Site Leader/Driver Application Dear Perspective Site Leader/Driver, Thank you for your interest in becoming a Helping Hands Service Ambassadors- Site Leader/Driver! On behalf of Volunteer Services and the Helping Hands Service Ambassadors (HHSA) Board of Directors, we would like to extend our best wishes in this selection process. HHSA has been working very hard to continue to enhance the service opportunities for the TWU student body and the leadership opportunities for students who are interested. Therefore, we are looking for passionate, enthusiastic and dynamic students who will really be committed to volunteerism, student leadership and direct service. If chosen as a HHSA Site Leader/Driver, you are expected to site lead/drive regularly for projects, as well as maintain a positive and progressive relationship with the Volunteer Services Coordinator, HHSA Board of Directors and the HHSA student league of volunteers. You can expect to spend time learning about the program, the office of Volunteer Services, the social issues and the work you will be doing once you are selected. Additionally, there will be a Training that you are expected to complete at the beginning of each semester. The commitment and expectations are high, but please know that you will be surrounded, and supported, by the Volunteer Services Coordinator and the HHSA Board of Directors. Please read the attached application, fully and carefully, as it lays out your responsibilities and expectations as a HHSA Site Leader/Driver. Best of Luck! Helping Hands Service Ambassadors Board of Directors Revised February 2, 2015 SITE LEADER/DRIVER REQUIREMENTS Qualifications: 2.0 Cumulative GPA (on a 4.0 scale) Must be in good standing with the institution Current TWU student Must have a strong commitment to volunteerism and direct service Participant Selection: Participants are chosen through applications Site Leader Responsibilities Commit to site leading on a regular basis Participate in all Site Leader/Driver Training and Orientations Uphold all university and program policies at all times Contact: Helping Hands Service Ambassadors Board of Directors at twuhelpinghands@gmail.com or Jennifer Oparaodu at joparaodu@twu.edu or 940.898.3626 - Applications should be turned in by 5:00 pm on Saturday, October 14, 2015 to the Center for Student Development in the Student Union. Revised February 2, 2015 General Information (incomplete applications will not be reviewed) Please return to Helping Hands Service Ambassadors Board of Directors at the HHSA General Meeting or the Center for Student Development. Name: _____________________________________________ TWU ID: __________________________ Cell Phone: _________________________________ E-mail: ______________________________________ Gender: ________________________________ Shirt Size: _____________________________________ Local Address: ___________________________________________________________________________ City: _____________________________________ State: ____________ Zip: ______________________ Classification: □ 1st Year □ 2nd Year □ Junior □ Senior □ Graduate Major/ Minor: _________________________________________ Estimated GPA: ___________________ Supplemental Questions (incomplete applications will not be reviewed) 1. Have you volunteered with Helping Hands Service Ambassadors before? If yes, what year? □ 2010 □ Yes □ No □ 2011 □ 2012 □ 2013 □ 2014 □ 2015 2. How many hours per week can you dedicate to Site Leading? ___________ 3. Do you have a TX Driver’s License? If yes, would you be interested in driving a 12 passenger van? □ Yes □ No Essay (incomplete applications will not be reviewed) Please answer the following questions in essay form and attach on a separate page. Answers should be typed, double-spaced, and no more than 2 pages. 1. What motivates you to serve as a Site Leader/Driver with the Helping Hands Service Ambassadors? 2. Why do you think volunteerism and service are an important part of your college career? Terms & Agreements (incomplete applications will not be reviewed) Being a Site Leader/Driver with Helping Hands Service Ambassadors requires time, energy, and a strong commitment. By signing this statement you are agreeing to invest that time, energy and commitment if selected. Additionally, you agree to participate in all activities, trainings, and orientations and abstain from the use of drugs and alcohol while participating with Helping Hands Service Ambassadors. Most of all, you are choosing to dedicate yourself to the goals of the Volunteer Services program and uphold all the policies set forth. Signature Date Questions? Please contact the Volunteer Services Coordinator at 940.898.3626 or via email at mbehm1@twu.edu. Revised February 2, 2015