211 Duncan Hall–ACES | Auburn University, Alabama 36849

(334) 844-2276 | ambassador@auburn.edu | www.alabama4h.com | v2.4honline.com

QUALIFICATIONS

• Enrolled 4-H member through 4HOnline
• At least 14 years old by January 1 of the starting term year
• A high school sophomore, junior, or senior
• Completed at least one full club year as an active 4-H member
• Participated and demonstrated leadership in a variety of youth development activities
• Demonstrate commitment to community service and volunteerism
• Experience in planning and delivering events and activities
• Demonstrate ability to work as a team member and individually with both youth and adults
• Diverse knowledge of the total Alabama 4-H Youth Development Program

BENEFITS

• Opportunity to further develop leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience in planning, implementing, and participating in statewide educational, leadership, and service-related programs
• Greater understanding of the 4-H Youth Development Program
• Ability to represent 4-H and Alabama as a 4-H Ambassador Delegate

POSITION DESCRIPTION

• Supporting the mission and vision of Alabama 4-H
• Supporting various local, county, regional, and statewide programs and activities, including public presentations, leadership development opportunities, and community service
• Assisting with an innovative and high-profile Ambassador Community Service Project
• Providing leadership for Midwinter Teen Leadership Retreat, Alabama 4-H State Competitive Events Day, and other 4-H events as assigned; the Ambassador president will have additional meeting requirements

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Applicants must be at least 14 years old by January 1 of the starting term year
• The application for 2025-2026 State Ambassador must be received in its entirety by April 1, 2025, through 4HOnline. The following pieces are part of that application process:
  • 4HOnline Application
  • 4-H Resume

MANDATORY MEETING DATES

• March 1: 4-H State Ambassador Application opens in 4HOnline.
• April 1: 4-H State Ambassador Application closes in 4HOnline.
• April 10–12: First round of Zoom interviews are held.
• April 21–25: Emails are sent to 4-H members who will receive an in-person interview.
• May 5 & 7: In-person interviews are held at the Alabama 4-H Center (May 5) and Auburn University (May 7).
• May 12–17: Emails are sent to 4-H members indicating if they are 2025–2026 State Ambassadors.

Only an application of sufficient quality and submitted through 4HOnline will merit an invitation to interview. Be aware of the high commitment and standards that come with being an Alabama 4-H Ambassador. As a 4-H Ambassador, you are the face of Alabama 4-H at all times. You must demonstrate high ethical standards.

Below are the mandatory meeting dates:

*Note that you may be asked to participate in other state, county, or regional events that are not listed.

• June 3–4, 2025: 4-H Ambassador planning meeting, Auburn University
• June 20, 2025: State 4-H Competitive Event Day, Alabama 4-H Center
• September 28–29, 2025: Alabama 4-H Center
• January 9–10, 2026: 4-H Ambassador meeting, Location TBD
• February 5, 2026: Midwinter preparation meeting, Alabama 4-H Center
• February 6–8, 2026: Midwinter Retreat, Alabama 4-H Center

Joy Scott, Extension Specialist, 4-H and Youth Development, Auburn University.

Revised February 2025, Alabama 4-H Ambassadors, 4HYD-2152