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September 2002 Dear Potential Ohio 4-H Volunteer, Let me take this opportunity to thank you for expressing an interest in becoming an Ohio 4-H volunteer. Last year, over 26,000 adult and teen volunteers contributed time, energies, and talents that enabled Ohio 4-H to reach over 286,000 youth, helping Ohio 4-H fulfill its mission of helping youth to become caring, capable, and contributing citizens. To more efficiently and effectively support our Ohio 4-H members, parents, volunteers, and professionals, Ohio State University Extension has a policy concerning the selection of individuals who desire to volunteer for the organization. While the actual order of implementation may vary from county to county, all potential volunteers will: (1) receive a position description; (2) complete an application and return to Extension office; (3) have references collected by Extension professionals; (4) complete an interview; (5) submit to a criminal history fingerprint record check; and (6) agree to and sign the volunteer standards of behavior form. Effective November 1, 2002 Ohio State University Extension implemented a new volunteer selection policy and procedures. All individuals who are interested in volunteering with Ohio State University Extension and working with a member of a vulnerable population (minors, elderly over age 65, or individuals with disabilities) must adhere to new selection procedures. Please know that this information may be updated periodically and will be kept in a secured file cabinet. This information will be kept on file for a minimum of three years following the receipt of your Application or the termination of your involvement as an Ohio 4-H volunteer (whichever is longest). The release of information will follow The Ohio State University and Ohio State University Extension operating procedures and will be in accordance with Ohio law. Working with individuals in your community can bring you immense satisfaction as you help them grow, learn, develop, and succeed. Additionally, volunteering provides you an opportunity to gain new skills, help others, and meet new friends. We hope that you recognize the tremendous benefits of volunteering and will join us in helping ensure that everyone involved has a positive, educational experience. We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to potentially working with you. Sincerely yours, Jeff King Bonnie Malone Assistant Director Extension Educator 4-H Youth Development 4-H Youth Development
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Updated: August 2004