coopgrates, inspects, frst as a gEoup and then as individual staff members, in the specific field in which their primary responsibility lies. Group Commonding Ofticer (1) Is directly responsibleto the Wing Commander. (2) The Group Commander is responsible for all CAP matters within his Group and units under his jurisdiction, both operational and administrative. (3) The Group Commanderis responsible for guiding and assisting the SquadronCommanders in preparing for and e:ecuting the responsibilities charged to their organizations, both in training and in the conduct of missions. (4) Is reponsiblefor disciplineand morale of personnelunder his command. (5) Is responsible for all property assigned or issuedto the Group and personnel thereof, and for the proper care, use, and preservation of sueh property. (6) Makes frequent visits to all units under his jurisdiction. (7) Is responsible for insuring that Group personnel and subordinate units conform with the corporateConstitution and By-Laws and all directives emanating from Wing and National Headquarters,CAP. Group Execulive Ofticer (1) Is responsibleto the Group Commander. (2) The Group Executive Officer assumes of the Group Comcommandin the absence
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(3) Ee is the principal assistant and advisor to the Group Commander. He may tranmit the decisionsof the commanderto appropriate staff officers for preparation of orders or transmit them in the the necessary form of orders to those who execute them. He is the principal coordinating agency of the command.

( ) He formulates and announcespolicies for the general operation of the staff. (5) He keeps the Group Commander informed of the situation of the Group as to strength, morale, training, equipment, supply, and general effectiveness. (6) He takes steps to insure that all instructions published in the Group are in accord with policies and plans of the Group Commander. (7) By personal observation, sees that orders and instructions of the Group Commander are complied with. (8) Makes a continuous study of the situation with a vierv of being prepared for future contingencies. (9) In general, the Group Executive Officer meets the administrative functions for which the Group Commanding Officer is held responsible, and does so in the name of the Group Commanding Officer. Group Air Inspector (1) The Group Air Inspector conducts periodic inspections of subordinate units within the Group and renders reports thereon. (2) Conducts special inspections and investigations when required and or rvhen directed by higher authority. (3) Maintains current files of all Regulations and directives. (4) Renders advice and assistance to subordinate units and makes recommendations to improve the efficiency of operation when appropriate. (5) Interprets directives when necessary and keeps the Group Commander informed as to compliancewith directives. Group Choploin (1) Implements the Civil Air Patrol Chaplain program within the Group and recommends to the Group Commandinc Officer general and special adaptation of the Chaplain activities to meet the needs of the organization. (2) To exercise supervision over the Chaplain activities within the group, he willt8

a. Make frequent visits to squadrons, assemblies, or other units where personal contact will be made with CAP personnel. b. Process and review all reports of Chaplains from units within the Group, extracting pertinent data as needed, and forward all reports to the Wing Chaplain. (3) Advises on assignments of Chaplains within the Group. (4) Performs or provides all necessary religious ceremonial functions for both cadet and senior personnel. (5) Devotes special attention and active support to the Civil Air Patrol activities. Group Public Informotion Officer (1) Group Pubiic Information Officer acts as staff advisor to the Group Commander on all matters pertaining to public information and Public Relations. (2) He is responsibleto the Group Commander for an adequate and efficient public information structure throughout his Group. (3) llakes frequent visits to Squadrons to assist Squadron PIO's, and holds Groupwide PIO meetings to inform and instruct Squadron PIO's in order to insure uniformits of action and accomplishment. (l) Arranges for speaking engagements for CAP Group personnel before service clubs, miiitary organizations,municipal and county groups, etc. (5) Maintains close liaison with Wing Director of Public Information, to insure uniformity of action within the state. (6) He is authorized direct communication with National Headquarters Director of Public Information, keeping Wing Director of Public Information informed of developments. (7) Is responsible to the Group Commander for the dissemination of publicity on the activities of his Group. He assists Squadron PIO's on publicizing their activities when requested. Group Rodio qnd TV Officer (1) Group Radio and TV Officer's sole responsibility is to handle publicity on all Group activities with radio and television stations in his area.

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(2) Informs radio and TV stations in his area on all future operations, meetings, and other newsworthy events which can and should be brought to the attention of the public. (3) Assists radio and TV stations in the production of CAP programs, including on the spot coverage, props, and participating personnel. (4) He will closely coordinate his activities with Group Press Officer to insure maximum coverage. Group Phoiogrophic Officer (1) Insures that a constant flow of good news photographs of CAP activities reach local press, and Group Director of Public Information, National Headquarters, CAP. (2) Is responsible for feature photographic coverage of major events, such as mercy missions, search and rescue missions, and other missions illustratins CAP's service to the public. (3) He is constantil' alert for possible human interest photographs on Civil Air Patrol activities, with particular emphasis on the aviation activities of CAP. (4) Coordinates closely with training officer on cadet activities for photographic coverage. Group Press Officer (1) Group Press Officer's sole responsibility is to handle publicity on all group activities rvith newspapers and wire services. (2) He rvill inform newspapersand wire servicesin his area on all future operations, meetings, and other newsrrorthl- matters which can and should be brought to the attention of the public. (3) If there are Air Force bases n-ithin the gecgraphical area of his Group, he n'ill keep base PIO's inforrned about the activities of his Group, and seek Air Force PIO assistance whenever and wherever needed. (4) Wiil work closely with Group Radio and TV Offftcer to make certain that the latter two media are 'in the picture" on all

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(1) Is responsible to the Group Commander. (2) Manages the administrative details for the Group Commander in a liaison capacity by recording, analyzing, routing, and authenticating incorning and outgoing correspondence and directives. (3) Establishes and maintains files and a records administration program, a mail and messagedistribution agency, and a special orders section. (4) Supervises postal activities and distribution of publications. (5) Responsible for all administrative matters pertaining to Group. (6) Disseminatesthe policies of the Group Commanding Officer to all concernedby preparing and/or publishing staff memorandums, policy letters, general and special orders, etc. (7) Authenticates all correspondence for the Group Commanding Officer, unless otherrvise directed. (8) Accomplishes final review of all Group Headquarters correspondence and publications prior to authentication, publication, and distribution. (9) Operates message center which receives, logs, and distributes all incoming and outgoing correspondence, wires, and publications. (10) Responsible for staff coordination on all matters as directed by the Group Commanding Officer. (11) Responsiblefor records administration of headquartersand subordinateunits. (12) llaintains a file of all correspondence and publications pertaining to the headquarters. Group Assistqnt Adiutont Assists the Group Adjutant in the performance of his official duties and assumes the duties of the Group Adjutant in his absence.
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Group Heodquorters Squodron Commqndqnt (1) Commanding Offfrcerof Headquarters Squadron is the Group Headquarters Squadron Commandant for all CAP personnel on duty with the GrouP Headquarters. (2) Provides custodial and utilities service for the Group Headquarters. (3) Operates Group Headquarters Flight Division. (4) Responsible for Group Headquarters Squadron supplies. (5) Responsible for unit personnel office for the Group Headquarters Squadron. (6) Responsible for messing facilities as required. (?) Responsible for crash rescue and structural fire protection if required' (8) Responsible for security and enforcement and maintenance of standards of conduct and discipline within Group Headquarters Squadron. (9) Directs and coordinates all ground training of the Group Headquarters Squadron. Processes all technical school applications, directs and coordinates on the job training for Group Headquarters Squadron personnel.Maintains records and reports on the above. (10) Plans and supervises receipt, storage, maintenance, delivery, issue, and reporting of all supplies for Group Headquarters Squadron. Accountable officer for Group Headquarters property and supplies. (11) Performs all functions incident to records of personnel assigned to Group Ileadquarters Squadron. Prepares and maintains all reports, rosters, records, and correspondencepertaining to personnel matters, both oflflcerand airman. (12) Responsible for all phases of maintenance and operation of aircraft assigned to Group Headquarters Squadron. (13) Responsible for all phases of maintenance and operation of motor vehicles assigned to Group Headquarters Squadron' 20

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(1) As representative of Commanding Officer, Group Headquarters Squadron' performs administrative duties to coordinate operation of squadron. (2) Coordinates routine personnel action' (3) Receives, routes, and follows up incoming mail and correspondencefor Group Headquarters Squadron. (4) Prepares, revien's, and authenticates outgoing correspondence for Group Headquarters Squadron. (5) Directs preparation of records and reports originating in organization' (6) Authenticates and distributes orders, instructions, and communications in the name of the Commanding Officer of the Group Headquarters Squadron' (?) Arranges and coordinates training programs and meetings for Group Headquarters Squadron. Group Heodquorters Squudron Mointe' nonce' SuPPlY ond TronsPortotion

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(1) Directs, supervises' and coordinates the activities of the maintenance section, supply section, and motor vehicle section of Group Headquarters Squadron. (2) Provides organizational maintenance on group aircraft, motor vehicles, and powered ground equipment assigned to Group Headquarters Squadron. (3) Provides for receipt, storage, and issue of supplies, for Group lleadquarters' If required, provides salesstore, commissary, and post exchange facilities. May be responsible for laundry and dry cleaning arrangements. (4) Provides transportation and refueling services for both aircraft and vehicles assigned to Group Headquarters Squadron' Operates motor pool and allied equipment'

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Group Heodquarters Squodron fions Oflicer (Oprionol) Opero(1) Schedulesaircraft assigned to Group Headquarters Squadron. (2) Insures proficiency of pilots prior to authorizing flights in CAP aircraft assigned Group Headquarters Squadron. (3) l,{aintains records and submits reports as required. (4) Conducts flights and ground training as required. (5) May be responsible for operations office, tower air ground communications and crash rescue teams. (See item 1, Maintenance, Supply and Transportation Officer.) Group Legol Officer (1) Legal advisor to the Group Commander. (2) Examines and reviews CAp activities and operations and advises staff members on legal aspects of their work. prepares opinions and gives advice on such matters as CAP Regulations, purchases, taxation, insurance, claims, liabilities and rights and privileges of senior and cadet members of CAP. (3) Coordinates and directs the activities and duties of subordinate unit Legal Officers with a view to forwarding the mission of CAP and facilitating the work of such officers. (4) Maintains liaison with the Wing Legal Officer and with such local agencies as may be necessary regarding legal problems or proposed local regulations or ordinances which may affect CAP. (5) Must have a comprehensive knowledge of legal principles and applications. Must have been admitted to the practice of law before the highe-"t Court of the State wherein the Group is located. Should have broad legal experienceas a practicing attorney. Training in military law and Air Force or Army administration is desirable. Group Fiscol Officer (1) Advises Group Commanding Officer on the development of Fiscal Policies and prevides information on the current status of funds and effectiveness of the financial program. (2) Inspects Fiscal Records of Squadrons, to insure compliance with CAP directives. (3) Consolidatesbudget for Group. (4) Establishes an account for the Group fund and maintains records of monies received and disbursed in accordance with CAP directives. (5) Develops and supervises a fund raising program for the Group. (6) Compiles reports as required. Group Medicql Officer (1) Is responsible to the Group Commander. (2) Advises the Group staff on all matters pertaining to sanitation and hygiene of the Group, and will make recommendations for training relative to skilled technical training, such as crash assistance and MSU training. (3) Assists the Squadron Commandersin obtaining competent medical officersfor their staffs. (4) Insures through coordination with the Group Director of Supply that each squadron in the Group is properly equipped with adequate first aid equipment. Periodically inspects all MSU's in the Group for proper medical equipment. Insures that all Squadron Medical Ofl&cers are familiar with the best methods of treatment for burns, shock and other injuries peculiar to aircraft accidents. (5) Will be responsiblethat all Squadron Medical Officers carefully examine all cadet candidates for the Exchange Progtams and drill teams to insure that they are physically qualified to participate. He will also advise all Squadron ]Iedical Officers of their responsibilitl' to have each cadet from their individual units attending the summer eneampments properly immunized and insure that each of these cadets are physically qualified to attend the summer encampments. He must certify that each cadet is free from communicable diseases. (6) The Group Medical Officer will insure that Squadron Medieal Officers prepare proper records of all injuries or death of all 2l

