Legislative Program Advisor

Purpose

Provide leadership, guidance and direction to 4-H members participating in the Florida 4-H Legislative Program.

Length of Appointment

Sept. 1 - Aug. 31; renewable upon agreement of volunteer and 4-H Agent

Responsibilities

  • Assist 4-H members with planning, conducting and evaluating this activity.
  • Help promote this activity in the county.
  • Organize and/or teach educational activities that would supplement the State 4-H Legislative event, such as programs on county and city government.
  • Assist participants in developing legislative bills, sponsoring them, and presenting them at the State 4-H Legislature held in June.
  • Serve as group leader for participants attending the State 4-H Legislature held in Tallahassee.
  • Attend leader training meetings and workshops, a minimum of one per year.
  • Be sensitive to risks and use risk management strategies in carrying out this activity.
  • Maintain sensitivity to the individual differences of 4-H members such as differences in interests, abilities, personal needs, cultural heritage, and family support.
  • Submit required reports in a timely manner. Follow 4-H policies and procedures.

Qualifications

  • Ability to communicate with youth.
  • Ability to supervise a group of young people.
  • Belief in the educational value of the activity.
  • Ability to plan, conduct and evaluate the activity using resources of the Cooperative Extension Service and the University of Florida.
  • Belief in the importance of youth development and the need to provide young people with out of school learning opportunities. A belief in the 4-H Program.

Resources & Support Available

  • Orientation, training and support from County 4-H Staff.
  • Assistance from other volunteers.
  • Supplies and equipment.
  • Opportunity to attend the State 4-H Legislature and the Florida 4-H Adult Leader Forum.

Time Required

1 - 2 hours per week; attendance at State 4-H Legislature (five days)

Success Criteria

Members will set goals and work to achieve their goals. Members will plan, conduct and evaluate this activity.

Supervisor

County 4-H Extension Agent

Benefits

  • Expenses incurred and miles driven are tax deductible.
  • Liability and workman’s compensation insurance provided by the University of Florida.
  • Recognition from others in your community.
  • Helping in the positive development of the youth of the county.