Due to the unpredictable nature of disasters, FEMA employs a temporary, on-call workforce, known as Reservists. Reservist work is available on an as-needed basis (it is not full-time or continuous). Appointments are for up to two years and can be renewed.
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FEMA Reservists are covered by the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA), protecting them from discrimination and providing job protections when they are deployed to disasters, emergencies, and critical trainings on behalf of FEMA. Learn more.
Our Reservist program is divided into 23 different cadres that are organized by operational responsibilities. Each cadre has various positions, from specialist to leadership level that play a vital role in supporting disaster operations.
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A cadre (/ˈkɑːdrə/, .mw-parser-output .IPA-label-smallfont-size:85%.mw-parser-output .references .IPA-label-small,.mw-parser-output .infobox .IPA-label-small,.mw-parser-output .navbox .IPA-label-smallfont-size:100%also UK: /ˈkɑːdər/, also US: /ˈkɑːdreɪ/) is the complement of commissioned officers and non-commissioned officers of a military unit responsible for training the rest of the unit.[1] The cadre may be the permanent skeleton establishment of a unit, around which the full unit can be built if needed. In countries which have conscription, a cadre may comprise the permanent staff of a regiment who train the conscripts assigned to it. The term comes from the French expression en cadre, with the same meaning.[2][3]
In the Military of the United States, a cadre is a group or member of a group of leaders, especially in units that conduct formal training schools.[4] In United States Army jargon, the word is singular and plural. At the United States Military Academy, the upper-class cadets who conduct Cadet Basic Training for incoming freshmen are called the cadre.[citation needed]
In the British Armed Forces, a cadre is a group of instructors or a unit that trains potential instructors or non-commissioned officers (NCOs), in which case it usually also includes the trainees (e.g., the Mountain Leader Training Cadre of the Royal Marines).
In the Japan Self-Defense Forces, the direct translation in Japanese for this word is "幹部, (kanbu)", which refers to the commissioned officers (幹部自衛官, kanbu-jieikan).[5] The JMSDF unofficially uses the word "准幹部, jun-kanbu" which means, "associate cadre" if the word is directly translated for the warrant officers,[6] since their position as the warrant officer is different from the other two (Ground and Air) branches.[7]
Adapted from the military usage, in Canadian police services, a cadre is an individual officer. It is used in place of badge number and is used in Records Management Systems for dispatching and report entry.[8]
She voiced concern about the possibility of Russia sending troops into Belarus after President Vladimir Putin said the Kremlin has prepared a cadre of police officers to assist the country if necessary.
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Cadets participate in a challenging four-year core curriculum of 14 nationally recognized majors in engineering, the sciences, and the humanities, with an array of enrichment opportunities. The Institute boasts a student to teacher ratio of 10:1.
VMI boasts one of the leading Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) programs in the United States. The program challenges cadets to focus on strengthening both mind and body while pursuing ideals of discipline, honor, and respect. The Institute also offers one of only 14 Coast Guard Auxiliary University Programs in the nation.
VMI inspires and is committed to excellence. The Corps of Cadets is able to utilize the training offered by a 24/7 military environment and apply a mindset of overcoming adversity towards their academic and athletic goals, and for those who commission, towards exemplary military service.
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Cadre Week is a five-day training event that all cadre and support staff take part in. The week is packed with simulations, training, and planning in preparation for the incoming rats on Matriculation Day, Minear said. His role as the S3 captain is to oversee the Corps, especially during Cadre Week and Matriculation Week, making sure cadre and rats are in the right place, at the right time, and in the right uniform. S3 is in charge of operations and is responsible for planning and executing plans to accomplish assigned missions.
Just like the cadet corps, our cadre hail from all over the country. Detachment 905 has the privilege of growing under the leadership of individuals who have explored all corners of the United States Air Force. From Special Warfare Tacticians to Office of Special Investigations (OSI) Agents to Nuclear ICBM Operators, the cadre of Detachment 905 exude decades of unique wisdom that cannot be found anywhere else. Click on each picture to learn more about the unique experiences of our leadership!
Positive Leadership for Encampment Cadre 2.0- Join Maj Gen Edward Phelka, CAP National Commander, and General Regena Aye, National Commander Select, for another empowering session on the critical role of cadet cadre at encampment. After the first popular webinar, dive deeper into expanded topics and techniques for fostering positive leadership at encampments. Gain invaluable insights as seasoned leaders discuss real-world scenarios, offering their perspectives and strategies for success. Recommended for all encampment leaders, cadre, & staff. Watch the Video
Positive Leadership for Encampment Cadre- Join Maj Gen Edward Phelka, CAP National Commander, for an empowering webinar on positive leadership at encampments. Delve into crucial topics such as command vision, the pivotal role of cadet cadre, fostering positive leadership, optimizing training intensity, and more. This interactive session offers a live Q&A, providing attendees with invaluable insights and strategies for effective leadership. Recommended for all encampment leaders, cadre, & staff. Watch the Video
Summer 2024 Encampment Office Hours- Join the National Encampment Best Practices Team to get clarity on the coming encampment season. Bring your questions and share best practices with your fellow encampment leaders. Two sessions offered.
Training Officers: Supporting Cadet Success- Being a Training Officer at encampment is more than being a chaperone, it's a mentoring role. Come learn how to find the right balance in supporting the cadets, students and cadre alike.
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