CAP members, senior or cadet, which have resulted from participation in CAP activities and forward to the Group Medical Officer for forwarding to the Wing Medical Officer. Assistont Group Medicsl Officer (Group Nurse) Performs duties as directed by Group Medical Officer. Group Coordinqtor of Civil Defense (1) Maintains close coordination with the Wing Coordinator of Civil Defense and keeps him informed on the Civil Defense developments 'within the Group area. (2) Keeps the Group Commander and staff informed on current plans and policies concerning Civil Defense matters. (3) Prepares such reports on Civil Defense as required b1. Wing Headquarters. (4) Coordinates rvith Group Training Officer regarding specialized training to meet Civil Defense commitments. (5) Disseminates information on Civil Defense concerning all Civil Defense plans and policies to the Squadron. (6) Coordinates with Civil Defense officials within his Group area concerning Civil Defensematters. (7) Coordinates with the Group Operations Offficerin scheduling practice missions to evaluate the effectivenessandlor the state Unit. 'of readiness of the Mobile Support t{Note. If practice mission involves Civil Defense personnel, approval for mission must be obtained from State Civil Defense officiais. This can be accomplishedby routing request to Wing.) (8) Receives from the pertinent Group Staff sections inforrnation concerning the current Group operational effectiveness (including status and amount of equipment and trained personnel) and keeps Wing Civil Defense Officials in the Group area informed of this potential assistance available to them. Group Coordinqtor for Women's Activiiies The Group Coordinator for Women's Activities will serve as an advisor to the Group Commander as it relates to22

(1) The integration of wornen in existing CAP activities. (2) The nomination of qualified women for lower echelon staff positions. (3) Contacts with women's clubs, parent teachers groups, 99'ers, and other similar groups in order to promote the CAP program, and explaining the value of aviation education, etc. (4) Contacts with WAF officers (to be coordinated with AF-CAP Liaison Officer) in the area for the purpose of obtaining their assistance and cooperation in the program as instructors, aiding in summer encampments, etc. (5) Obtaining women supervisorsfor girl cadet encampments. (6) Contacts rvith other Wing and Group coordinators (for Women's Activities) concerning the improvement and expansion of the program for women and girls. (7) Contacts with Girl Scout regional and local headquarters for the purpose of coordinating policies emanating from the Wing. Assislqnt Group Coordinotor for Women's Activities Performs duties as directed by Group Coordinator for \\:omen's Activities. Group Director of Personnel (1) Directs and supervises activities relating to CAP personnel matters within the Group. (2) Prepares and maintains records, rosters, correspondence,and reports pertaining to CAP personnel matters within the Group. (3) Prepares plans and makes recommendations relating to personnel procurement and requirements. (4) Advises the Group Commander on all matters relating to CAP personnel. Assisiqnt Group Direclor of Personnel Performs duties as directed by Group Director of Personnel. Group Director of Cqdets (1) Implements, supervises, and analyzes policies and directives relative to cadet pro-

gram issued by National and Wing Headquarters for the cadet program within the Group. (2) Establishes coordination between Group Headquarters and other otganizations in order to promote their interest in aiding the cadet program. (3) Is responsible for all statistics pertaining to the entire cadet program within the Group, and furnishes the Group Commander with periodic reports as required. (4) Submits recommendations for the Group Commandant pertaining to any phase of the cadet program to Wing Headquarters for consideration. (5) Schedules periodic meetings of the Group CAP Cadet Advisory Committee to discuss cadet plans and activities. Is chairman of this committee. (6) Coordinates with other staff sections to implement plans emanating from Group CAP Cadet Advisory Committee and approved by the Group Commander. (7) Visits such cadet units as necessary to insure compiiance n-ith National and Wing policies in regard to cadet program. The Group Di,rector of Cad,ets is also responsible for the foUowing i,tems whi,ch haae been d;iuided,i,nto a suggested delegation of responsibility :
Group Codet Recruiting Ofiicer

(14) Coordinates with the operations officer for the scheduling of cadet orintation flights and other flights as required. (15) Visits such cadet units as necessary to insure compliance with National and Wing policies in regard to cadet program.
Group Codet Troining Ofticer

(16) Implements the procedures prescribed by Wing to insure that all units maintain cadet 201 record file and that pertinent data is entered (grades, attendance, courses completed, summer encampments, exchange,etc.) (17) At Group level, is responsible for the promotion, implementation and coordination necessary for the adoption of the CAP-High School Coordinated Program by secondaryschoolsand junior colleges. (18) Responsible for the administration of the Headquarters, CAP-USAF cadet testing program within the Group. (19) Visits such cadet units as necessary to insure compliancewith National and Wing policies in regard to cadet program. Group Director of Communicqlions (1) Advises the Group Commander and his staff regarding communications programs, policies, progress, accomplishments and needs. (2) Prepares all correspondencepertaining to the communications activities. (3) Supervisesthe operation of Group net control station and the operation of the Group network, in accordance with established schedule. (4) Processesall FCC Applications for his Group, in order to eiiminate delays and errors. (5) Keeps \fing Communications Officer advised of activities n'ithin his Group and attends all communications conferences called by Wing. (6) Supervises communications training program. (7) Accomplishes necessarytravel to adequately monitor the communications program within Group. 23"

(8) R,esponsible for procurement of cadets within the Group. (9) Visits such cadet units as necessary to insure compliance with National and Wing policies in regard to cadet program. (10) Recommends for approval the activation of nerv cadet units.
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(11) Coordinatesthe utilization of cadets in senior activities. (12) Developsintragroup cadet activities. (i.e., drill competitions, model plane contests, etc.) (13) Responsible for special cadet activity, planning for Group particiption in summer encampments, drill competition and selection of cadets for the International Exchange Program.

Assistqnl Group Direclor of Communicotions Assists the Group Director of Communications in the accomplishment of his duties, and acts for the Group Director of Communications in his absence. Group Director of Supply (1) Provides supervision, guidance, and coordination of all matters pertaining to procurement, allocation, storage, and issue of supplies and equipment for the Group. (2) Consolidates requirement lists for submission to higher headquarters. (3) Coordinates and reviews all unit inventories. (4) Responsible for allocations of supplies received from higher headquarters to units of the Group. (5) Furnishes supervision, guidance, and coordination pertaining to procurement, uti_ lization, and disposition of real estate. (6) Plans for and directs activities pertaining to property responsibility, and maintains supply records for the Group. (7) Advises the Group Commander on all supply matters and coordinates all procedures and policies with higher headquarters. (8) Responsiblefor processing of all in_ voices, orders, and other necessary data pertaining to reimbursements for submission to the Wing Supply Director. (9) Prepares and coordinates all budgetary requirements necessaryfor the Group supply directorate for submissionto the Wing Supply Director. (10) Prepares Reports of Survey for sub_ mission to Wing Supply Director. (11) Coordinates supply matters with other 'directors for details pertaining to their activities and the over-all performance of the,Group mission. Group Supply Control Officer (1) Maintains records of all supplies and equipment held in stock and reviews and approves unit requests for supplies and forwards to Wing. (2) Responsible for the supervision, dance, and coordination of all matters con0ll I-

cerning procurement, allocation, receipt, and issue of supplies and equipment for the Group. Group Supply Records Section (1) Maintains hand receipt jacket files for supplies issued to personnel of the Group. (2) Estimates stock requirements and prepares requisitions. (3) Prepares Reports of Survey for submission to Group Supply Director. (4) Consolidates, reviews, and approves all reports, requisitions, and other supply instruments submitted by the units and forwards to the Wing Supply Director. (5) Collects invoices and other necessary documents requiring reimbursement, edits, compiles, and prepares them for submission to the Wing Director of Supply. Group Allocqtions ond Disposql Section (1) Makes allocationsof suppliesto units of the Group. (2) Responsible for the salvage and disposal of all supplies and equipment in the Group Supply Account. Group Shipping ond Receiving Section (1) Checks all supplies received, issued, or s}:ippedand is responsiblefor the preparation of over, short, or damaged reports. Submits these reports to Group Supply Control Section for necessary action. (2) Responsible for the loading and unloading of supplies received and maintained. Group Services ond Instqllotions Secfion (1) Responsiblefor the supervision, guidance, and eoordination of all matters pertaining to real estate, messing, billeting, fire protection, warehousing, and aircraft crash rescue service. Group Billering, Messing, qnd Reol Estqte Section (1) Procures all real estate neededby the Group. (2) Supervises the utilization and disposition of all real estate.

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(7) Consolidates unit aircraft insurance reports for submission and coordination of payment by the Director. Group Director of Operofions (1) Is responsible to the Group Commander for the implementation of operation policies and directives of National Fleadquarters and Wing Headquarters. (2) Coordinates and supervises flying training missions within the Group. (3) Maintains liaison rvith local CAA officials, flying organizations, and rescue agencies. (4) Coordinatessearch and rescue activities ryith Wing Headquarters. (5) Maintains records of flying time for pilots and observers and the time and number of cadets florvn on orientation flights. (6) Schedules USAF on-loan aircraft within the Group and maintains flying time on these aircraft. (7) Coorciinates maintenance requirements s'ith Group engineering officer and Wing Headquarters. (8) Implements flying safety directives from \\'ing Headquarters and disseminates these directives to units within the Group. (9) Prepares and maintains statistics on available Group afucraft and equipment for search and rescue and Civil Defense mis(10) Supervises flying proficiency of the Group and approves aeronautical ratings and forrvards to Wing Headquarters.
Note. Have operations at Group level go thru Wing CO for approval to hold Group Civil Defense Missions. Wing Coordinator of Civil Defense will go to State for approval,

(4) Approves loan aircraft for (5) Arranges personnel within

check pilots for USAF onGroup and Squadron. and coordinates travel for the Group.

