Working Title: Student Assistant for Programming, Wellness, and Wellbeing - IE
State Role Title: Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study
Position Type: Institutional Employment
Position Status: Part-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime
College/Division: Student Life and Involvement
Department: 300328 - Fraternity/Sorority Life
Pay Band:
Pay Rate: Stipend
Specify Range or Amount: $2,050
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: 03/09/2026
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:
Serve as Student Assistant of Programming and Community Wellness and Wellbeing for the FSL community
Duties and Responsibilities:
Function as a member of the Fraternity and Sorority Life staff by participating in weekly or biweekly staff meetings, weekly office hours (10/week) and FSL office coverage, training workshops and other Fraternity and Sorority life events as needed
Serve as a resource and advocate to the executive officers of the Fraternity and Sorority Life community
Survey all organizations to determine what programs would be of interest to the Greek Community
Support and serve as a resource to IFC, Panhellenic and ICGC wellness programs
Function as a member of the Fraternity and Sorority Life staff member by participating in monthly staff meetings. Serve as a resource and advocate to the Fraternity and Sorority Life community.
Collaborate with the Counseling Center, Office of Health Promotions and other University resources on wellness initiatives
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
James Madison University Undergraduate Student - Required
Membership in an FSL social Sorority/Fraternity - strongly preferred
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.