372nd Recruiting Group hosts virtual Change of Command ceremony

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  • By Master Sgt. Chance Babin
  • Air Force Recruiting Service Public Affairs

HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah – The 372nd Recruiting Group conducted a virtual change of command July 9, 2020 here, as Col. Layne D. Trosper took command from Col. Jason C. Scott. Maj. Gen. Ed Thomas, Air Force Recruiting Service commander, officiated the ceremony from Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas.

The 372nd Recruiting Group directs the recruiting activities of eight regional Health Profession flights, and nine squadrons. The 372nd RCG is situated in 314 recruiting offices in 24 western states, as well as Alaska, Guam, Hawaii and Japan.

Thomas acknowledged the unique situation that the colonels are swapping jobs within the organization, as Scott will be the new Chief of Operations at headquarters AFRS in Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. He also highlighted the accomplishments of both.

“Colonel Scott, you have gone above and beyond,” Thomas said. “You have been a unique strategic-minded commander in so many different ways. Three things that I think have marked your command is excellence, teamwork and pride.”

Scott reflected on his tour with the 372nd RCG.

“The past two years have gone by fast,” Scott said. “It seems like yesterday I took command. Without hesitation my family and I would do it all over again. The time we have spent in recruiting over two tours have been the best assignments in our Air Force careers. It was an absolute honor to be on the 372nd team and achieve more with all of you. Thank you for being all in.”

Thomas discussed the incoming 372nd RCG commander and how his passion is obvious.

“He has exceeded the standard in everything he has done,” Thomas said. “Your passion for both people and the recruiting mission is clear and contagious. He gets the importance of this mission and that kind of passion is going to help the 372nd continue this trajectory of excellence.”

“I am an incredibly blessed man,” Trosper said. “I’ve got a passion for recruiting. I’ve got to see so many lives change.”

He reflected over the past several months working through many obstacles during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“The last year, especially the last three or four months have been interesting,” Trosper said. “Our team has done amazing work to keep this mission going.”

He then looked forward and sees a great opportunity for the Air Force to lead the way.

“We have the opportunity to set the example for the Air Force but also for our Nation on how we handle difficult situations, drive through and work together just to make our service and our nation a better place,” Trosper said.