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Assistant Professor, School of Accounting	Harrisonburg
James Madison University’s School of Accounting (SOA) invites applications for an experienced tenure-track Assistant Professor position starting Fall 2027. Advanced assistant professors are also encouraged to apply. We invite qualified applicants to teach and conduct research in any area of accounting with a preference for teaching financial/governmental or accounting information systems (AIS)/data analytics/technology. The SOA offers the BBA and MSA degrees and first received separate AACSB accounting accreditation in 1985. The SOA’s faculty members work together in a highly collegial environment and have published in high-quality journals. The SOA has strong ties to the profession and is viewed as a prime recruiting school by employers.
Communications Content Assistant - Student FWS	Harrisonburg
Kickstart your storytelling career while you’re taking classes at JMU! JMU’s Philanthropic Communications team is looking for a curious, detail-oriented Communications Content Assistant to join our collaborative, fast-paced environment. In this role, you’ll research and/or be assigned to write stories that appear across campus and to our alumni and donors. While sharpening your journalistic voice and building a strong writing portfolio, you’ll be paid to interview students, faculty and alumni, cover events and build web content. If you love a good story, write cleanly under AP style and want hands-on experience with professional marketing and fundraising communications, this is your opportunity! Hours: - This position is 10-12 hours per week. - Hours must be worked between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, during the semester. (We will determine your work schedule based on your availability.) - Provided you continue to remain eligible for Federal Work Study, it may be possible for you to retain this position for future fall and/or spring semesters. Work Location: Sonner Hall (next to College of Business)
Associate Dean for Workforce and Professional Development	Harrisonburg
JMU’s School of Professional & Continuing Education (SPCE) fosters learning across lifespans through transformative education and enrichment. SPCE offers a range of programs, including youth camps, adult degree completion, professional and workforce development, and lifelong learning, as well as partners with academic units across JMU to support a number of online or off-campus degree and certificate programs. The Associate Dean for Workforce and Professional Development serves as a senior member of the School of Professional & Continuing Education (SPCE) leadership team and provides strategic leadership for workforce development, employer engagement, partnership development, and innovative educational initiatives that advance the mission of James Madison University and SPCE. Reporting directly to the Dean, the Associate Dean works collaboratively across the university and with external partners to identify emerging workforce needs, develop responsive educational solutions, expand strategic partnerships, and enhance JMU's role as a preferred partner for economic vitality and talent development throughout the Commonwealth and beyond. The Associate Dean serves as a key representative of SPCE and JMU with employers, industry associations, government agencies, community partners, and educational institutions. The position contributes to strategic planning, resource development, program innovation, and operational leadership within SPCE.
Telephone Receptionist - Office of Admissions	Harrisonburg	14 Sep 2026
The Telephone Receptionist for the JMU Office of Admission serves as the first and most important point of contact for prospective students, families, campus visitors and other departments on campus. This position plays a vital role in supporting daily operations while promoting a welcoming and professional environment for the Undergraduate Admissions Office.
HVAC Repair / PM Tech	Harrisonburg
James Madison University's Facilities Management is currently hiring for HVAC Repair/Preventative Maintenance Technician. This position will assist with repairs and maintenance of all HVAC and related equipment on campus.
Associate Director of Video Services	Harrisonburg
James Madison University’s Athletics Department is accepting applications for an Associate Director of Video Services to join the Creative Services team. This position reports to the Director of Video Services. Our team is looking for candidates with strong video skills, a desire to grow in the creative video field, and the ability to find success in a fast-moving environment. Video content will highlight the student-athlete experience at James Madison University and other aspects of 18 varsity sport programs and athletics facilities. An online portfolio is required for consideration.
Health Sciences Student Assistant-FWS	Harrisonburg
The Department of Health Sciences is seeking a self-motivated, detail-oriented student assistant for the 2026-2027 academic year. This a FWS position. The student must be FWS eligible. The student must be able to work 10 hours per week, Monday through Friday.
Landscape Worker - Zone	Harrisonburg
James Madison University’s Facilities Management is accepting applications for a Landscape Specialist – Zone Environmentalist to perform a variety of technical and skilled tasks to maintain safe, functional, and attractive grounds and landscaping. The regular schedule is Monday – Friday, 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., with an altered summer schedule and overtime as required to cover special events and inclement weather.