Group Missions Officer (1) Is responsible to the Group Operations Officer for the implementation of policies and directives of National Headquarters and Wing and Group l{eadquarters, concerning search and rescue. (2) Coordinates practice search and rescue missions with Wing and Group Headquarters. (3) Acts as coordinator with ARS and other agencies requesting missions. (4) I\{aintains liaison with local CAA and other organizations concerned with search and rescue and/ot disaster operations. (5) Prepares statistics on available aircraft and equipment for missions. (6) Renders reports as required. (7) Coordinates with Group Communications Officer on communications facilities and operation. (B) Has additional duty of Mobile Support Unit Commander. (9) Coordinates with CAP Civil Defense Coordinator in scheduling Civil Defense practice missions. Group Director of Troining (1) Is responsible for the implementation and supervision of the training policies and directives issued by National Headquarters and the Wing Director of Training for senior CAP members within his Group area. (2) Coordinates with the Group Director of Cadets concerning senior staff personnel for cadet encampments. (3) Submits recommendations for the Group Commander pertaining to any phase of senior training through Wing to National Headquarters for consideration. ( ) Aids in obtaining competent instructors for the units within the Group. (5) Through coordination with Wing Commander schedulesconferenceswith staff training officers of units within Group when deemed necessary for planning purposes to

Assistont Group Director of Operotions (1) Is responsible to the Group Operations Orficer for the implementation of National Headquarters and lVing Headquarters and Group l{eadquarters directives. (2) Disseminates flying safety directives to lower units and acts as flying safety officer for the Group. (3) Maintains close supervision of flying proficiency and acts as check pilot for pilot personnel of the Group. 26

disseminate and explain new ideas and to solve training problems peculiar to the Group. (6) Through coordination with Group Commander, schedules conferences of staff training officers of units in the Group. (7) Attends training conferences called by Wing Commanding Olficer. The Grow Director of Trui'nins (for sen'ioq'members) is also responsi'ble for th,e fotlotoi.ng i,tems which haae been di'oided, into a suggested' delegati'on of responsi,bi,l;itA :
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(14) Disseminates information on the USAF-ECI and Air Training Command USAF coursesto the units within the Group atea. -- (15) Becomes familiar with the CAPUSAF ECI program and encourages personnel in the Group Headquarters and units within the Group to participate. (CAP Regulation 50-1). Recommends approval or disapproval for Group Commander of all USAF ECI applications from personnel assigned to Group Headquarters. Group Director of Tronsportqtion Generally: (1) Determines most effective utilization of equipment to meet demands for personnel and supply movements. May arrange for pooling of aircraft at designated places. (2) Determines most economical and efficient method of dispatching cargo and personnel considering all methods of transportation. Specifi.callA: (3) Reviews transportation requests and establishes priorities. (4) Renders technical advice on all transportation matters to staff and units of the Group. (5) Directs distribution of motor vehicles. (6) Supervises consolidation of and submits vehicle insurance reports as required. (7) Supervises compilation of and submits transportation budgetary requirements to Budget and Fiscal Officer. (8) Supervises investigation of delays in personnel and supply movements and inspection of damaged materials. (9) Coordinates and supervises procurement and utilization of all types of transportation. (10) Coordinates payment of vehicle insurance premiums with the Budget and Fiscal Officer. (11) Renders transportation advice in the preparation of itineraries. (12) Coordinates requirements for vehicle parts, accessories, and tools with Group Director of Supply.

(8) Develops specialized training courses for senior members within Group when necessary. (9) Recommends to lower units specific facilities, training aids, manuals and materials to be used with specific training courses. (10) Recommends allocation of training aids and materials to the Group Commander for distribution to units rvithin the Group area by the Group Transportation Officer, Coordinates with Group Mat6riel Officer. (11) Furnishes units with lists of sources of free and inexpensive training material obtainable from all sources, i.e., industry, CAA, airlines, etc.
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(12) Checks the implementation of procedure established by Wing, insuring that the training data (i.e., attendance, course completion records and,/or grades, etc.) are forwarded from units within Group to Wing personnel section for recording in Wing Master 201 file. Insures that training data (i.e., attendance, course completion grades, etc.) On Group Headquarters personnel are forwarded, in accordance with Wing established procedure, to Group personnel section for recording purposes and also to Wing personnel for recording in Wing Master 201 file. (13) Maintains statistics relative to senior training within the Group and furnishes the Group Commander with periodic reports as required.

_' (13) Coordinates procurement of USAF supporting airlift with Wing Director of Transportation. Assistont Group Direclor of Transportqtlon Responsible to Group Director of Transportation. Group Vehicle Tronsportotion Ofiicer (1) Supervises maintenance inspection, operation, and utilization of motor vehiele equipment by organizations of the Group. (2) Supervisesmaintenanceof Group vehicle distribution and status board and insures that it reflects the current vehicle inventory. (3) Recommends distribution of motor vehicles. (4) Supenises consolidationof and submits vehicle inr.entory, status, and operational reports. (5) Supervises consolidation of requirements for vehicle parts, accessories, and tools. (6) Ilakes recommendationsfor improvement of motor maintenance and transportation operations. (7) Coordinates convoy operations. (8) Supervises consolidation of vehicle transportation budgetary requirement. (9) Consolidates vehicle insurance reports of unit within the Group. Group Vehicle Mqintenonce Section (1) Supervises vehicle maintenance and inspection system to insure satisfactory maintenance standards and to determine repair or replacement requirements and adequacy of repair accomplishments. (2) Supervises salvaging and reconditioning of interchangeable parts and reassembly of veiricles with replacement parts. (3) Makes recommendations to vehicle transportation officer for improvement of motor maintenance operations. (4) Assists vehicle operations and reeords section in compilation of vehicle transportation budgetary requirements. 28
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(1) Supervises operation and utilization of motor vehicle equipment by organizations within the Group. (2) Advises vehicle transportation oflficer on utilization to effect efficient distribution. (3) Makes recommendationsfor improvement of motor transportation operations. (4) Advises vehicle transportation officer on convoy operations. (5) Supervises loading and unloading of cargo and personnel. (6) Maintains Group vehicle distribution and status board. (7) Compiles vehicle transportation budgetary requirements. (8) Consolidates vehicle inventory, status, and operational reports of units within the Group. Group Comrnerciol qnd Air Tronsportafion Ofticer (1) Coordinates and/or arranges for movement of personnei and cargo for commercial means. (2) Supervises,coordinatesand arranges for movement of air traflftc. (3) Supervises loading and unloading of cargo and personnel. (4) Supervises consolidation of commercial and air transportation budgetary requirements of units within the Wing. (5) Maintains close liaison with Budget and Fiscal Officer to insure availability of funds prior to negotiations for shipment. (6) Responsiblefor full coordination of and' obtaining approval for transportation expensesprior to committing the Group. (7) Advises Group Director of Transportation on selection of air fields for distribution points taking into consideration connecting transportation faciiities. (8) Advises Director of Transportation on necessity for pooling of aircraft to accomplish required mat6riel air lift.

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(9) Advises Director of Transportation on necessity for supporting mat6riel airlift by USAF. Group Commerciql Tronsporlqtion Seclion (1) Maintains liaison with commercial transportation agencies. (2) Maintains file of current freight and passengerrates. (3) Consolidates commercialtransportaof units within requirements tion budgetary the Group. (4) Investigates delays in personnel and supply movements and inspects material damaged in transit. (5) Directs loading and unloading of cargo and personnel.

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The cAP squadron is the basic operating unit for civil Air patrol. All necessary flying and ground functions are administered by the squadron staff to which cAP officers are assigned to specific duties. The cAp squadron must be a complete and self-sufficient operating unit, ready to meet any emergency with all necessaryequipment and specialist personnel. The chain of command goes from the National Commander to Wing, to Group, to squadron. All orders and communications follow this chain of command. Squodrbn (31-l0O ing Officer Members) Commond(6) Is responsible for the operational preparedness of his organization; that it is properly equipped and ready to function on notice. (7) Is responsible for the administration of his unit; for the discipline and morale therein; for the proper preparation and disposition of all correspondence and reports. (8) Is responsible for all property assigned or issued to the unit or the personnel thereof; for the proper care, use, and preservation of such property. (9) Is responsible for conforming with and insuring that all unit personnel conform with the corporate Constitution and ByLaws, and all directives emanating from National Headquarters and Wing and Group Headquarters. (10) Is responsible for extending full cooperation to Cadet Squadrons (separate) requesting assistance and support. 3l

(1) Is responsible to the Group Commander; if none exists then is directly responsible to the Wing Commander. (2) The Squadron Commanding Officer is responsible for the operational efficiency of the unit; that, as a result of training, all personnel of his unit are capable of performing such missions as may be assigned in a satisfactory manner. (3) Is responsible for the training of all personnel assignedor attached to his organization. ( ) Is responsible for arranging adequate meeting facilities and for insuring that classes are conducted as may be necessary to train the personnel properly. (5) Is responsible that personnel within the unit are assigned to duties that they are best qualified to perform.
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(1) Is responsibleto the Squadron Commander. (2) The Executive Officer of the Squadron is second in command of the Squadron, in the absence of the Squadron Commander. (3) He is the principal assistant and advisor to the Squadron Commander. He may transmit the decisions of the Commander to appropriate staff of;flcers for preparation of the necessary orders, or transmit them in the form of orders to those who execute them. He is the principal coordinating agency of the Squadron. (4) He formulates and announces policies for the general operation of the staff. (5) He keeps the Squadron Commander informed of the situation of the Squadron as to strength, morale, training, equipment, supply, and general effectiveness. (6) He takes steps to insure that all instructions published to the Group are in accord 'ii'ith policies and plans of the Squadron Commander. (7) By personal observation sees that orders and instructions of the Squadron Commander are complied with. (8) Makes a continuousstucll' cf the situation rvith a view of being prepared for future contingencies. (9) Assembles routine staff section reporis and after their approval by the Squadron Commander forwards the required copies to Group, or rvhen no Group exists, to the V/ing. (10) In general, the Squadron Executive Officer meets the administrative functions for which the Squadron Commanding Officer is held responsible, and does so in the name of the Squadron Commanding Officcr. Squodron (31-100 Members) Choploin (1) Provides a program of moral and religious instruction for Civil Air Patrol 32

personnel when in assemblies, adequate to meet the needs of all. (2) Promotes cordial relations between the CAP unit and the local community. (3) Serves as religious correspondent and religious advisor for CAP publications. (4) Serves as consultant on matters of religion, morals, and morale to the Unit Commander. (5) Provides a religious coverage for all cadets, especially while on encampments, according to the major faiths represented (Protestant, Catholic, and Jewish). (6) Prepares and presents character guidance addressesto Civil Air Patrol personnel at regular meetings. (7) Serves as counselor for both senior and cadet personnel. (B) Preparesmonthly report of Chaplains (CAP Form No. 34) and forwards through channels each month. Squodron (31-100 Members) Public Inforrnqlion Officer (1) Squadron PIO acts as advisor on all matters pertaining to public inforrnation and public relations to Squadron Commander. (2) Is responsibleto the Squadron Commander for an adequate and efficient public information plogram for his SquaCron. (3) Is responsibleto the Squadron Commander for the dissemination of publicity on the activities of his Squadron. (4) Deals with local press, wire services, radio, and TV stations, in publicizing the activities of his Squadron. (5) is authorized direct communication with Director of Public Information, National Headquarters, Civil Air Patrol, and is expected to send news stories, photographs, and original feature article material to that oflftce for national publicity purposes. He should keep higher echelon PIO informed about such activities. (6) Arranges for speaking engagements of CAP Squadron personnel, including cadets, before service clubs, military organizations, municipal and other local gatherings, to constantly bring the CAP story to the attention of the public.

