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Ethical Reasoning in Action (ERiA) Marketing Assistant - IE	Harrisonburg
Ethical Reasoning in Action embodies and complements the university mission as we promise to prepare students to be "educated and enlightened citizens who lead productive and meaningful lives." JMU already values and promotes integrity within its community, yet the complex society that our graduates enter calls us to do more. We aim to answer this call wholeheartedly through coordinated and enhanced curricular and co-curricular opportunities that employ an eight-question ethical reasoning framework to be applied in three domains: personal, professional, and civic life.
Graduate Research Assistant	Harrisonburg
Research and Public Health is hiring a Graduate Assistant. Research and Public Health is one of many programs and clinics within the Institute for Innovation in Health and Human Services (IIHHS). IIHHS is an interdisciplinary community-engaged hub that brings together students, staff, faculty, and the community to advance a culture of health and equity through education, clinical practice, research, innovative programs and advocacy. IIHHS is housed within JMU’s College of Health and Behavioral Studies (CHBS). We are especially interested in qualified candidates with a demonstrated commitment toward building equitable and inclusive environments. CHBS is working to identify and dismantle oppressive racist and discriminatory policies, practices, and processes while advancing inclusive excellence and promoting a culture in which every member can flourish. James Madison University is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. The IIHHS invites applications for a part-time Graduate Assistant who will collaborate with JMU faculty on a chronic disease evaluation project funded by the Virginia Department of Health. The research assistant’s efforts will contribute to a 5-year funded research project examining the effectiveness of statewide chronic disease prevention and management programs. This 20-hour-per-week position will begin working at the start of the Fall Semester 2025, with most hours between 9am-6pm. This is a one-year appointment; however, preference will be given to students who anticipate being eligible to continue the assistantship for one or more additional years. This position includes stipend and tuition.
Graduate Assistant for Student Affairs Communications and Marketing	Harrisonburg
Student Affairs Communications and Marketing (SACM) is seeking an organized and motivated graduate assistant. SACM supports the division's communication strategies through multiple channels including messaging, graphic design, photography, videography and the Union Galleries.
JMU Athletics Ticket Office Student Assistant  - IE	Harrisonburg
The JMU Athletics 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 Professor of Computer Information Systems	Harrisonburg	15 May 2025
James Madison University’s Department of Computer Information Systems and Business Analytics (CIS & BSAN) is seeking an Assistant Professor for a tenure-track appointment. About the Department: The Department of CIS & BSAN is an academic unit within the College of Business and has 25 full-time faculty members, over 600 CIS majors, 100 CIS minors and more than 30 business analytics minors. The department offers rigorous curriculum spanning application development, information architecture, database management, cybersecurity, networking, business analytics, consulting, and systems analysis and design. Additionally, the Department supports the College by providing core business classes in information systems, business analytics, and operations management. The Department places a primary emphasis on its undergraduate programs with active learning, hands-on projects, laboratory exercises, case analyses, and engaging classroom experiences designed to prepare graduates to work independently and in team-oriented environments. The CIS program is one of 10 CIS programs in the country accredited by both AACSB and ABET. In addition to high involvement in undergraduate education, departmental faculty members play a vital role in the delivery of the College’s Executive Leadership MBA, Innovation MBA and Information Security MBA programs. Outside the academic community, faculty members maintain strong connections with the consulting industry in Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia and Richmond and interact regularly with members of the department’s Executive Advisory Board.
Accessibility Specialist (Part - Time)	Harrisonburg
The Area of Accessibility and Belonging within the Division of Student Affairs includes the following departments: Office of Disability Services, Center for Multicultural Student Services, Religious Life, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity & Expression, and JMU VALOR. Successful candidates will infuse the following divisional and departmental values in their day-to-day practice: Student Affairs Values -Focusing on Students -Leading Courageously -Transcending Boundaries -Creating Belonging -Embracing Innovation and Change -Honoring and Valuing Our Staff -Promoting Health and Well-being Office of Disability Services Values -Access -Universal Design -Ethical Integrity -Innovation -Collaboration -Self-determination -Student-focus
Health Sciences Student Assistant - IE (2 Positions)	Harrisonburg
The Department of Health Sciences is seeking self-motivated, detail-oriented students for 10 hours a week for the 2025-2026 academic year that will assist faculty and staff in various ways.
Education Coordinator (Two Positions)	Harrisonburg	24 Apr 2025
The Virginia Department of Education Region 5 Training and Technical Assistance Center (T/TAC) is seeking qualified and experienced education professionals to provide training and consultation related to students with disabilities’ performance in schools targeted for assistance. We are looking for dynamic candidates who are interested in a work environment that affords ongoing professional learning opportunities, collaboration with colleagues, and an opportunity to influence educational practices. These are grant-funded positions.