Housekeeping Team Leader - UREC	Harrisonburg
James Madison University’s Facilities Management is accepting applications for a Housekeeping Team Leader in the University Recreation Center (UREC) for the day shift. The day shift schedule is Monday through Friday, from 4:00 AM to 12:30 PM, with occasional Saturday shifts and rotating on-call duties. UREC operates an award-winning, state-of-the-art recreation facility including an adventure center, wellness center, aquatics center, mediation/mindfulness space, and a wet/dry classroom.
Housekeeping Workers - Nightshift and Evening Shift	Harrisonburg
James Madison University Facilities Management is accepting applications for full-time evening and night shift housekeeping workers. Applicants will be contacted via phone or email as positions become available. Please note: this position is scheduled for evening/night hours; however, candidates must be available to work day shift during the first week training period.
Housekeeping Workers - Dayshift	Harrisonburg
James Madison University’s Facilities Management is accepting applications for full-time, day-shift housekeeping workers. Overtime may be required at times. Applicants will be contacted by phone or email as positions become available.
Irrigation Technician	Harrisonburg
James Madison University’s Facilities Management is accepting applications for an Irrigation Technician. The regular schedule is Monday – Friday, 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., with an altered summer schedule and overtime as required to cover special events and inclement weather.
Events and Exhibits Coordinator	Harrisonburg
The James Madison University Libraries seeks applications for a full-time Events and Exhibits Coordinator. To support the delivery of quality programming, events, and exhibits to activate and enliven Libraries physical spaces, this position will coordinate Libraries event and exhibit spaces and related activities or logistics. This position serves as a primary point of contact for Libraries-sponsored events and manages requests to use Libraries spaces from campus and the broader community. The successful candidate will report to the Libraries Director of Facilities Operations and join a team of dedicated professionals supporting effective operations of library spaces and offering centralized support to the broader JMU Libraries organization. As a member of the highly collaborative Libraries Facilities Operations team, this position will participate in cross-training and back-up of critical core responsibilities. This is a full-time, 40-hour per week position with benefits. Normal work shifts for this position will typically align with regular university business hours, with potential for occasional adjustments to include evening, weekend, or early morning hours. The Libraries welcomes applicants who can demonstrate a commitment to building equitable and welcoming environments. We are committed to encouraging dialogue, cultivating a sense of belonging, and celebrating a broad range of life experiences and perspectives.
Lifeguard for KIN 100 - IE	Harrisonburg
To provide lifeguard supervision for the swim sections of KIN 100 to ensure the safety of participating students.
Assistant Director, Family Engagement	Harrisonburg
The Office of Family Engagement is responsible for planning and executing programs and projects that strategically engage parents and families of JMU students through institutional support and service. Engagement includes volunteering, event attendance, communication, and giving. The Assistant Director, in collaboration with campus colleagues, will develop and implement leadership annual giving opportunities, college families’ programming and communication initiatives that promote all four aspects of engagement.
EY Suite Front Desk Student Assistant - FWS	Harrisonburg
The EY Suite Front Desk Student Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for students, faculty, prospective students/families, and visitors to the Office of Professional Development and Undergraduate Programs Suite. This position plays a vital role in supporting the daily operations of the office while promoting a welcoming and professional environment for both the office and the College of Business Front Desk Student Assistant Office of Professional Development and Undergraduate Programs (EY Suite) Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Flexible shifts within this timeframe)
Occupational Therapist (Part-Time)	Harrisonburg
Occupational Therapy Clinical Education Services (OTCES) at James Madison University is accepting applications for part-time OT positions in our pediatric outpatient therapy clinic. OTCES employs part-time Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapist Assistants to provide weekly treatment sessions to pediatric clients. As a part-time clinician, your case load will be determined by your availability and client’s schedules. Your schedule may flex from 2 to 29 hours per week, depending on your availability and client availability. These positions are part-time wage positions, with no benefits, and cannot exceed 1,500 hours over the course of a calendar year.