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(7) Insures that news media in his area are given sufficient advance notice of impending Squadron operations so that their own reporters can cover the events. Giving the press advance notice usually pays off. Squodron (31-tO0 Members) Photogrophic Officer (1,) Insures that a constant flow of good news photographs of Squadron activities reach local press and Director of Public Information, National Headquarters, Civil Air Patrol. (2) Is responsible for feature photographic coverage of major CAP events, such as mercy missions, search and rescue missions, and other missions illustrating CAP's service to the public. (3) Is constantly alert for possible human interest photographs on Civil Air Patrol activities, with particular emphasis on the aviation activities of CAP. (4) Coordinates closely with training officer on cadet activities for photographic coverage. Squodron (31-l0O) Members Adiutont (1) Is responsible to the Squadron Commander. (2) Ilanages the administrative details for the Squadron Commander in a liaison capacity by recording, analyzing, routing, and authenticating incoming and outgoing correspondence and directives. (3) Establishes and maintains files and a records administration program, a mail and message distribution agency, and a special orders section. (4) Supervises postal activities and distribution of publications. (5) Responsible for all administrative matters pertaining to Squadron. (6) Disseminates the policies of the Squadron Commanding Offfrcer to all concerned by preparing and/or publishing staff memorandums, policy letters, general and special orders, etc. (7) Authenticates all correspondencefor the Squadron Commanding Officer unless .otherwise directed.

(8) Accomplishes final review of all Squadron Headquarters correspondence and publications prior to authentication, publication, and distribution. (9) Operates message center which receives, logs, and distributes all incoming and outgoing correspondence, wires, and publications. (10) Responsible for staff coordination on all matters as directed by the Squadron Cornmanding Officer. (11) Responsiblefor records administration of headquarters. (12) Maintains a file of all correspondence and publications pertaining to the headquarters. Assistqnl Squodron Adiutonr Assists the Squadron Adjutant in the performance of his official duties and assumes the duties of the Squadron Adjutant in his absence. Squodron (3t-lO0 Members) Coordinotor for Women's Aclivities The Squadron Coordinator for Women's Activities will serve (on the Squadron staff) as advisor to the Squadron Commander as it relates to(1) The integration of women in existing CAP activities. (2) The nomination of qualified women to serve in the program. (3) Contacts rvith women's clubs, parent teachers groups, 99'ers, and other similar groups in order to promote the CAP program for women and girls, and explaining the value of aviation education, etc. (4) Contacts with WAF officers (to be coordinated with AF-CAP Liaison Officer) in the area for the purposes of obtaining their assistance and cooperation in the program as instructors, etc. (5) Obtaining women supervisors for girl cadet encampments. (6) Contacts with other squadrons and group coordinators (for Women's Activities) concerning the improvement and expansion of the program for women and girls. (7) Contacting Girl Scouts local headquarters, for the purpose of coordinating 33

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Squodron (3t-100 Members) Coordinotor of Civil Defense (1) Acts as Commanding Officer of CAp Mobile Support Unit. (2) Maintains close coordination with the Group Coordinator of Civil Defense and keeps him informed on the Civil Defense developments within the Squadron area. (3) Keeps the Squadron Commander and staff informed on current plans and policies eoncerning Civil Defense matters. (4) Prepares such reports on Civil Defense as required by higher CAP headquarters. (5) Coordinateswith the Squadron training officer regarding specialized training to meet Civil Defense commitments. (6) Coordinates u'ith Civil Defense officials l-ithin his Squadron area on Civil Defensematters. (7) Coordinateswith the Squadron Operations Officer in scheduling practice missions to evaluate the effectivenessand/or the state of readinessof the MSU.
NorE. If practice mission involves Civil Defense personnel, approval for mission must be obtained from State Civil Defense officials. This can be accomplished by routing the request through CAp channels.

privileges of senior and cadet members of CAP. (3) Coordinates and directs the activities and duties of subordinate unit Legal Officers with a view to forwarding the mission of CAP and facilitating the work of such officers. (4) Maintains liaison with the Group Legal Officer and with such local agencies as may be necessary regarding legal problems or proposed local regulations or ordinances which may affect CAP. (5) Must have comprehensive knowledge of legal principles and applications. Must have been admitted to the practice of law before the highest court of the State wherein the Squadron is located. Should have broad legal experience as a practicing attorney. Training in military law and Air Force or Army administration is desirable. Squodron (31-100 Members) Fiscol Officer (1) Advises Commanding Officer on the development of fiscal policies and provides information on the current status of funds and effectivenessof the financial program. (2) Prepares budget for Squadron. (3) Establishesan accountfor the Squadron Fund and maintains records of monies received and disbursed in accordancewith CAP directives. (4) Develops and supervisesa fund raising program for the Squadron. (5) Compiles reports as required. Squodron Officer (31-100 Members) Medicol

(8) Receives from the pertinent staff sections information concerning the current Squadron operational effectiveness (including status and amount of equipment and trained personnel) and keeps the Group and Civil Defense oflflcials within the Squadron area informed of this potential assistance available to them. Squodron (31-100 Members) legol Ofticer (1) Legal advisor to the Squadron Commander. (2) Examines and reviews CAP activities and operations and advises staff members on legal aspects of their work. Prepares opinions and gives advice on such matters as CAP Regulations, purchases, taxation, insurance, claims, liabilities and rights, and 34

(1) Is responsible to the Squadron Commander. (2) Advises the Squadron staff on all matters pertaining to sanitation and hygiene of the Squadron. (3) Conducts first aid training for all members of the Squadron, both senior and cadet. Will give specializedmedical training to members of the Squadron Mobile Support Units in order that they may be as effective as possible during any emergency. (4) Insures that the Squadron is properly equipped with first aid equipment. It will further be the responsibility of the Squad-

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ron Medical Officer to see that the Mobile Support Unit has the necessary medical equipment, including sufficient vehicles that may be used as ambulances. (5) Carefully examines or causes to be examined all cadet candidates for the Cadet Exchange Program and drill team to insure that each one is physically qualified to participate. Will be responsible for the immunization of all cadets going to summer encEmpments. Will also examine each cadet to determine if he is fully qualified physically to attend the summer encampment, and make sure that no cadet is allowed to attend who has any communicable diseases. (6) Carefully investigates and records any and all injuries or deaths to any CAP member, senior or cadet, which may occur while such rnember is participating in CAP activities. It shall further be the responsibility of the Squadron Medical Officer to forward such records to the Group and Wing Medical Officers. Assistqnt Medicql Officer (Nurse) Performs duties as directed by Squadron Medical Officer. Squodron (3t-t0O Members) Personnel

(1) Checks membership applications for correctness and forwards applications to Wing Headquarters. (2) Maintains the personnel records file (201 file) for all Squadron personnel. (3) Assists the Personnel Clerk in typing correspondence and reports and maintaining the correspondenceand publications file for the Personnel Section. Squodron Personne! Check Performs the following duties under the supervision of the Squadron Personnel Officer: (1) Types correspondenceand reports as required. (2) Types recommendations for promotions and awards. (3) Maintains correspondenceand publications file for the Personnel Section. (4) Assists the Personnel Records Clerk in checking membership applications and maintaining the personnel records file (201 file). Squodron (31-l0O Ofticer Members) Operotions

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(1) Aids applicants for membership in .completing applications. (2) Checks membership applications for correctness and forwards the applications to Wing Headquarters. (3) Maintains personnel records file for all Squadron personnel. (4) Prepares personnel reports as required. (5) Prepares recommendations for promotion and awards. (6) Advises the Squadron Commander in all matters pertaining to personnel. (?) Maintains a continuing recruiting program within the community. "Squodron Personnel Records Clerk Performs the following duties under the ,supervision of the Squadron Personnel 'Officer:

(1) Is responsible to the Squadron Commander for the implementation of operation directives of National Headquarters and Wing and Group Headquarters. (2) Coordinates and supervises flying training missions rvithin the Squadron. (3) Coordinates search and rescue missions, practice and actual, with Wing and Group Headquarters. (4) Maintains records of flying time for pilots and observers. (5) Records and renders reports on time flown on cadet orientation flights. (6) Schedules USAF on-loan aircraft in the Squadron and maintains record of flying time on these aircraft. (7) Prepares and maintains statistics on Squadron aircraft and equipment available for search and rescue and Civil Defense missions. (8) Supervises flying proficiency of the Squadron and approves aeronautical ratings before forwarding to Group Headquarters.

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Assistqnt Squodron Operolions Officer (1) Is responsible to the Squadron Operations Oflftcer for implementation of flying safety directives of National Headquarters and Wing and Group Headquarters. (2) Supervises and reports on flying proficiency in the Squadron. (3) Reports on violation of USAF, CAA, and CAP flying regulations. (4) Acts as check pilot for pilot personnel in the Squadron for check-out in USAF on-loan aircraft. (5) Prepares reports on operation of afucraft on all missions. (6) Arranges and coordinates travel of CAP personnelof the Squadron. Squodron Officer (3t-lOO Members) Troining

(8) Submits training aids requirements to Supply Officerfor requisition purposes.

Squcdron Exfension Course Institure proiect Ofiicer

(1) Is responsiblefor the implementation and supervision of the training policies and directives issued by National Headquarters and $-ing and Group Headquarters for senior CAP members within his Squadron area. (2) Coordinates with Commandant of Cadets of local Squadrons concerning senior staff personnel for summer encampment. (3) Obtains qualified instructors for unit training program. (l) Attends training conferences scheduled by Wing and Group Commanding Officers. The Squad,ron Training Officer is also responsible for the following items whi,ch hat,e been dioided i,nto a suggested,d,eleg ation of responsibi,Iity:
Squodron Troining Development Ofiicer

(9) Insures the implementation of the procedure established by Wins regarding the forwarding of training data (i.e., attendance, course completion grades, etc.) to unit and Wing personnel sections for record_ ing purposesin 201 files. (10) Maintains statistics relative to senior training within the unit and furnishes Squadron Commander with periodic reports as required. (11) Disseminates information of the USAF-ECI and Air Training Command USAF courses to the senior members in his squadron. (12) Receives USAF-ECI applications from senior members assigned to the unit and checks these applications for fulfillment of prerequisites and completeness (CAp Regulation 50-1). Recommendsapproval or disapproval for Unit Commander and routes applications as indicated in CAP Regulation 50-1. Squodron Officer (3I-tOO Members) Supply

(5) Through coordination with appropriate staff offftcersand analysis of all operations, develops and implements specialized training coursesfor senior members within unit when necessary. (6) Supervisesthe utilization of training aids and material in the unit senior training program. (7) Determines the need for training aids in senior unit training program and obtains same from CAP or other sources. t6

(1) Pror.ides for the storage, issue, control, and disposalof all classesof supply. (2) Maintains records of all supplies issued to the Squadron on memorandum receipt from the Wing. (3) Maintains jacket files for all property issued on hand receipt to personnel of the Squadron. (4) Prepares, coordinates, reviews, and forwards all reports, inventories, requisitions, reports of survey, and inspection reports to the Group Supply Officer. (5) Responsible for the procurement, utilization, and disposition of all real estate required by the Squadron. (6) Prepares and coordinates all budgetary requirements necessary for the operation of the squadron and submits them to the Group Supply Officer. (7) Supervises allocation of all property received from higher headquarters.

