Working Title: Coordinator for Student Life, Leadership Experiences

State Role Title: Administrative and Professional Faculty

Position Type: Administrative & Professional (Non-teaching Faculty)

Position Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Exempt: Not Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: Student Life and Involvement

Department: 300311 - Dux Leadership Center

Pay Band: N/A

Pay Rate: Pay Range

Specify Range or Amount: $44,192 - $47,000 

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: 10/8/2026

About JMU:

Mission
We are a community committed to preparing students to be educated and enlightened citizens who lead productive and meaningful lives.

Vision
To be the national model for the engaged university: engaged with ideas and the world.

Who We Are
Situated in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is a vibrant community with a population of approximately 52,000. Harrisonburg is conveniently located approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA.

JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and supportive environment for students, faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 21,000 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty.

JMU offers thriving programs in the liberal arts, science and technology, and professional disciplines at the undergraduate, master’s and doctoral levels. JMU has achieved national recognition for the high quality of its academic programs, focus on maintaining strong student/faculty interaction, and innovative faculty research.

General Information:

Student Leadership and Involvement in Student Life at James Madison University is currently seeking applicants for the Coordinator for Student Life, Leadership Experiences. This position will provide support to our student leadership programs, supervise one graduate assistant, as well as undergraduate student employees, and provide direction for the Make Your Mark on Madison Program. This position serves as a campus security authority under the Jean Cleary Campus Safety Act.

The Division of Student Affairs includes University Career Center, Center for Multicultural Student Services, Community Engagement and Volunteer Center, Counseling Center, the Office of the Dean of Students, Disability Services, Student Accountability & Restorative Practices, Orientation & Transition, Residence Life, Student Life, University Health Center, University Recreation, and Well Dukes. The division is an integral part of the campus community and works collaboratively with the other divisions of the university in supporting the mission, vision, and values of the university. Successful candidates will embody the values of Student Affairs at James Madison University and will infuse these values in their day-to-day practice.

Student Affairs Values

Focusing on Students
Leading Courageously
Transcending Boundaries
Creating Belonging
Embracing Innovation and Change
Honoring and Valuing Our Staff
Prioritizing Health and Well-Being

Duties and Responsibilities:

Employee Supervision (20%): Supervise the Graduate Assistant for Leadership Development and various undergraduate student employees, including the Student Directors for the Make Your Mark on Madison program. Oversee hiring, training, scheduling, performance management, payroll processing, and employment documentation. Foster a welcoming and supportive team culture by setting clear expectations, providing ongoing feedback and professional development opportunities, and promoting excellence, accountability, and mutual respect.

MYMOM (35%) : Implement, maintain, and annually assess the Make Your Mark on Madison Program (MYMOM). This includes programming, marketing, scheduling, assessment, and recruitment of leadership counselors. Attending and co-leading Monday program nights with Student Directors is expected. Teach and accept full responsibility for all aspects of HRD 475, the 3-credit hour academic course during fall semester for the leadership counselors of the Make Your Mark on Madison program. This includes maintaining an accurate canvas page, using theory informed or research informed teaching, keeping curriculum current through regular content review and updates, and submitting grades in a timely manner.

Programming (15%): Develop, coordinate, and facilitate individual leadership development initiatives for JMU students under the direction of the Assistant Director for Student Leadership Development. Responsibilities include designing and delivering programs such as Madison Leads, leadership workshops, and one-on-one coaching experiences. Support the planning, promotion, and implementation of departmental programs through strategic marketing efforts, website management, and other communication channels. Collaborate with student organizations to advance leadership development through educational programming, leadership coaching, and organizational accountability support.

Assessment (5%): Work with Assistant and Associate Director to develop and implement ongoing assessment efforts with the expressed purpose of measuring attainment of objectives and program improvement. Assessment should ascertain needs, participation and non-participation demographics, participant satisfaction, and accomplishment of stated goals and learning objectives. Assessment results should inform resource allocation, program improvement, and marketing processes. Propose new programs, resources, or services based on assessment results.

Budget Management (5%): Coordinate with Student Leadership and Involvement staff to maintain a budget, ensure appropriate and effective use of available resources, and assist in the annual budget development process.

Collaboration (5%): Proactively develop and maintain collaborative relationships with other university stakeholders where such relationships would promote efficiency and/or effectiveness in fulfilling the Student Life mission. This includes but does not limit to the Office of Student Accountability and Restorative Practices and the College of Education.

Department and Committee Work (5%): Serve on department and university committees as assigned. Actively participate in accomplishing established goals and objectives. Support departmental mission and comply with position related federal, state, local and JMU law and policy. This position is specifically subject to adherence to the Jean Clery Act requirements and JMU Policy 4303 Use of University Vehicles. Assist in the facilitation of hazing prevention presentations.

Professional Development (5%): Accomplish a minimum of 20 hours of professional development, attend Student Life professional development training, participate in staff retreats and other job-related training specific to SLI. Effectively utilize conferences and other professional development opportunities as tools for staying current in the field of student leadership programs.

Other Duties as Assigned (5%)

Qualifications:

Required:

• Demonstrated previous professional experience in a higher education/college student affairs setting, or similar environment
• Knowledgeable of best practices in leadership education
• A record of commitment to creating a welcoming environment
• Commitment to student development and a student-learning environment
• A record of collaboration across functional work areas
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience developing rapport in one-on-one relationships

Preferred:

• Skilled in advising and supporting students in the development of their leadership skills
• Knowledgeable in operating programs for college students
• Knowledgeable in student development theories
• Knowledgeable in basic marketing skills, social media platforms, and supervisory skills
• Be current on trends in higher education
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office software (specifically Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams)

Additional Posting Information:

Financial moving assistance may be provided to the successful candidate.

JMU’s Dual Career and Community Resources Program is available for candidates that will be relocating to the area. For more information, please visit https://bit.ly/2OTF1NG.

Conditions of Employment:  

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

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:

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.