CWF & LWF Program Assistant Application FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS AND FILL OUT COMPLETELY OR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. USE COMPLETE NAME AND INCLUDE NICKNAMES. GIVE COMPLETE ADDRESSES. COUNCIL APPLICATION AND CONSENT FORM MUST BE FILLED OUT IN BLACK INK. YOU MAY FAX IT BUT. ALSO SEND ORIGINAL TO US. Program Assistant Key Roles Program Assistants (PA's), play key role in the implementation of programs at the National 4-H Conference Center in Chevy Chase, Maryland. On campus, they greet visiting groups and orient them to the Center, lead workshops and assemblies, arrange room set-ups and audio-visual equipment and assist Group Coordinators. Off campus, PA's aid groups by providing basic interpretation of sites and coordinating field trip logistics. The experience may also include working in one of Council's many office areas. Guidelines Please be sure to read through ALL of the information BEFORE you start to fill out the application. It is not necessary for you to have been in 4-H to apply for this position. Both former 4-H'ers and non-4-h'ers will be considered equally. 1. If typing, please use a font no smaller than 10 point. 2. Submit applications in the following order: a. Cover letter b. Resume c. Program Assistant Application d. Complete and submit the video question on DVD, thumb drive, CD, or post to YouTube & send the link. e. National 4-H Council Application for Employment f. Three completed recommendation forms must be included in order for your application to be considered. One blank recommendation form is provided. g. Complete and sign the Disclosure Statement and the Consent To Obtaining Consumer Reports- FILL OUT COMPLETELY WITH COMPLETE ADDRESSES 3. Include your name at the top of each page of the Program Assistant Application. Sign the completed National 4-H Council Application for Employment in all necessary areas 4. Send application to: Zach Hall National 4-H Council Program Assistant Internships 7100 Connecticut Avenue Chevy Chase, MD 20815-4999 5. INCOMPLETE and LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Applicants will be notified approximately one month after deadline regarding the status of their candidacy
7100 Connecticut Avenue, Chevy Chase, Maryland 20815-4999 (301) 961- -2894 Web: www.fourhcouncil.edu Program Assistant Application 1. Name Last First Middle 2. Home State 3. Please indicate the employment period desired. If you would like to be considered for more than one employment period, please rank your preferences accordingly. Wonders of Washington (February - Early June) Citizenship Washington Focus (Mid May - Mid July) Leadership Washington Focus (Early June - Mid July) 4. Languages Ability: Indicate on a scale from 1-5 (1=none, 5=native fluency) your proficiency. Languages Speaking Writing Spanish German French Japanese English Other 5. How did you learn about this opportunity? Internet: National 4-H Council homepage College or University Career Center Internship Directory State 4-H Office or Representative County 4-H Agent Referral from Past PA Collegiate 4-H Club Marketing Alert Internet Search Other: Non 4-H alumni, skip questions six and seven. 6. Years in 4-H, 4-H State Affiliation 7. Indicate the year of participation in 4-H or other National and International events and experiences in the space provided. Citizenship Washington Focus National 4-H Conference National 4-H Congress Profiles for Tomorrow International Foreign Youth Exchange World Focus Wonders of Washington Others:
7100 Connecticut Avenue, Chevy Chase, Maryland 20815-4999 Phone: (301) 961-2801 Fax: (301) 961-2922 www.4-h.org Program Assistant Application ESSAY QUESTIONS Please respond to the following essay questions, using no more than one typewritten page per question. 1. Group Participation/Personal Involvement Describe the most meaningful project or organization in which you have participated (4-H or other). Please include the basic goals and objectives of this activity/organization and explain how your involvement led to growth in areas like the following: resource management, teamwork, customer service, organization and evaluation of information, and understanding of social organizations. 2. Leadership Experience Describe your most important leadership experience. This could include involvement in youth groups, 4-H, business, and school, i.e., clubs, projects, field trips, etc. (include group size, your specific responsibilities, goals and objectives, leadership techniques, etc.) Explain how each experience enhanced your growth in any of the following areas: ability to design or improve systems, decision-making, problem solving, and self-management. VIDEO QUESTIONS 1. Teachable Moments Please take no more than 5 minutes to teach the application review team a new skill or lesson.
7100 Connecticut Avenue, Chevy Chase, Maryland 20815-4999 Phone: (301) 961-2801 Fax: (301) 961-2922 www.4-h.org NATIONAL 4-H COUNCIL PROGRAM ASSISTANT RECOMMENDATION FORM Applicant s Name: Deadline: (Designated by applicant.) The individual named above has applied for a position with National4-H Council. We would appreciate your assessment of this individual's abilities and qualifications to serve as a Program Assistant. Program Assistants host visitors to the National 4-H Center, lead workshops and assemblies, provide route information to bus drivers. deliver commentary on field trips, and assist with group logistics. Feel free to attach additional information in the form of a letter If you wish. Reference information will not be released to any person not officially involved in the employment selection process. Please enclose the completed form in your company envelope and return to the applicant by the deadline above. Thank you for your time and effort in completing this form on behalf of the applicant Please Rate Each Trait by Placing a Check in the Appropriate Column: Skill or Characteristic Lack Evidence Additional Experience Needed Not As Good As Most About Average Better Than Most One of the Best You Could Find Public Speaking Leadership Responsiveness to Direct Supervision Dependability Maturity Flexibility Motivation/Ambition Self-Confidence Tact/Diplomacy Enthusiasm Cooperation/Ability to Work wi1h Others Ability to Learn and Then Teach Others Judgment Initiative/Self Starter Creative/Innovative Work Habits
What would you consider this person's strongest assets for this position? What would you consider this applicant's weakest points for this position? List three words that best describe the applicant: Do you know of any reason(s) why this applicant should not be considered for this type of position? How long have you known the applicant? In what capacity? Additional comments: Completed by: Name Title Street Address City State Zip code Day Time Phone Number Signature Date