(8) Maintains consumption data necessary in preparing requirement lists for submission to higher headquarters. (9) Performs all other details pertaining to supply that the Squadron Commander may direct. Squodron Supply Records Section (1) Maintains records of all supplies issued to Squadron on memorandum receipt from Wing. (2) Maintains hand receipt jacket files for supplies issued to personnel of the Squadron. (3) Estimates requirements and prepares requisitions. (4) Prepares Reports of Survey in accordance with existing Regulations. Squodron Storoge, lssue qnd Disposol (1) Checks all supplies rcceived, issued, or shipped and is responsible for the preparation of over, short, or damaged reports for submission to higher headquarters. (2) Responsible for the proper storage and security of all classes of supplies. (3) Issues all classes of supplies to personnel of the Squadron. (4) Submits space requirements for warehousing of Squadron supply property. (5) Responsiblefor the salvage and disposal of all supplies and equipment in the Squadron supply account. Squodron Services qnd Instqllqtions Responsible for the supervision, guidance, and coordination of all matters pertaining to real estate, messing, billeting, fire protection, warehousing and aircraft crash rescue service. Squodron Inspeclion ond Inventory (1) Conducts all semiannual inventories. (2) Conducts all special inventories. (3) Consolidatesall inventory and inspection reports and forwards to higher headquarters. (4) Conducts periodic inspections in accordance with existing regulations.

Squodron (31-lO0 Members) C'ommunicqlions Officer (1) Advises the Squadron Commander and staff regarding communications policies, programs, progress, accomplishments, and needs. (2) Prepares all correspondencepertaining to the communications activities. (3) Supervises the operation of Squadron net control station and the operation of Squadron network, in accordance with established schedules. (4) Supervises communication training program in accordance with established directives. (5) Gives necessary technical advice to accomplish communications program. (6) Processesall FCC applications before submitting through channels. (7) Keeps Group Communications Officer advised on activity within his Squadron; attends all communications conferences called by either Group or Wing. Assistont Communicoiions Officer Assists the Squadron Communications Officer in accomplishment of his duties, and acts for the Squadron Communications Officer in his absence. Squodron (31-100 Members) Engineering Officer (1) Responsible for Squadron aircraft maintenance, repair, and inspection. (2) Supervises salvage and reconditioning of interchangeable parts and reassembly of aircraft with replacement parts. (3) Supervises issue of and is responsible for aircraft tools and equipment. (4) Responsible for maintenance of Squadron aixcraft status board and insures that it reflects the current aircraft inventory. (5) Supervises preparation of and submits maintenance budgetary requirements. (6) Supervises preparation of and submits aircraft insurance reports. (7) Coordinates payment of aircraft insurance with Budget and Fiscal Officer. E7

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(8) Coordinates procurement of spare parts with Squadron Supply Officer. (9) Coordinates aircraft procurement to meet authorized strength. (10) Coordinateswith Group Director of Maintenance for scheduling of on-loan airqaft to Air Force bases for maintenance. (11) Responsiblefor maintenance of aircraft records and submission of other allied aircraft maintenance reports. (12) Initiates reports of survey when required. (13) Advises Liaison Officer by direct communication imntedtately upon any change in USAF on-loan aircraft status in order to expedite USAF 1108 action. Squodron Msintenqnce Foremqn (1) Responsiblefor aircraft maintenance and repair. (2) Directs and instructs in disassembly, assembly, repair, and ground testing of aircraft and aircraft equipment. (3) Assists inspection and records section in compilation of maintenance budgetary requirements. (4) Advises maintenance officer on spare parts requirements. (5) Advises maintenance officer on necessity of scheduiing on-loan aircraft for Air Force maintenance. Squodron Aircrqft Mechonics Performs afucraft maintenance and repair. a. Disassembly, assembly, repair, and ground testing of aircraft and component parts. b. Salvage and recondition interchangeable parts and reassemble aircraft with replacementparts. Squodron Aircrqft Inspection qnd Records (1) Directs inspection and testing of accomplished s'ork to insure adequacy of repair and that equipment is ready for service. a. Directs all necessary test flights to check safety of operation of all parts of aircraft after repairs have been made. 38

(2) Performs periodical inspections to determine general airworthiness of Squadron aircraft. (3) Maintains Squadron aircraft status board. (4) Files maintenancebudgetary requirements. (5) Prepares Squadron aircraft insurance reports for submission by maintenance officer. (6) Maintains aircraft records and prepares afucraft maintenance reports for submission by maintenance officer. Squodron Aircrqft Inspection (1) Performs inspection and testing of accompiished rvork to insure adequacy of repair and equipment readiness. (2) Performs or arranges for all necessary test flights to check safety of operation of all parts of aircraft after repairs have been made, and responsible that Test Flights consist ofa. Physical inspection to locate any mechanical defects. b. Preflight check of all operational equipment such as electrical systems, hydraulic systems, instruments, propellers, engines, engine and flight controls. c. In-flight test, engine and flight controls: necessary maneuvers rvili be performed to test for unusual flying characteristics. d. Noting all discrepancies for correction by maintenance personnel. Squodron (31-t00 iion Officer Members) Tronsporto-

(1) Responsible for transportation of Squadron personnel, supplies, and equipment. a. Arranges for commercial or air transportation when required. (2) Responsiblefor full coordination of and obtaining approval for transportation expensesprior to committing the Squadron. (3) Maintains close liaison with Budget and Fiscal Officer to insure availability of funds prior to negotiations for shipment. (4) Investigates delays in shipment and inspects materials damaged in transit.

(5) Supervises maintenance inspection, operation, and utilization of Squadron motor vehicle equipment. (6) Supervises loading and unloading of cargo and personnel. (7) Supervises movement of vehicles in convoy. (8) Supervises maintenance of Squadron vehicle status board and insures that it reflects the current vehicle inventory. (9) Supervises preparation of vehicle inventory, status, and operational reports. (10) Prepares and submits transportation budgetary requirements to Budget and Fiscal Officer. (11) Prepares and submits vehicle insurance reports. (12) Coordinates payment of vehicle insurance premiums with the Budget and Fiscal Officer. (13) Coordinates procurement of vehicle parts, accessories,and tools with Squadron Supply Officer. (14) Advises Commanding Officer on transportation problems. Squodron Motor Tronsportotion Supervisor (1) Makes inspections to determine vehicle condition and to insure adequate preventative and organizational maintenance standards. (2) Supervises salvaging and reconditioning of inter-changeable parts and reassembly of vehicles with replacement parts. (3) Supervises training in vehicle maintenance and operation. - (4) Assists Transportation Officer in supervision of vehicle operation and movement of convoys. (5) Directs loading and unloading of cargo and personnel.

(6) Maintains Squadron vehicle status board. (7) Responsible for preparationof vehicle inventory, status, and operational reports. (8) Maintains vehicle records. Squodron Mointenqnce Foremqn (1) Directs and is responsible for vehicle maintenance and repair. (2) Establishes requirements for preventative maintenance. (3) Advises Squadron Transportation Officer on maintenance, budgetary and materials requirements. (4) Directs operations of field maintenance unit. Squodron Automotive Mechonics Performs vehicle maintenanceand repairs. a. Disassembly, assembly, repair, and checking of vehicles and component parts. b. Salvages and reconditions interchangeable parts and reassembles vehicles rvith replacement parts. Squodron Vehicle Dispotcher (1) Monitors utilization (assignment) and operation of Squadron vehicles. (2) Maintains pool of qualified drivers. a. Responsible for training of operators. (3) Instructs operators in and is responsible for performance of preventative maintenance. Squodron Vehicle Operofors Drivers Pool (1) Operates vehicles as directed by vehicle dispatcher. (2) Performs preventative maintenance on assigned vehicles. (3) Responsible for individual vehicle equipment.

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FUNCTIONAT DUTY ASSIGNMENTS

Coordinofion

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Where there are not enoughmembersto form a full squadron,small squadronsmay be organized. This squadron is still the basic operating unit and must be as completeand self-sufficientoperating unit as possible. All necessaryflying and ground functions are administered through the squadron staff in which CAP officers are assigned specific duties. The chain of command goes from the National Comnander to Wing, to Group, to small Squadron. All orders and communications follow this chain of conmand. Squodron (15-30 Memberc) Commonding Officer (1) Is responsible to the Group Commander; if none exists, then is directly resfonsible to the Wing Commander. (2) The SquadronCommanding Officeris responsiblefor the operational efficiency of the unit; that as a result of training, all personnelof his unit are capableof performing such missions as nay be assigned in a satisfactory manner. (3) He is responsible for the training of all the personnel assigaed or attached to his organization. ( ) Is reSponsible for arranging adequate meeting facilities and to insure that dasses are conducted as may be necessarTto traitr the personnelproperly. (5) Is responsiblethat personnel within the unit are assigted to duties that they are best qualifiedto perform. (6) Is responsible for the operational preparednessof his organization; that it is properly equippedand ready to function on notice. (7) Is responsiblefor the administration of his unit; for the discipline and morale therein; for the proper preparation and and reports. disposition of all correspondence (8) Is responsiblefor all property assignedor issuedto the unit or the personnel thereof; for the proper care, use,and preservation of such iloperf. (9) It is the Squadron Commanding Officet's responsibility to confom with, and insure that 8lt unit personnel conform with the corlnrate Constitution and By-Laws and all directives emanating from Group, Wing, and National Headquarters,Civil Air Patrol. (10) He is responsiblefor extending full cooperation to Cadet Squadron (attached) under his jurisdiction the widest latitude in the operation of the cadet squadron.
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OPERATIONS & TRAINII

Squodron (15-30 Members) Choploin (1) Provides a program of moral and religious instruction for Civil Air Patrol personnel when in assemblies, adequate to meet the needsof all. (2) Promotes cordial relations between the Civil Air Patrol unit and the local community. (3) Servesas religious correspondentand religious advisor for Civil Air Patrol publications. (4) Serves as consultant on matters of religion, morals, and morale to the unit commander. (5) Provides a religious coverage for all cadets, especially while on encampments, according to the major faiths represented (Protestant, Catholic, and Jewish). (6) Prepares and presents character guidance addressesto Civil Air Patrol personnel at regular meetings. 42

(7) Serves as counselor for both senior and cadet personnel. (8) Prepares monthly report of chapiains (CAP Form No. 34) and forwards through channels each month. Squodron (l5-30 mqtion Officer Members) Public lnfor-

(1) Squadron PIO acts as advisor on all matters pertaining to public information and public relations to Squadron Commander. (2) Is responsible to the Squadron Commander for an adequate and efficient public information program for his squadron. (3) Is responsible to the Squadron Commander for the dissemination of publicity on the activities of his squadron. (4) Deals with local press, wire services, radio, and TV stations in publicizing the activities of his squadron.

