Working Title: Wage Engineering Technician

State Role Title: Environmental Specialist II

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

Position Status: Part-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: Business Services

Department: 100250 - FM Administration

Pay Rate: Hourly

Specify Range or Amount: $25-$30

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: 1/31/2026

About JMU:

At James Madison University (JMU), we’re more than just a publicly funded institution — we’re a vibrant, welcoming community located on a stunning campus where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive. Our mission is to prepare students for a bright future, and we believe that starts with supporting the people who make it all possible: our employees.

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.

At JMU, we believe in Being the Change — and that starts with creating an environment where you can grow, contribute meaningfully, and feel supported every step of the way.

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General Information:

The Facilities Management Engineering & Construction Department at James Madison University is seeking applicants for a part-time Engineering Technician. This position will work approximately 20-25 hours per week. The successful candidate will assist with a variety of geospatial and stormwater related duties including updating CAD and GIS based building floor plans and campus maps.

Duties and Responsibilities:

This position will also provide support to the University’s stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, and other environmental and sustainability programs by performing construction inspections for the University’s Virginia Erosion and Stormwater Management Program (VESMP) compliance; performing required inspections on stormwater best management practices and storm system outfalls; and provide support for the University’s Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Program. Other duties may be assigned as they relate to Facilities efforts to maintain and expand the geospatial, stormwater and sustainability related programs.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:
•High degree of fluency with AutoCAD drafting software
•Experience working with enterprise Geographic Information Systems including ESRI ArcGIS
•Must be able to obtain DEQ Certification as an Erosion and Sediment Control Inspector and Stormwater Management Inspector within 12 months of employment.
•Attention to detail, organization and ability to manage multiple priorities
•Excellent communication and teamwork skills; ability to effectively communicate information in a clear manner, both in writing and verbally
•Must have a valid VA Driver’s License

Additional Posting Information:

Conditions of Employment:  

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and an acceptable MVR.

This is a part-time wage position 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:

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.