• Current Wyoming 4-H members ages 15-18.
• Applicants must be in good standing in their County 4-H program.

• A genuine enthusiasm for 4-H.
• Ability to meet people easily, even strangers.
• Public speaking skills, both planned and extemporaneous.
• A commitment to 4-H as shown by a willingness to put a high priority on the responsibilities of serving on the State Leadership Team. While team members can be active in other organizations, they are expected to place 4-H at the top of the list during their time on the team.
• Ability to be a team player.
• Self-starter, always motivated to do their best with minimal instruction. Someone who is willing to go above and beyond without being asked.
• Be interested in developing and/or enhancing skills related to leadership, such as: conflct resolution, facilitation, teamwork, decision-making, respect, and communication.
• Be able to accept and incorporate constructive criticism to enhance their own skills and the strength of the team. Be willing to explore and apply diverse concepts of leadership, service and promotion.
• Have basic skills in teaching others, facilitating discussions, public speaking, and comfortable talking to large groups.

• Submit your completed State 4-H Leadership Team application form by September 16, 2024. Applications can be found here.
• With your application you will submit a 4-H resume and headshot (school photo is acceptable).
• Extension Educator Recommendation submitted by September 23, 2024.
• Online interviews will be conducted via Zoom, with State 4-H Leadership Team advisor, a member of the Wyoming State 4-H Office, and a member from a previous leadership team.

• To uphold and abide by the Wyoming 4-H Code of Conduct throughout the duration of their appointment as a State 4-H Leadership Team.
• To participate in all required State 4-H Leadership Team events and activities. To be a positive role model to, and representative of, all youth involved in Wyoming 4-H.
• To be willing to work with team members to establish and meet objectives.
• To be prompt in response to emails and other forms of communication. To be willing to engage in a youth-adult partnership model of leadership.

Members of the State 4-H Leadership Team should schedule these dates at the beginning for the year in order to attend all the required events and activities. If conflicts exist, the expectation is that they be made known during the team retreat in January.

*Dates are subject to change and additional events will occur (ex: Jr. Leader meetings, conference calls, etc.).