State Ambassador
The 4-H State Ambassador position is one of the highest service opportunities and recognition attainable in the University of California 4-H Youth Development Program.
2023-24 State Ambassador Team
2023-24 State Ambassadors
Laurelyn Rosser, Orange County
Benjamin Salters, San Joaquin County
Ashley Arana, Los Angeles County
Malia Sheaffer, Santa Clara County
Sanjana Badami, Alameda County
Tejas Billa, Santa Clara County
Michaela Beckman, Orange County
2023-24 State Ambassador Educational Platform
By practicing the Three R’s of Resilience – Relax, Restore, and Reflect – we can develop resilience. With resilience, we can thrive in a changing world. Resilience is key to overcoming adversity, adapting to change, and managing stress. Setbacks are inevitable. Resilience helps us bounce back.
Apply to be a part of the
2024-25 State Ambassador team!
2024-25 State Ambassador team!
The State Ambassador Program has recognized high achieving 4-H'ers since 1940.
State Ambassadors promoting the Bogs Boots campaign.
The California 4-H State Ambassador Program is represented by youth who are exceptional in their leadership and service to their communities and who can professionally represent the entire University of California 4-H Youth Development Program.
The size of the 4-H State Ambassador team varies each year and is determined by the number of outstanding youth who apply.
As a State Ambassador, you encourage leadership through education and service.
Term
15 month commitment, May 1, 2024 thru August 31, 2025
Eligibility
Completed at least one year as a California 4-H member.
Must be 16 years old on May 1, 2024 and no older than 18 years old as of December 31, 2024.
Time Commitment
10-40 hours per month, not including travel time.
Ambassadors are expected to make this role a priority for the length of their term.
What do State Ambassador do?
Become a stronger leader
The State Ambassador team makes an action plan to engage in the six leadership skills, or competencies: Advise, Advocate, Mentor, Plan, Promote and Teach.
Advance Positive Youth Development
As a team, adopt an educational platform that makes a statewide impact over the course of your term.
Help build support for 4-H
Build good relationships with people who support 4-H. Make sure our supporters feel appreciated.
Represent California 4-H
Represent California 4-H at different local, state and national events. Take part in public talks, workshops, and activities that help in developing leadership skills.
Provide the Youth Voice to improve the CA 4-H program
Participate in state Advisory Committees to identify needs in the 4-H program and develop recommendations for improvement
Complete applications must be received by the State 4-H office no later than 8 am January 22, 2024.
Application Process
The California State 4-H Office coordinates the selection of candidates to ensure that a similar, fair and equitable process is followed.
Complete application includes:
4-H Resume attached to your application.
Three references submitted through Online Reference Form by 8 am, January 22, 2024. Additional references or a different format will not be accepted.
References must include one from each of the following:
4-H University of California Cooperative Extension Staff: 4-H Academic Advisor, 4-H Program Representative, 4-H Administrative Assistant, 4-H Regional Coordinator, 4-H State Supervisor or County Director
4-H Adult Volunteer Leader
4-H member or recent alumni (not over 21 years of age)
References may not be from family or fellow Ambassador candidates.
Please provide your references with the Reference Guidelines
In person Interview and Presentation
March 16, 2024, 12 pm to 5:30 pm**
Calfornia 4-H State Office in Davis, CA
**All applicants should save the date in anticipation of an invitation to advance to the interview phase.
The interview will consist of several activities that will allow the interview panel to get to know you. The activities highlight your strengths and how you may contribute to the overall success of the team.
Interview Presentation
Prepare a 4-5 minute presentation on one of the topics that will be provided with your invitation to interview.
Presentations will be ordered randomly.
Visual aids (props) and digital slides may be used (digital projector provided).
Evaluation of presentations will be based on basic 4-H presentation guidelines, including presentation of subject to judges, knowledge of subject, creativity, professional demeanor, voice, eye contact and answering questions.
Special Accomodations
Candidates who need accommodations to complete the application, essay or interview in the usual method should contact the California State 4-H Office for assistance.
Criteria and Evaluation of Selection
In general, selection of California 4-H State Ambassadors will be based on evidence of the qualifications outlined in the California 4-H State Ambassador Position Description. The evaluation of candidates is based on the following:
Application, Resume, Essays and Letters of Reference – Screening to qualify for interview
20% Presentation
50% Interactive Interview
30% Overall Presence and Qualifications
Timeline
January 22, 2024 - Applications and references due online to the State 4-H Office
February 9, 2024 - Letter of invitation to interview emailed to selected candidates; letters of regret sent to candidates not being interviewed.
March 16, 2024 - Interactive interview and presentation (in person attendance required)
March 22, 2024 - Letter of notification emailed to candidates
May 4-5, 2024 - State Ambassador Team Orientation (attendance required)