JMU Athletics Ticket Office Student Assistant  - IE	Harrisonburg
The JMU Athletic Ticket Office is seeking motivated and reliable student assistants to join our team. As a student assistant, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional customer service to patrons in person, over the phone, and via email. Responsibilities include processing ticket sales for both phone and in-person transactions, assisting with game day event operations, and performing end-of-day balancing and reconciliation of cash drawers. You will also stay informed on all policies, events, and schedules to ensure efficient and accurate service. Additional duties include supporting crowd control, ticket sellers, and general operations, as well as facilitating pass gate operations for various admissions and complimentary passes. This position requires availability to work during ticketed events, including most home football games, and the ability to perform tasks quickly and accurately.
Assistant Director of Athletics Communications	Harrisonburg
James Madison University, a Division I member of the NCAA and Sun Belt Conference, is accepting applications for an Assistant Director of Athletic Communications to coordinate communications, media relations and sports information strategies for select JMU Athletics programs with a focus on digital, social and creative media to increase the public’s awareness of the experience and achievements of student-athletes at JMU. The assistant director guides the overall brand promotion and protection of JMU Athletics within the construct of a cohesive team environment with specific attention to assigned sport programs.
Adolescent Health Educator	Harrisonburg
Adolescent Health Educators are responsible for assisting with the planning, coordination and implementation of the Personal Responsibility Education Program, funded by the Family Youth Services Bureau. The PREP program is a collaborative effort that emphasizes principles of positive youth development and optimal health emphasizing both abstinence and contraception and addressing the adulthood preparation subjects of healthy relationships, parent-child communication, educational and career success, healthy life skills, and adolescent development in order to significantly reduce the number of teen pregnancies in the Harrisonburg, Rockingham and Page County area of Virginia. PREP is part of SexEdVA at the Institute for Innovation in Health and Human Services at JMU. To learn more about SexEdVA visit www.sexedva.org. CHBS is committed to shaping a forward-thinking and dynamic environment by refining policies, practices, and processes that strengthen our community, drive real-world advancement, and maintain spaces conducive to individual and collective growth. Through education, scholarship, and service, individuals are inspired to make responsible and meaningful contributions to the college, campus, local community, and broader world. Join us in fostering collaboration and innovation as we grow a dynamic college that embodies an atmosphere of belonging, champions excellence, and shares a sense of purpose. James Madison University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a thriving environment where a wide range of perspectives are embraced, and fairness is upheld.

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Position	Location	Closes
Assistant Professor, School of Accounting	Harrisonburg
James Madison University’s School of Accounting (SOA) invites applications for an experienced tenure-track Assistant Professor position starting Fall 2027. Advanced assistant professors are also encouraged to apply. We invite qualified applicants to teach and conduct research in any area of accounting with a preference for teaching financial/governmental or accounting information systems (AIS)/data analytics/technology. The SOA offers the BBA and MSA degrees and first received separate AACSB accounting accreditation in 1985. The SOA’s faculty members work together in a highly collegial environment and have published in high-quality journals. The SOA has strong ties to the profession and is viewed as a prime recruiting school by employers.
Communications Content Assistant - Student FWS	Harrisonburg
Kickstart your storytelling career while you’re taking classes at JMU! JMU’s Philanthropic Communications team is looking for a curious, detail-oriented Communications Content Assistant to join our collaborative, fast-paced environment. In this role, you’ll research and/or be assigned to write stories that appear across campus and to our alumni and donors. While sharpening your journalistic voice and building a strong writing portfolio, you’ll be paid to interview students, faculty and alumni, cover events and build web content. If you love a good story, write cleanly under AP style and want hands-on experience with professional marketing and fundraising communications, this is your opportunity! Hours: - This position is 10-12 hours per week. - Hours must be worked between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, during the semester. (We will determine your work schedule based on your availability.) - Provided you continue to remain eligible for Federal Work Study, it may be possible for you to retain this position for future fall and/or spring semesters. Work Location: Sonner Hall (next to College of Business)
Associate Dean for Workforce and Professional Development	Harrisonburg
JMU’s School of Professional & Continuing Education (SPCE) fosters learning across lifespans through transformative education and enrichment. SPCE offers a range of programs, including youth camps, adult degree completion, professional and workforce development, and lifelong learning, as well as partners with academic units across JMU to support a number of online or off-campus degree and certificate programs. The Associate Dean for Workforce and Professional Development serves as a senior member of the School of Professional & Continuing Education (SPCE) leadership team and provides strategic leadership for workforce development, employer engagement, partnership development, and innovative educational initiatives that advance the mission of James Madison University and SPCE. Reporting directly to the Dean, the Associate Dean works collaboratively across the university and with external partners to identify emerging workforce needs, develop responsive educational solutions, expand strategic partnerships, and enhance JMU's role as a preferred partner for economic vitality and talent development throughout the Commonwealth and beyond. The Associate Dean serves as a key representative of SPCE and JMU with employers, industry associations, government agencies, community partners, and educational institutions. The position contributes to strategic planning, resource development, program innovation, and operational leadership within SPCE.