(5) Is authorized direct communication with Director of Public Information, National Headquarters, Civil Air Patrol, and is expected to send news stories, photographs, and original feature article material to that office for national publicity purposes. He should keep higher echelon PIO informed about such activities. (6) Arranges for speaking engagements of CAP Squadron personnel, including cadets, before service clubs, military organizations, municipal and other local gatherings, to constantly bring the CAP story to the public attention. (7) Insures that news media in his area are given sufficient advance notice of impending squadron operations so that their own reporters can cover the events. Giving the press advance notice usually pays off. (8) Insures that a constant flow of good news photographs of Squadron activities reach local press, and Director of Public Information, National Headquarters, CAP. (9) Is responsible for feature photographic coverage of major CAP events, such as mercy missions, search and rescue missions, and other missions illustrating CAP's service to the public. (10) Is constantly alert for possible human interest photographs on CAP activities, with particular emphasis on the aviation activities of CAP. (11) Coordinates closely with training officer on cadet activities for photographic coverage. Assistqnt P.l.O. Performs photographic duties as required. Squodron (l5-.3O Members) Medicol Officer (1) Is responsible to the Squadron Commander. (2) Advises the Squadron staff on all matters pertaining to sanitation and hygiene of the Squadron. (3) Conducts first aid training for all membe* of the squadron, both senior and cadet. Will give specializedmedical training to members of the squadron mobile support

units in order that they may be as effective as possible during any emergency. (4) Insures that the Squadron is properly equipped with flrst aid equipment. It will further be the responsibility of the Squadron Medical Officer to see that the mobile support unit has the necessary medical equipment, including sufficient vehicles that may be used as ambulances. (5) Carefully examines or causes to be examined all cadet candidates for the Cadet Exchange Program and drill team to insure that each one is physically qualified to partigipate. Is responsible for the immunizatjon of all cadets going to summer encampments. Will also examine each cadet to determine if he is fully qualified physically to attend the summer encampment, and make sure that no cadet is allowed to attend who has any communicable diseases. (6) Will carefully investigate and record any and all injuries or deaths to any CAp member, senior or cadet, which may occur while such member is participating in CAp activities. It shall further be the responsibility of the Squadron Medical Officer to forward such records to the Group and Wing Medical Officers. Squodron (15-30 Members) Legol Officer (1) Legal advisor to the flight commander. (2) Examines and reviews CAP activities and operations and advises staff members on legal aspects of their work. Prepares opinions and gives advice on such matters as CAP Regulations, purchases, taxation, insurance, claims, Iiabilities and rights, and privileges of senior and cadet members of CAP. (3) Maintains liaison with the Squadron Legal Officer and with such local agencies as may be necessary regarding legal problems or proposed local regulations or ordinances which may affect CAP. (4) Must have a comprehensive knowledge of legal principles and applications. Must have been admitted to the practice of law before the highest court of the State wherein the flight is located. Should have broad legal experience as a practicing at-

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torney. Training in military law and Au Force or Army administration is desirable. Squadron (15-30 Members) Communicofions Officer (1) Advises the Squadron Commander and staff regarding communications policies, programs, progress, accomplishments, and needs. (2) Prepares all correspondence pertaining to the communications activities. (3) Supervisesthe operation of Squadron net control station and the operation of Squadron netrvork, in accordance with establishedschedules. (4) Supervises communication training program in accordance with established directives. (5) Gires necessary technical advice to accompli-<hcommunications program. (6) Processes all FCC applications before submitting through channels. (7) Iieeps Group CommunicationsOflicer advised on activity within his Squadron and atienC,.all communicationsconferences called b1' either Group or Wing. Squodron (15-30 Mernbers) Coordinqtor for Women's Actlvities The Squadron Advisor for \\romen's Activities r-,'illserve as advisor to the Squadron Cor:rrnaniling Officer as it relates to(1) The integration of women in existing CAP activities. (2) The nomination of qualified g'omen to serve in the program. (3) Contacts rvith wornen's ciubs, parent teachers group, 99'ers, and other similar organi:atiols in order to promote the CAP progfam for rvomen and girls, to explain the value of aviation education,etc. (4) Conta-ctswith WAF officers (coordinated t-iih the AF-CAP Regional Director) in the ai'ea for the purpose of obtaining their assistanceand cooperationin the program as instnictors, etc. (5) Girl cadet encampments,and women supervisors for same. (6) Contacts with other Squadron and Group Coordinators for Women's Activities 14

concerning the improvement and expansion of the program for women and girls. (7) Contacts with Girl Scout local headquarters for the purpose of coordinating policies emanating from Group or Wing.

Squodron (l5-30 Members) Coq;dinoror of Civil Defense

(1) Acts as Commanding Officer of CAP Mobile Support Unit. (2) Maintains closecoordination with the Group Coordinator of Civil Defense and keeps him informed on the Civil Defense developments within the Squadron area. (3) Keeps the Squadron Commander and staff informed on c'"r,rrentplans and policies concerning Civil Defense matters. (4) Prepares such reports on Civil Defense as required by higher CAP headquarters. (5) Coordinates with the Squadron Training O{ficer regarding specialized training to meet Civil Defensecommitments. (6) Coordinates with Civil Defense officials r,vithin his Squadron area on Civil Defensematters. (7) Coordinatesrvith the Squadron Operations Officer in scheduling practice missions to evaluate the effectivenessand/or the state of readinessof the ]fSU.
Nors: If practice mission involves Civil Defense pelso:inei, applovel fol mission must be obtained flom State Civil Defense officials. This can be accorrpiished by routing the request through CAP channels.

(8) Receives from the pertinent staff sections information concerning the current squadron operational effectiveness (including status and amount of equipment and trained perso;rnel) and keeps the Group and Civil Defense officials within the Squadron area informed of this potential assistance available to them. Squudron (l5-30 FJtembers) Adiutont ond Personnel Offlcer (1) Responsiblefor aiding applicants in completing applications for membership. (2) Checks applications for correctness and forrvards the applications to Wing Headquarters.

(3) Maintains a personnel records file for all Squadron personnel. (4) Prepares personnel reports as required. (5) Prepares recommendations for promotion and awards. (6) Advises the Squadron Commander on all matters pertaining to personnel. (7) Maintains a continuing Recruiting Program within the community. (8) Is responsible to the Squadron Commander. (9) Manages the administrative details for the flight commander in a liaison capacity by recording, analyzing, routing, and authenticating incoming and outgoing correspondence and directives. (10) Establishes and maintains files and a records administration progtam, a mail and messagedistribution agency, and a special orders section. (11) Supervises postal activities and distribution of publications. (12) Responsible for all administrative matters pertaining to flight. (13) Disseminates the policies of the . 'Commanding Officer to aII concerned by preparing and/or publishing staff memo_ randums, policy letters, general and special orders. ete. (14) Authenticates all correspondence for the Commanding Officer unless otherwise directed. (15) Finally reviews all correspondence and publications prior to authentication, publication, and distribution. (16) Operates message center which receives, logs, and distributes all incoming and outgoing eorrespondence, wires, and publications. (17) Responsible for staff coordination on all matters as directed by the Comnaanding Officer. (18) Records administration of headquarters. (19) Maintains a file of all correspondence and publications pertaining to the headquarters. (ZO) ?,alrises Commanding Officer on the development of Fiscal policies and provides information on the current status of funds and effectivenessof the financial program.

(21) Prepares budget for Squadron. (22) Dstablishes an account for the Squadron Fund and maintains records of monies received and disbursed in accordance with CAP directives. (23) Develops and supervises a fund raising program for the Squadron. (24) Compiles reports as required. Squodron Personnel Clerk Performs the following duties under the supervision of the Adjutant and personnel Officer: (1) Checks applications for correctness and forwards the applications to Wing Headquarters. (2) Maintains a personnel records file (201 file) for all Squadron personnel. (3) Prepares correspondenceand personnel reports as required. Squodron (15-30 Members) Suppty, Moin. lenonce qnd Trqnsporlotion Officer Suppla Dut'ies: (1) Provides for the storage, issue, control, and disposal of all classes of supply. (2) Maintains records of all supplies issued to the squadron on memorandum receipt from the Wing. (3) Maintains jacket files for all property issued on hand receipt to personnel of the Squadron. (4) Prepares, coordinates, reviews, and forw'ards all reports, inventories, requisitions, reports of survey and inspection reports to the Group Supply Officer. (5) Responsible for the procurement, utilization, and disposition of all real estate required by the squadron. (6) Prepares and coordinates all budgetary requirements necessary for the operation of the squadron and submits them to the Group Supply Officer. (7) Supervises allocation of all property received from higher headquarters. (8) Maintains consumption data necessary in preparing requirement lists for submission to higher headquarters. (9) Performs all other details pertaining to supply that the Squadron Commander may direct. 45

(10) Maintains records of all supplies issued to Squadron on memorandum receipt from Wing. (11) i\{aintains hand receipt jacket files for supplies issued to personnel of the squadron. (12) Estimates requirements and prepares requisitions. (13) Prepares Reports of Survey in accordance with existing regulations. (14) Checks all supplies received, issued, or shipped and is responsible for the preparation of over, short, or damaged reports for submission to higher headquarters. (15) Responsiblefor the proper storage and securitl- of ail classesof supplies. (16) Issue-. all classes of supplies to personnel of the Squadron. (17) Submits space requirements for warehousing of Squadron suppiy property. (18) Responsible for the salvage and disposal of all supplies and equipment in the Squadron supply account. (19) Responsible for the supervision, gtiidance, and coordination of all matters pertaining to real estate, messing, billeting, fire protection, warehousing, and aircraft crash rescueservice. (20) Conducts all semi-annual inventories. (21) Conductsall special inventories. (22) Consolidates all inventory and inspection reports and forwards to higher heaclquarters. (23) Conducts periodic inspection in accordance with existing regulations. llaintenance Duties: (1) Responsible for Squadron aircraft maintenance, repair, and inspection. (2) Supervises salvage and reconditioning of inter-changeable parts and reassembly of aircraft with replacement parts. (3) Supervises issue of and is responsible for aircraft tools and equipment. (4) Responsible for maintenance of Squadron aircraft status board and insures that it reflects the current aircraft inventory. (5) Supervises preparation of and submits maintenance budgetary requirements. &

(6) Supervises preparation of and submits aircraft insurance reports. (7) Coordinates payment of aircraft insurance with Budget and Fiscal Officer. (8) Coordinates procurement of spare parts with Squadron Supply Officer. (9) Coordinates aircraft procurefient to meet authorized strength. (10) Coordinateswith Group Director of Maintenance for scheduling of on-loan aircraft to Air Force bases for maintenance. (11) R,esponsible for maintenance of aircraft records and submission of other aliied afucr aft maintenance reports. (12) Initiates Reports of Survey when required. (13) Advises Liaison Officer by direct communication immediately upon any change in USAtr' on-loan aircraft status in order to expedite USAF 1108 action. s: T r o. ns7: or t a tton D u,tic (l-) Responsible for transportation of Squadron personnel, supplies, and equipment. Arranges for commercial or air transportation when required. (2) Responsiblefor full coordination of and obtaining approval for transportatiorl expensesprior to committing the Squadron. (3) Ilaintains close iiaison 'rith Budget and Fiscal Ofrcer to insure availability of funds prior to negotiations for shipment. (4) Investigates delays in shipment and inspects rnaterials damaged in transit. (5) Supervises maintenance inspection, operation, and utilization of Squadron motor vehicle equipment. (6) Supervises loading and unloading of cargo and personnel. (7) Supervises movement of vehicles in convoy. (8) Supervises maintenance of Squadron vehicle status board and insures that it reflects the current vehicle inventory. (9) Supervises preparation of vehicle inventory, status, and operational reports. (10) Prepares and submits transporta. tion budgetary requirements to Budget and Fiscal Officer. (11) Prepares and submits vehicle insurance reports.

