Volunteer Application Process

The Leon County 4-H Volunteer Application Process follows these steps:

1. Contact the Leon County 4-H office: This should be your first step. We can provide you with information on current volunteer opportunities, the specific needs of their programs, and the application process.

2. Complete the Application: You'll be asked to fill out a volunteer application form, which typically includes details about your background, skills, interests, and availability.

3. Interview: A one-on-one interview with the 4-H Team will be scheduled. This is an opportunity for you to see if your interests and the needs of the program align.

4. Screening/Background Check: For the safety of the youth participants, Leon County 4-H requires a background check for all prospective volunteers. 

5. Training: If your application is accepted, you will need to attend a volunteer training session. This training is designed to prepare you for your volunteer role and may cover topics such as 4-H's mission and values, youth development, and your specific duties.

6. Placement: After your training is completed, you'll be placed in a volunteer role that fits your interests and the program's needs. Placement occurs every Fall and Spring semester for community clubs. 

• Volunteer Application

  Download the paper Application: Volunteer Application

  Applicants submitting the paper application must also complete the paper 4-H Participation Form

• Teacher Volunteer

  As a teacher, you are well-positioned to start a 4-H club at your school. The 4-H program encourages educators to become involved and form clubs because they recognize that teachers already have a significant relationship with students and can help facilitate the 4-H experience within the school setting. 

  Leon County 4-H provides teachers with various types of support, including curriculum development and resources. We help teachers identify appropriate 4-H curriculum materials, provide training on how to use those materials, and offer guidance on incorporating 4-H principles and methods into their classroom teaching. We can also help facilitate access to other resources within the UF/IFAS and 4-H network, like subject matter experts or local community partners.

  Additionally, youth who are 4-H members are eligible to attend state events and apply for 4-H scholarships. 

  For more information on any of these programs, contact the Leon County 4-H Program at (850) 606-5200. 

HOW TO REGISTER IN 4-H ONLINE:

Enroll as a 4-H volunteer through our 4HOnline enrollment system. 

Complete the annual OYCS Youth Protection Training. This can be found under "Trainings" in your 4HOnline profile. There is a quiz you must pass to move on to the next step, but you can take it as many times as necessary.  

If you have any questions about volunteering, please call our office at (850) 606-5200 or email us at leon4h@ifas.ufl.edu