Working Title: IIHHS Social Media Asistant - IE

State Role Title: Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study

Position Type: Institutional Employment

Position Status: Part-Time

FLSA Status: N/A

College/Division: College of Health and Behavioral Studies

Department: 539320 - IIHHS

Pay Band: 

Pay Rate: Hourly

Specify Range or Amount: $12.77 

Is this a JMU only position? N/A

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? N/A

Beginning Review Date: 04/06/2026

About JMU:

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:

The Institute for Innovation in Health and Human Services (IIHHS) is seeking a student employee for the 2026-27 academic year to assist with the day-to-day management of IIHHS social media accounts, and to provide logistical and administrative assistance for the Institute's interprofessional and interdisciplinary (IPE and IDE) courses and workshops, as well as for other programs at IIHHS. Applicants should be available to work around 10 hours per week (Mon-Fri), with occasional evening shifts as needed. Applications MUST include a cover letter and resume in order to be considered.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Provide administrative assistance for IIHHS social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) and collaborate with IIHHS programs on social media postings
* Receive post materials from IIHHS programs and assemble with appropriate images, captions, and hashtags on social media platforms via Social Champ
* Attend monthly IIHHS Social Media Committee meetings and provide updates on analytics and upcoming social media posts.
* Monitor social media via IIHHS accounts and list/repost other JMU-affiliated posts
* Maintain records of program post history via MS Teams, and social media monthly analytics via MS Excel
* Provide support with graphic creation, data visualization, infographic creation, and other data for use in marketing and publicity for IIHHS and the IIHHS annual report (Canva)
* Assist with IPE and IDE coursework, workshop preparation/follow-up, and other tasks for IIHHS IPE & IDE Associate Director and Administrative & Operational Services Coordinator
* Provide other administrative support for IIHHS and its programs as needed - front desk reception coverage, event planning, etc.
* Work shifts at 2031 Deyerle Ave. offices and occasionally at 755 MLK Jr. Way offices; at other locations at JMU as required for IPE and IDE events

Qualifications:

* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Strong organizational and time management skills
* Strong understanding of social media platforms that IIHHS maintains (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn) and best practices for social media
* Strong interest in social media management
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively
* Strong computer literacy skills, with knowledge of and/or ability to quickly learn Microsoft 365 applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) and platforms related to graphic design (Canva)
* Strong sense of personal responsibility (reliability and dependability, with strong accuracy and attention to detail)

Successful applicants for this position often major in areas like Marketing or Media Arts & Design. Knowledge and familiarity with CHBS programs (i.e., Psychology, Social Work, Health Professions) is a plus.

Additional Posting Information:

Founded in 2003, the Institute for Innovation in Health and Human Services (IIHHS) is a community-engaged center of learning, scholarship, and mutual support between James Madison University and the community of Harrisonburg, the surrounding counties, and the Commonwealth of Virginia. IIHHS is a forward-thinking and dynamic organization that strives to cultivate a shared sense of purpose in building healthier and safer communities where all individuals can thrive and flourish. IIHHS is housed with JMU's College of Health and Behavioral Studies (CHBS).

Conditions of Employment:  

Students must be degree-seeking students, enrolled on at least a half-time basis (6 credits for undergraduate and 5 credits for graduate).

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 a student with a disability and need assistance please contact the Office of Disability Services at (540) 568-6705 or disability-svcs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the Office of Disability Services, located in the Student Success Center, Suite 1202 and they will be happy to assist you.