STUDENT AMBASSADOR PROGRAM Fall 2018

The ENLACE Ambassador Program is a talented group of students who gain valuable volunteer
and leadership experience that transform communities. There are limited positions available.
Every student must go through an application and selection process. Student Ambassadors are
current SJC students selected on the basis of leadership, scholarship, professionalism and desire to
promote education and the better being of their community. Ambassadors uphold the philosophy,
mission and goals of ENLACE through personal example and Servant Leadership.

Qualifications
 Must be enrolled in 6 or more credit hours per semester and stay enrolled throughout the semester
 Must have and maintain 2.50 GPA or higher (GED 480)
 Bilingual (Spanish/English) - Preferred
 Practice and uphold professionalism including responsibility, dependability and punctuality
 Sincere desire to represent SJC and ENLACE as a Student Ambassador
 Knowledge of Microsoft Applications e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher.
 Reliable transportation – Preferred

Responsibilities
 Provide service learning hours with ENLACE/Herencia Latina Programs by completing a
minimum of 3 mandatory events each semester
 Collaborate with various departments on campus
 Outreach, recruit, mentor, make appropriate student referrals
 Identify and attend professional/educational training/conference/symposium/seminar
 Attend an ambassador training at the beginning of each semester
 Attend weekly/bi-weekly meetings
 Mentor high school students, work with parents, and conduct presentations Spanish/English
 Plan, design, and carryout programs and activities
 Must represent ENLACE with professionalism at all times
 Meet with a mentor, coach or ENLACE staff at prescribed intervals to assure your academic and
personal success!
 Work a minimum of 3 hours a week throughout the 2017-2018 Academic Year
 Maintain a minimum 2.50 GPA per semester.
 Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 20 lbs.

Incentives
 Campus, regional and state recognition
 Leadership training and development
 Gain experience for resume and opportunity for letters of recommendation
 Exposure to various regional and state involvement opportunities and conferences
 Establish professional and personal contacts
 Network
 Be a part of fun and exciting events on campus and ENLACE site
 Tuition Stipend per semester.

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Other Information
 Number of positions available changes by semester and according to funding.
 All responsibilities are required, as stated above, to receive stipend and other program incentives
 Ambassadors are responsible for notifying ENLACE staff if they are unable to make their
scheduled event (within 24-hours of event start-time). If missing an event, Ambassador must
makeup missed event with an equivalent event that semester
 One unexcused absence from assigned event or meetings will result in your termination from the
Student Ambassador program and all funding will have to be refunded to ENLACE

Selection Criteria
 Sincere desire to represent ENLACE events and San Juan College
 Enthusiasm to work with the Latino community, but not limited to
 Comfortable in large or small groups and give presentations
 Ability to work well with others
 Responsible and dependable
 Desire to learn and develop skill sets described above
 Commitment and willingness to serve others
 Aspiration to make a difference for educational advancements

Application Procedure
1. Fill out the application and submit electronically to: caron@sanjuancollege.edu or drop it off at the
Herencia Latina Center in Room 1616,
i) Positions will be filled on a first come, first serve basis
2. Attach transcripts and class schedule.
3. If called for an interview, it will be a bilingual interview.
4. Reference check by ENLACE Personnel
5. You must attend an Ambassador training – date TBA

If selected as an ENLACE Ambassador, you will be provided with a shirt which will be required to be worn at all events.
You will be expected to return the shirt once you have completed your service learning hours.

Continuing Ambassadors: Due by 5:00PM June 30, 2018

New Applicants: Due by 5:00 PM September 6, 2018

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MUST COMPLETE ALL INFORMATION
Contact Information
Name
Street Address
City, ST, ZIP Code
Home Phone
Work Phone
E-Mail Address
SJC Student ID #
Subject of Study (Major)
G.P.A

Skills and Leadership - Tell us in which areas you are interested.

___ Administration ___ Community organizing
___ Mentoring ___ Events
___ Community outreach ___ Leadership and Activism
___ Data entering ___ Children’s activities
___ Social Media, Photography, video, etc… ___ Tutoring
___ Translation (verbal, written) ___ Other _____________________
Subjects: _________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________

Please answer the questions below as thoroughly as possible. Attach extra paper for questions, if necessary.

1) Why do you want to become an ENLACE ambassador?

2) What qualities and skills do you possess that would enable you to be an effective
ENLACE ambassador?

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 3) Please list any activities, clubs or organizations you have been involved in while at SJC or
previous schools; also include responsibilities or offices held (if applicable)

Identify the time that you are available to Work and time you are in Class or outside Job.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
8:00 am – 9:00 am

9:00 am – 10:00 am

10:00 am – 11:00 am

11:00 am – 12:00 pm

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

USE E, C, J for E= ENLACE time, C = Class, J = outside job or not available

*Attach your class schedule

References
Please list two references, preferably from individuals that you have worked or volunteered with. Include
their name, relation, phone number and e-mail.
1. ________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________

2. ________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________

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 Person to Notify in Case of Emergency
Name
Street Address
City ST ZIP Code
Home Phone
Work Phone
Relationship

Agreement and Signature

By submitting this application, I affirm that the facts set forth in it are true and complete. I certify that I
have received a copy of the “Student Ambassador Position Description” I have also read and understand
the responsibilities and guidelines as stated in the description and agree to the terms in which the
document entails. I understand that if I am accepted as an ENLACE ambassador, any false statements,
omissions, or other misrepresentations made by me on this application may result in my immediate
dismissal and if I do not successfully complete my duties and responsibilities I am obligated to repay
ENLACE the amount of the stipend that was awarded each semester.
Full Legal Name (printed)
Signature
Date

Our Policy
It is the policy of this organization to provide equal opportunities without regard to race, color, religion,
national origin, gender, sexual preference, age, or disability.

Thank you for completing this application and for your interest in joining the ENLACE/Herencia Latina
families.