Working Title: Talent Development Student Assistant - FWS

State Role Title: Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study

Position Type: Federal Work Study

Position Status: Part-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: Human Resources, Training and Performance

Department: 100343 - Talent Development

Pay Rate: Hourly

Specify Range or Amount: $12.41

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: 

About JMU:

Located in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA. With a population of just over 53,000, Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in the Commonwealth of Virginia. JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students, faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 20,000 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty.

General Information:

JMU Talent Development (TD) is seeking a talented and qualified undergraduate from any major who will assist the Talent Development team in training room hospitality.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Assistant will help with Talent Development’s mission to grow the talents of JMU's employees, primarily by supporting workshops. This includes providing room setup and breakdown, greeting participants, giving opening announcements, and preparing administrative tasks associated with training workshops, including printing handouts, room signage, and setting up materials.

Additional duties will be assigned as needed and may include phone support for the department, assisting with marketing efforts, research, and proofreading. Outstanding customer service for internal and external customers and strong communication skills are necessary.

The Assistant may also have opportunities to contribute to other TD projects based on their specific strengths and abilities.

Qualifications:

Requirements include knowledge of standard office practices and procedures, working knowledge of Microsoft Office, ability to perform a wide variety of tasks while maintaining attention to detail, and strong organizational skills. This person should demonstrate a high degree of customer service insight and professionalism, as well as the ability to work well with employees from all staffing levels.

Dependability is key.

The TD office is open from 8:00-5:00, Monday through Friday. Professional development workshops are consistently scheduled from 9:00 to 4:00. As a result, the ideal candidate(s) would be available to work from 8:30 to 11:30 and/or 12:30 to 3:30. Students may work up to 20 hours per week.

Must be Federal Work Study eligible.

Additional Posting Information:

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.