Senior Staff Applications

The 18th Kansas Wing Training Group is seeking dedicated Senior Members to participate in the 2026 Kansas Winter Encampment from 26 December 2026 through 4 January 2027. Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled. Part time personnel will be considered.

Applicants selected will be notified as soon as possible. Watch this page for updates.

Lodging and Fees

The fee is $100 for full time senior staff. Scholarships are available based upon need and availability.

Many of these positions entail working directly with cadets as a mentor in a mirror position.

Qualifications

Desired qualifications include:

• Cadet Programs Specialty Track, minimum Technician rating exam completed

• Ability to mentor without leading

• Ability to walk approximately 1-3 miles per day

• CAP Driver License highly desired

Application Procedure

Please apply through Registration Zone and fill out the application supplement. You must complete both to be slotted for encampment.

18th Training Group Staff

Group Headquarters Staff

Commander	Maj Stacey Kreitz
Commandant of Cadets	Capt Kyle Clement
Deputy Commander for Support	Capt Braedon Smith
Chaplain
Safety Officer	1st Lt Crystalee Protheroe
Assistant Safety Officer	SM Marc Protheroe

Senior Operations Staff

Chief Training Officer, 18th Training Group	Capt Andrew Durrer
Senior Training Officer, 39th Cadet Training Squadron
Training Officer, A Flight
Training Officer, B Flight
Training Officer, C Flight
Senior Training Officer, 40th Cadet Training Squadron
Training Officer, D Flight
Training Officer, E Flight
Training Officer, F Flight
Senior Training Officer, 41st Cadet Training Squadron
Training Officer, G Flight
Training Officer, H Flight
Training Officer, I Flight

Senior Support Staff

Administrative Officer	1st Lt Stephanie O'Connell
Assistant Administrative Officer	1st Lt Robyne O'Grady
Personnel Officer	Capt Tate Mabie
Curriculum and Plans Officer	1st Lt Karen Glaesemann
Logistics Officer	Lt Col Doug Crockett
Transportation Officer
Supply Officer
Public Affairs Officer	1st Lt Mitzi Garnier
Assistant Public Affairs Officer	FO Elijah Daffer
Health Services Officer	Lt Col Patricia Crockett

 

Vacancies

The following positions are vacant and accepting applicants:

• Chaplain

• Deputy Chaplain

• Training Officers (all flights)

• Senior Training Officers (all squadrons)

• Transportation Officer

• Supply Officer

• Assistant Curriculum and Plans Officer

• Assistant Health Services Officer