(12) Coordinates payment of vehicle insurance premiums with the Budget and Fiscal Oflftcer. (13) Coordinates procurement of vehicle parts, accessories,and tools with Squadron Supply Officer. (14) Advises Commanding Officer on transportation problems. Squodron (15-30 Mernbers) Mointenonce Section (1) Responsiblefor aicraft maintenance and repair. (2) Directs and instructs in disassembly, assembly, repair, and ground testing of aircraft and aircraft equipment. (3) Assists in inspection and records section in compilation of maintenance budgetary requirements. (4) Advises maintenance officer on spare parts requirements. (5) Advises maintenance ofl[cer on necessity of scheduling on-loan aircraft for Air Force maintenance. (6) Performs aircraft maintenance and repair. a. Disassembly, assembly, repair, and ground testing of aircraft and component parts. b. Salvage and recondition interchangeable parts and reassemble aircraft with replacement parts. (7) Directs inspection and testing of accomplished work to insure adequacy of repair and that equipment is ready for service. a. Directs all neeessary test flights to check safety of operation of all parts of aircraft after repairs have been made. (8) Performs periodical inspections to determine general airworthiness of Squadron aircraft. (9) Maintains Squadron aircraft status board. (10) Files maintenance budgetary requirements. (11) Prepares Squadron aircraft insurance-reports for submission by maintenanee offic*. (12) Maintains aircraft records and prepares aircraft maintenance reports for submission by maintenance officer.

(13) Performs inspection and testing of accomplished r.vork to insure adequacy of repair and equipment readiness. (14) Perforrns or arranges for all necessary test flights to check safety of operation of all parts of aireraft after repairs have been made, and is responsible that test flights consist ofa. Physical inspection to locate any mechanical defects. b. Preflight check of all operational equipment such as electrical systems, hydraulic systems, instruments, propellers, engines, engine and flight controls. c. In-flight test, engine and flight controls; necessary maneuvers will be performed to test for unusual flying characteristics. d. Noting all discrepancies for correction by maintenance personnel. Squodron (15-30 Members) Motor Trqnsportotion Section (1) Makes inspections to determine vehicle conditions and to insure adequate preventative and organizational maintenance standards. (2) Supervises salvaging and reconditioning of interchangeable parts and reassembly of vehicles with replacements parts. (3) Supervises training in vehicle maintenance and operation. (4) Assists Transportation Officer in supervision of vehicle operation and movement of convoys. (5) Directs loading and unloading of cargo and personnel. (6) Maintains squadron vehicle status board. (7) Responsible for preparation of ve. hicle inventory, status, and operational reports. (8) Maintains vehicle records.
Pcrfomc Squodron Vehicle Dispofcher Dutiet

(9) Monitors utilization (assignment) and operation of Squadron vehicles. (10) Maintains pool of qualified drivers. a. Responsible for training of operators.

(11) Instructs operators in and is responsible for performance of preventative maintenance.

Provides Squodron Vehicle Operatorr

(12; 60."ut". vehicles as directed by vehicle dispatcher. (13) Performs preventative maintenance on assigned vehicles. (14) Responsible for individual vehicle equipment.
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(15) Directs and is responsiblefor vehicle maintenance and repair. (16) Establishes requirements for preventative maintenance. (17) Advises Squadron Transportation Officer on maintenance, budgetary and materials requirements. (18) Directs operations of field maintenance unit.
Perfoms Aulomo?ive Moinlencnce

(19) Performs vehicle maintenance and repair on vehicles. a. Disassembly, assembly, repair, and checking of vehicles and component parts. b. Salvages and reconditions interchangeable parts and reassemblesvehicles with replacementparts. Squodron (t5-30 Members) Operotions ond Trqining Ofiicer (1) Responsible to the Squadron Commander for the implementation of operation directives of CAP Headquarters, USAF, Wing Headquarters, and Group Fleadquarters. (2) Coordinates and supervises flying training missions within the Squaclron. (3) Coordinates search and rescue missions, practice and actual, with Wing and Group Headquarters. (4) 1\Iaintainsrecords of flying time for pilots and observers. (5) Records and renders reports on time flown on cadet orientation flights. (6) SchedulesUSAF on-loan aircraft in the Squadron and maintains records of flyine time on these aircraft. (7) Prepares and maintains statistics on Squadron aircraft and equipment available 48

for search and rescue and Civil Defense missions. (8) Supervises flying proficiency of the squadron and approves aeronautical ratings before forlvarding to Group Headquarters. (9) Responsibleto the Squadron Qperations Officer for implementation of Eyins safety directives of National Headquarters and Wing and Group Headquarters. (10) Supervises and reports on flying proficiency in the Squadron. (11) Reports on violation of USAF, CAA, and CAP flying regulations. (12) Acts as check pilot for pilot personnel in the squadron for checkout in USAF on-loan afucrafl. (13) Prepares reports on operation of aircraft on all missions. (14) Arranges and coordinates travel of CAP personnel of the Squadron. (15) Responsiblefor the implementation and supervision of the training policies and directives issued by National Headquarters and Wing and Group Headquar.ters for senior CAP members within his Souadron atea. (16) Coordinates rvith Commandant of Cadets of local Squadronsconcerning senior staff personnelfor summer encampment. (17) Obtains quaiified instructors for unit training program. (18) Attends training conferencesscheduled by Wing and Group Comrnanding Officers. (19) Through coordination with appropriate staff officers and analysis of all operations, developsand implements specialized training' collrses for senior members r.vithin unit when necessary. (20) Supervises the utilization of training aids and material in the unit senior training program. (21) Determines the need for training aids in senior unit training program and obtains same from CAP or other sources. (22) Submits training aids requirements to Supply Officer for requisition purposes. (23) Insures the implementation of the procedure established by Wing regarding

the forwarding of training data (i.e., atUendance, course completiongrades,etc.) to unit and Wing personnel sections for recording purposesin 201 files. (24) Maintains statistics relative to senior training within the unit and furnishes Squadron Commanderwith periodic reports as required. (25'1 Disseminates information of the USAF-ECI and Air Training Command

USAF coursesto the senior membersin his Squadron. (26) Receives USAF-ECI applications from senior members assigned to the unit and checks these applications for fulfillment of prerequisites and completeness (CAP Reg 50-1). Recommendsapproval or disapproval for Unit Commander and routes applications as indicated in CAP Regulation 50-1.

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Goordinqfion of Cqdef Organizalion

7. Coordination at Wing Leael. The Wing Direetor of Cadets is the advisor to the Wing Commander on all cadet matters. The Wing Cadet Advisory Committee will aid the Wing Director of Cadets in the planning of the Wing Cadet Program. The recommendations of the Group and Squadron Cadet Committees will be considered by the Wing Committee. The resultant plans and recommendations of the Wing Committee are submitted to the Wing Commander for his approval. The Wing Director of Cadets, upon receiving approval, coordinates with the other \Ying staff sections for implementation. Recommendations from the Wing Cadet Advisory Committee to National Headquarters for improvement of the Cadet Program should be prepared by the Wing Director of Cadets for the Wing Commander's signature and forwarded to National Headquarters. 2. Coordi,nation at Group Leoel. Coordination at Group level will be similar to that for lYing level. Cadet Squadrons (Separate) in Wings with Groups will be supplied by Groups. They will also depend on the Group for orientation flights, possible air transportation, etc. Participation by cadets in senior activities will also be coordinated at Group level. 3. Coordi,nati,on at Squndron Leael. At Squadron level in areas where there are senior squadrons, the Commandant of a Cadet Squafuon (Attached) will coordinate all activities with the senior squadron commander and staff. In the case of Cadet Squadrons (Separate) the Commandant of Cadets will coordinate with the Group Commander and his staff and the Group Commandant of Cadets and Group Advisory Committee. In wings that do not have groups, the Commandant of Cadets of a Cadet Squadron (Separate) will coordinate with the Wing Commander, Wing Commandant of Cadets, and the Wing Advisory Committee. The Commandant of Cadets of a Cadet Squadron (Separate) may also coordinate with the Squadron Cornmanders of any nearby CAP Senior Squadron. 5l

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Codet Squodron Commqndont of Codets (1) Develops and supervises all cadet activities within the Squadron. (2) Responsible for planning cadet participation in summer encampments, drill competitions, and other special cadet activities. (3) Implements policies and directives relative to cadet program issued by National, Wing, and Group Headquarters for the cadet program in the Squadron. (4) Attends meetings of CAP Cadet Squadron Committee. (5) Coordinates with the Squadron Commander (Senior) for the utilization of cadets in senior activities and orientation flights. (Commandant of Cadets of a CAP Cadet Squadron (Attached) may coordinate with the Operations Officer.) (6) Selects and appoints two assistants, one of whom will be the Assistant Commandant of Cadets and the other his executive officer. (7) Together with the CAP Cadet Squadron Advisory Committee, selects a eadet nominee for the International Cadet Exchange, Cadet Scholarships, etc. (Commandant of Cadets of a CAP Cadet Squadron (Attached) will coordinate with the CAP Senior Squadron Commander.) (8) Attends meetings called by Group and Wing Directors of Cadets and others as necessary. (9) Makes awards promptly. The Commnndant of Cadets ?s also responsible for the follotoing i,tems ushich haae been di,tsifi,ed, irz.toa suggested deleg ation of responsibility :
Codet Squodron As:islont Commandonf of Caders

Coordinated Program by secondary sehools and junior collegeswithin the Cadet Squadron area. (13) Instructs and orients the cadet officers in their functional assignments. (14) Responsible for the administration of the Headquarters CAP Cadet Testing Program within the Squadron.
Codet Squadron Executive Ofhccr

(15) Processes cadet applications promptly. (16) Maintains statistics, records, and submits reports as required. (17) Responsible for the receipt, issue, and storage of supplies received from Group Director of Supply or other sources. (Executive Officer of a CAP Cadet Squadron (Attached) will coordinate with the Supply Officer of the CAP Senior Squadron. Codet Squodron Cqdet Commonder Acting under the guidance of the Commandant of Cadets, the Cadet Commander: (1) Directs all cadet activities within the Cadet Squadron. (2) Supervises all cadet meetings. (3) Is responsible for the assignment of various duties to the cadet officers and cadet flights and is responible for the coordination of efforts. (4) Schedules cadet staff meetings to discuss plans, programs, training, and assignment of duties in connection with future meetings and/ or activities. (5) Is responsible for the development of a calendar of activities - emphasis to be placed on adequate prescheduling and preplanning. Codet Squodron monder Assistqnt Cqdet Com-

(10) Cultivates interest of parents in cadet activities. (11) Obtains competent instructors to implement the cadet training program. (Assistant Commandant of Cadets of a CAP Senior Squadron will coordinate with the Training Officer.) (12) Responsible for the promotion, implementation, and coordination necessary for the adoption of the CAP-High School

(1) Is second in the cadet command and assumes command in the absence of the Cadet Commander. (2) Is the principal assistant and advisor to the Cadet Commander. (3) Devises plans and suggests activities to encourage the enrollment of additional cadets.