Telephone Receptionist - Office of Admissions	Harrisonburg	14 Sep 2026
The Telephone Receptionist for the JMU Office of Admission serves as the first and most important point of contact for prospective students, families, campus visitors and other departments on campus. This position plays a vital role in supporting daily operations while promoting a welcoming and professional environment for the Undergraduate Admissions Office.
HVAC Repair / PM Tech	Harrisonburg
James Madison University's Facilities Management is currently hiring for HVAC Repair/Preventative Maintenance Technician. This position will assist with repairs and maintenance of all HVAC and related equipment on campus.
Associate Director of Video Services	Harrisonburg
James Madison University’s Athletics Department is accepting applications for an Associate Director of Video Services to join the Creative Services team. This position reports to the Director of Video Services. Our team is looking for candidates with strong video skills, a desire to grow in the creative video field, and the ability to find success in a fast-moving environment. Video content will highlight the student-athlete experience at James Madison University and other aspects of 18 varsity sport programs and athletics facilities. An online portfolio is required for consideration.
Health Sciences Student Assistant-FWS	Harrisonburg
The Department of Health Sciences is seeking a self-motivated, detail-oriented student assistant for the 2026-2027 academic year. This a FWS position. The student must be FWS eligible. The student must be able to work 10 hours per week, Monday through Friday.
Landscape Worker - Zone	Harrisonburg
James Madison University’s Facilities Management is accepting applications for a Landscape Specialist – Zone Environmentalist to perform a variety of technical and skilled tasks to maintain safe, functional, and attractive grounds and landscaping. The regular schedule is Monday – Friday, 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., with an altered summer schedule and overtime as required to cover special events and inclement weather.
Housekeeping Team Leader - UREC	Harrisonburg
James Madison University’s Facilities Management is accepting applications for a Housekeeping Team Leader in the University Recreation Center (UREC) for the day shift. The day shift schedule is Monday through Friday, from 4:00 AM to 12:30 PM, with occasional Saturday shifts and rotating on-call duties. UREC operates an award-winning, state-of-the-art recreation facility including an adventure center, wellness center, aquatics center, mediation/mindfulness space, and a wet/dry classroom.
Housekeeping Workers - Nightshift and Evening Shift	Harrisonburg
James Madison University Facilities Management is accepting applications for full-time evening and night shift housekeeping workers. Applicants will be contacted via phone or email as positions become available. Please note: this position is scheduled for evening/night hours; however, candidates must be available to work day shift during the first week training period.
Housekeeping Workers - Dayshift	Harrisonburg
James Madison University’s Facilities Management is accepting applications for full-time, day-shift housekeeping workers. Overtime may be required at times. Applicants will be contacted by phone or email as positions become available.
Irrigation Technician	Harrisonburg
James Madison University’s Facilities Management is accepting applications for an Irrigation Technician. The regular schedule is Monday – Friday, 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., with an altered summer schedule and overtime as required to cover special events and inclement weather.
Events and Exhibits Coordinator	Harrisonburg
The James Madison University Libraries seeks applications for a full-time Events and Exhibits Coordinator. To support the delivery of quality programming, events, and exhibits to activate and enliven Libraries physical spaces, this position will coordinate Libraries event and exhibit spaces and related activities or logistics. This position serves as a primary point of contact for Libraries-sponsored events and manages requests to use Libraries spaces from campus and the broader community. The successful candidate will report to the Libraries Director of Facilities Operations and join a team of dedicated professionals supporting effective operations of library spaces and offering centralized support to the broader JMU Libraries organization. As a member of the highly collaborative Libraries Facilities Operations team, this position will participate in cross-training and back-up of critical core responsibilities. This is a full-time, 40-hour per week position with benefits. Normal work shifts for this position will typically align with regular university business hours, with potential for occasional adjustments to include evening, weekend, or early morning hours. The Libraries welcomes applicants who can demonstrate a commitment to building equitable and welcoming environments. We are committed to encouraging dialogue, cultivating a sense of belonging, and celebrating a broad range of life experiences and perspectives.
