Working Title: Advisor, College of Business Advising and Support Center (Part-Time)

State Role Title: Education Support Specialist II

Position Type: Part-time - Wage / Part-time Salaried

Position Status: Part-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: College of Business

Department: 100330 - College of Business - Dean

Pay Rate: Hourly

Specify Range or Amount: $25

Is this a JMU only position? No

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No

Beginning Review Date: 5/28/2025

About JMU:

JMU is a publicly funded university with a beautiful campus and a supportive community that is committed to preparing students for the future. JMU offers several perks to all employees including:
• A Tuition Waiver Program that allows employees to have tuition waived for undergraduate and graduate level courses taken at JMU.
• Free Access to the University Recreation Center (UREC): Employees can enjoy facility access and program registration privileges at UREC and University Park. This includes the climbing wall, equipment centers, and group exercise studios.
• A variety of voluntary benefits such as Pet Insurance, Identity Theft and Legal Protection Plans, and several other supplemental benefits.
• Holiday Breaks: The university is granted 12 holidays a year.
• Talent Development Trainings: The Talent Development department offers a wide variety of personal and professional trainings, eligible for all employees to join.

Visit our Benefits site to learn more about the benefits that James Madison University offers to part-time employees!

General Information:

The College of Business (CoB) Advising and Support Center (ASC) seeks a part-time academic advisor. The successful candidate will be part of a professional and student team supporting student success by providing academic advice to 4,500 business majors. The ASC encourages student growth by providing quality advice and programming designed to empower students in making informed decisions, leading to the achievement of academic and professional goals.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Use professional judgement to advise students on degree requirements and college progression standards; Communicate regularly with constituents; Assist students in developing academic plans; Coach students on academic success strategies; Monitor students’ progression; Participate in staff development activities; Maintain records and confidentiality; Serve as an accessible and knowledgeable resource to students.

Qualifications:

-Excellent oral, written and listening communication skills.
-Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
-Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
-Demonstrated ability to work in a team setting as well as work independently.
-Ability to learn quickly, adapt to a fast-changing environment and manage multiple priorities at once.
-Experience working with college students is beneficial, especially advising experience, but not required.

Conditions of Employment:  

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

This is a part-time wage position working an average of 29 hours per week over the course of an academic year with no benefits.

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

EEO Statement:

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.

Reasonable Accommodation:

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