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Cqdet Squodron Cqdet Adiutonr (1) The Cadet Adjutant is the office man_ ager. (2) Is responsible for all written corre_ spondence, training records, publishes the Cadet Squadron calendar of activities. and maintains files. (3) Is responsible for the planning, prep_ aration and dissemination of public relations material. (4) Maintains a history of the unit. (Can be a large scrap book.) (5) If a Cadet Squadron dues program has been formulated, he is responsible for the collection of Cadet dues and maintaining records of individual payment. (6) He assists with the arrangements for meetings and programs. Codet Squodron Codet First Sergeonf (1) Assists the Cadet Adjutant in the performanceof his duties. (2) )Iaintains up-to-date rosters of the unit. (3) llaintains the Cadet Squadron bulletin board. (4) Is responsible for an accurate attendance report being rendered at eaeh Cadet Squadron meeting. (5) Maintains and posts all necessary regulations and publications in Cadet Squadron Headquarters. Cqdet Squodron Cqdet Supply Officer (1) Is responsiblefor an accurate inventory of all CAP property on hand and have knorvledge of its location. (2) Nlaintains file of issue slips of all property issued to the Cadet Squadron. (3) Is responsible for the issuance, receipt, storage, maintenance, and inventory of unit supplies and equipment. Codet Squodron Cqdet Supply Sergeont Assists the Cadet Supply Officer in the performance of his duties. 56

Cqdet Squodron Codet Flight Leqder (1) Is responsiblefor the appearanceand discipline of his flight. (2) Represents his flight during Cadet Squadron staff meetings and presents his flight's thoughts and suggestions regarding activities for the Squadron. (3) Receives duty assignments for his flight from the Cadet Commander and assigns individual responsibilitiesto his flight. Cqdet Squodron Assistont Cqdet Flight Leqder (1) Assists the Cadet Flight Leader in the performance of his duties. (2) Is responsiblefor the submission to the Cadet First Sergeant of an accurate attendancereport of his flight at meetings. CAP Cqdet Squodron Commiftee (for Bofh Seporote ond Attqched Cqdet Squadrons) (1) In the following narrative, functions and duties listed for "Group" s'ill be accomplished by the corresponding\\:ing personnel in those instancesrvhere there are no Group organizations. (2) The CAP Cadet Squadron Committee will consist of a minimum of three adults; five are desirable. Membership in Civil Air Patrol is not a prerequisite for membership on this committee. Personnel selected to serve should be leaders in the community and interested in youth development and guidance. Sources of personnel may be any of the service organizations (such as the Lions, Rotary, Kiwanis, etc.), veteran organizations, or parents of Cadets. (3) It is desirable that this committee hold a business meeting once every month; however, the minimum should be one meeting each three months. The quarterly meetings should be scheduled to meet after the scheduled Group Cadet Advisory Committee meeting. (The chairman of the CAP Cadet Squadron Committee is a member of the Group Cadet Advisory Committee.) The chairman will schedule meetings of this committee.

Committee for CAP Ccdet Squodron (Seporcte) (1) The members of this committee will be appointed by the Group Commander upon the advice of the Group Director of Cadets. This appointment should be the first step in organizing new CAP Cadet Squadrons. (2) The Group Director of Cadets rvill orient this committee concerning Civil Air Patrol, the CAP Cadet Squadron (both Separate and Attached) and the duties and role of the CAP Cadet Squadron Committee. (3) After being appointed and oriented, the over-all functions of this committee will be threefold: a. Select and obtain an adult leader (Commandant of Cadets) and assist him in organizing a CAP Cadet Squadron. b. After the organization, assist the Commandant of Cadets in his conduct of a sound program. c. Be responsible for the successful operation of the Cadet Squadron. (4) Specifically, the responsibilities of the CAP Cadet Squadron Committee (Separate Squadron) are as follows: a. Selects the Commandant of Cadets and assists him in obtaining two additional leaders. (Commandant of Cadets is appointed by Group Commanding Officer on Group Special Orders and CAP Form 19, "Recommendation for Appointment of Officer" is initiated by Group Commanding Officer. The assistants to the Commandant of Cadets are appointed by the Commandant of Cadets on Cadet Squadron Orders and he initiates the CAP Forms 19.) b. Operates the Cadet Squadron during those periods when the Cadet Squadron is 'r.vithout a Commandant of Cadets and assistants. c. Recommends replacement of a nonfunctioning Commandant of Cadets and selection of a new one to the Group Director of Cadets. d. Obtains a suitable meeting place for the Cadet Squadron and storage facilities for supplies. e. Assists the Commandant of Cadets in recruiting new cadets and in promoting publicity.

f. Assists the Commandant of Cadets in planning the cadet unit finance prograrn' and establishes a fund when necessary. g. Assists the Commandant of Cadets in establishing a social, recreational, and training program for the cadet unit. h. Assists the Commandant of Cadets in recruiting capable instructors to teach the cadets specialized courses of instruction. i. Assists the Commandant of Cadets in providing transportation for cadet activities. j. Aids in acquiring training materials and equipment for the cadet prog:ram. k. Responsible for the necessary coordination with the local high schools for the implementation of the CAP-High School Coordinated Program. (Coordinates with other CAP Cadet Squadron Committees in the vicinity for the accomplishment of the above.) l. Together with the Commandant of Cadets selects a cadet nominee for the International Cadet Exchange, Cadet Scholarships, Encampment Scholarships, etc. m. Assists neighboring towns and cities in the organization of a CAP Cadet Squadron (through coordination with Group Director of Cadets). n. Establishes coordination between the Cadet Squadron and other organizations (Lions, Kiwanis, Rotary, etc.) in order to promote their interest in the cadet program. (5) One or more of the foregoing committee responsibilities may be assigned to a specific committee member; for example: a. Chairman: Leadership. b. No. 1 Member: Activities and transportation. c. No. 2 Member: Meeting place and facilities. d. No. 3 Member: Recruitment and publicity. e. No. 4 Member: Funds. Committee for CAP Codet Squodron (Attoched) (1) The members of this committee will be appointed by the Squadron Commander (senior members). (2) The Squadron Commander will orient this committee concerning Civil Air Patrol,

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the CAP Cadet Squadron (both separate and attached) and the duties and role of the CAP Cadet Squadron Committee. (3) After being appointed and oriented, the overall functions of this committee wiil be to assist the Squadron Commanderby: a. Selecting and obtaining an adult leader (Commandant of Cadets) and assisting him in organizing a CAP Cadet Squadlon. b. After the organization, assisting the Commandant of Cadets (and the Squadron Commander) in his conduct of a sound program. c. Assisting in the successfuloperation of the Cadet Squadron. (4) The CAP Cadet SquaclronCornmittee (attached squadron) will assist in every way possible the Squadron Commander (senior members)-and the Commandant of Cadets after his selection-in the following: a. Selection of Commandant of Cadets and assist him in obtaining two additional Ieaders. (Commandant of Cadets is appointed by Squadron Commanding Officer on Squadron Special Orders and CAp Form 19, "Recommendation for Appointment of Officer" is initiated by Squadron Commanding Offieer. The assistants to the Commandant of Cadets are appointed by the Commandant of Cadets on Cadet Squadron Orders and he initiates the CAP Forms 19 and sends them to the Squadron Commanding Officer.) b. Operation of the Cadet Squadron during those periods when the CacletSquadron is rvithout a Commandant of Cadets and assistants. c. Recommendsreplacement of a nonfunctioning Commandant of Cadets and seiection of a new one to the Squadron Commanding Officer. d. Obtains a suitable meeting place for the Cadet Squadron and storage facilities for supplies. e. Assisting the Commandantof Cadets in recruiting new cadets and in promoting publicity. f. Assisting the Commandant of Cadets in planning the cadet unit finance program and establishinga fund for the Cadet Squad_ ron when necessary. 5B

g. Assisting the Commandant of Cadets in establishing a social, recreational, and training program for the cadet unit. h. Assisting the Commandant of Cadets iu recruiting capable instructors to teach the cadets specializedcoursesof instruction. i. Assisting the Commandant of Cadets in providing transportation for cadet activities. j. Acquiring training materials and equipment for the cadet program. k. Assisting with the necessary coordination with the local high schools for the implementation of the CAP-High School Coordinated Program. (Coorclinates with other CAP Cadet Squadron Committees in the vicinity for the accomplishment of the above.) l. Together with the Squadron Commanding Officer and the Commanclant of Cadets selects a cadet nominee for the International Cadet Exchange, Cadet Scholarships, Encampment Scholarships, etc. m. Assisting neighboring towns and cities in the organization of a CAp Cadet Squadron (through coordination with the Group Director of Cadets). n. Establishing coordination berween the Cadet Squadron and other organizations (Lions, Kirvanis, Rotary, etc.) in order to promote their interest in the Cadet orogram. (5) One or more of the foregoing committee assignments may be given to a specific committee member, for example: a. Chairman: Leadership. b. No. 1 Member: Activities and trans_ portation. c. No. 2 Member: Meeting place and facilities. d. No. 3 Member: Recruitment and publicity. e. No. 4 Member: Funds. The Chsin of Command for the Csclet Orgonizotion (1) The chain of command,in the caseof Cadet Squadrons (Attached) in Wings rvhere there are Groups, is from the Wing Commander through the Group Commander through the local CAP Senior Ssuadron

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right man is in the right job.,' The Cadet Squadron Committee is charged with the responsibility of the successful operation of the cadet program at Squadron level. Its overall function is to aid the Cadet Squadron Commandant of Cadets in the operation of the cadet program. (6) The Cadet Squadron Commandant of Cadets will have the support of the CAp Cadet Squadron Committee to solve problems of housing, facilities, etc., and thus allow him to concentrate on program and. activity. The CAP Cadet Squadron Committee is the sponsor of the cadet unit and the Cadet Squadron Commandant of Cadets is, in effect, the Squadron Commander. (7) The Directors of Cadets at Wing and Group levels are staff officers to their respective Commanders, with no command functions. The respective Cadet Advisory Committees at these levels are to give impetus to the cadet program, to aid in planning, to review the achievements and prog"ess of the Cadet Squadrons, and to analyze the over-all program and make recommendations for its improvement.

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