Lifeguard for KIN 100 - IE	Harrisonburg
To provide lifeguard supervision for the swim sections of KIN 100 to ensure the safety of participating students.
Assistant Director, Family Engagement	Harrisonburg
The Office of Family Engagement is responsible for planning and executing programs and projects that strategically engage parents and families of JMU students through institutional support and service. Engagement includes volunteering, event attendance, communication, and giving. The Assistant Director, in collaboration with campus colleagues, will develop and implement leadership annual giving opportunities, college families’ programming and communication initiatives that promote all four aspects of engagement.
EY Suite Front Desk Student Assistant - FWS	Harrisonburg
The EY Suite Front Desk Student Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for students, faculty, prospective students/families, and visitors to the Office of Professional Development and Undergraduate Programs Suite. This position plays a vital role in supporting the daily operations of the office while promoting a welcoming and professional environment for both the office and the College of Business Front Desk Student Assistant Office of Professional Development and Undergraduate Programs (EY Suite) Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Flexible shifts within this timeframe)
Occupational Therapist (Part-Time)	Harrisonburg
Occupational Therapy Clinical Education Services (OTCES) at James Madison University is accepting applications for part-time OT positions in our pediatric outpatient therapy clinic. OTCES employs part-time Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapist Assistants to provide weekly treatment sessions to pediatric clients. As a part-time clinician, your case load will be determined by your availability and client’s schedules. Your schedule may flex from 2 to 29 hours per week, depending on your availability and client availability. These positions are part-time wage positions, with no benefits, and cannot exceed 1,500 hours over the course of a calendar year.
JMU Athletics Ticket Office Student Assistant  - IE	Harrisonburg
The JMU Athletic Ticket Office is seeking motivated and reliable student assistants to join our team. As a student assistant, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional customer service to patrons in person, over the phone, and via email. Responsibilities include processing ticket sales for both phone and in-person transactions, assisting with game day event operations, and performing end-of-day balancing and reconciliation of cash drawers. You will also stay informed on all policies, events, and schedules to ensure efficient and accurate service. Additional duties include supporting crowd control, ticket sellers, and general operations, as well as facilitating pass gate operations for various admissions and complimentary passes. This position requires availability to work during ticketed events, including most home football games, and the ability to perform tasks quickly and accurately.
Assistant Director of Athletics Communications	Harrisonburg
James Madison University, a Division I member of the NCAA and Sun Belt Conference, is accepting applications for an Assistant Director of Athletic Communications to coordinate communications, media relations and sports information strategies for select JMU Athletics programs with a focus on digital, social and creative media to increase the public’s awareness of the experience and achievements of student-athletes at JMU. The assistant director guides the overall brand promotion and protection of JMU Athletics within the construct of a cohesive team environment with specific attention to assigned sport programs.
Adolescent Health Educator	Harrisonburg
Adolescent Health Educators are responsible for assisting with the planning, coordination and implementation of the Personal Responsibility Education Program, funded by the Family Youth Services Bureau. The PREP program is a collaborative effort that emphasizes principles of positive youth development and optimal health emphasizing both abstinence and contraception and addressing the adulthood preparation subjects of healthy relationships, parent-child communication, educational and career success, healthy life skills, and adolescent development in order to significantly reduce the number of teen pregnancies in the Harrisonburg, Rockingham and Page County area of Virginia. PREP is part of SexEdVA at the Institute for Innovation in Health and Human Services at JMU. To learn more about SexEdVA visit www.sexedva.org. CHBS is committed to shaping a forward-thinking and dynamic environment by refining policies, practices, and processes that strengthen our community, drive real-world advancement, and maintain spaces conducive to individual and collective growth. Through education, scholarship, and service, individuals are inspired to make responsible and meaningful contributions to the college, campus, local community, and broader world. Join us in fostering collaboration and innovation as we grow a dynamic college that embodies an atmosphere of belonging, champions excellence, and shares a sense of purpose. James Madison University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a thriving environment where a wide range of perspectives are embraced, and fairness is upheld.

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