JMU Transfer Ambassadors - IE	Harrisonburg
It is the goal of the Office of Transfer Initiatives and JMU Next Transfer Advising to provide accurate and accessible advising to all prospective and current transfer students, to help them plan to apply to JMU, to satisfy graduation requirements through coursework taken before and after the transfer, to transition smoothly to JMU, and to prepare for their lives and careers after graduation. To support that goal, our office is seeking two JMU Transfer Ambassadors to assist with transfer student success programs, support our social media presence, and help us develop mentoring opportunities for new transfer students. Students will work 5 hours per week during the semester. JMU Transfer ambassadors should have pride and enthusiasm for JMU, strong interpersonal and communication skills, be sensitive to the needs of transfer students, and have a desire to develop leadership skills. Ideal candidates will have a positive attitude and desire to help others, a sense of humor and the ability to be flexible, ability to work as a motivated self-starter and cooperative team player. For one of the two positions, we will be looking for a candidate who also has experience developing social media content.
Federal Work Study - JMU Costume Shop	Harrisonburg
This position is meant to contribute to the construction of costumes for mainstage theatre and dance productions; Primarily through organization of costume shop and storage.
Opinion Editor - The Breeze - IE	Harrisonburg
The Breeze is hiring a student to oversee the Opinion section of The Breeze. Ideal starting date is April 1 and continues through the 2025-26 school year.
Office of Admissions Front Desk Student Assistant - IE	Harrisonburg
The Office of Admissions is accepting applications for multiple positions for Front Desk Student Assistants to support the JMU Visitation Position. This position serves a vital role in the interactions with prospective students and families visiting campus. Our student assistants are the first to welcome families to campus and will advise them on how to navigate the campus using maps, and answer questions visitors have about student life, student services, JMU majors and programs, JMU sports and culture, and the city of Harrisonburg. We are looking for students who would like to share their love and knowledge of JMU with prospective students.
Wage CDL Driver (Institutional Chauffeur)	Harrisonburg
Become a valuable part of the JMU community! James Madison University is regarded as one of the finest regional universities in the nation and is located in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley. JMU offers great opportunities for personal growth and career development! James Madison University’s Facilities Management is accepting applications for a wage CDL driver (Institutional Chauffeur).
Graduate Assistant	Harrisonburg
A Graduate Assistant in this role can expect to have the opportunity to develop skills that are likely to be applicable to future employment in any field. These skills will include: Communication, teamwork, project management, time management, supervision and independent responsibility. The skills practiced and work products developed can enhance the graduate student’s resume and help the student develop and demonstrate important workplace skills. Graduate Assistant are expected to work 20 hours per week, primarily during regular business hours 8:00-5:00 M-F. The successful candidate will begin their position when school begins in August 2025.
Student Office Assistant - FWS	Harrisonburg
The Department of Political Science, located in Miller Hall, seeks a student assistant to provide general office support for 10 hours per week. Applicants would need to have availability to work during regular office hours of Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Integrated Waste Management Operator II	Harrisonburg
James Madison University’s Facilities Management Department is accepting applications for an Integrated Waste Management Operator II in the Recycling Department. The shift is Monday – Friday, 1:00 p.m to 9:30 p.m with an altered schedule during the summer plus overtime.
Power Plant Operator/Mechanic	Harrisonburg
The Facilities Management Department at James Madison University is seeking two qualified applicants for Power Plant Operator/Mechanic. Competitive candidates should possess knowledge of all aspects of repair and maintenance procedures for power plant equipment, including boilers, pumps, valves, chillers, cooling towers, controls, three-phase electric motors, and steam distribution systems.
Wage Housekeeping Worker	Harrisonburg
Become a valuable part of the JMU community! James Madison University is regarded as one of the finest regional universities in the nation and is located in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley. James Madison University (JMU) is accepting applications on a continual basis for part-time Housekeeping Workers. FM Housekeeping offers flexible scheduling/hours, with various shift options. Part-time staff can work up to 29 hours per week.
University Writing Center Graduate Assistantships - Outreach Specialist & Collaborative Writing Specialist	Harrisonburg
The University Writing Center (UWC), one of the Learning Centers programs, is an academic support resource that assists JMU students, faculty, and staff on their writing through appointment-based consultations, course workshops, and online resources. The bulk of our work is the writing consultations that are conducted either online or in person in the Learning Centers space on the first floor of the Student Success Center that employ a collaborative peer education model. Graduate Assistants work up to 20 hours per week with the following being the expected breakdown: 10 weekly hours of writing consultation, 5 weekly hours of center administration/work on a self-directed project and 5 weekly hours allotted for meetings and email correspondence.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant	Harrisonburg
The Occupational Therapy Clinical Education Services (OTCES) is a pediatric clinic providing one-on-one occupational therapy evaluations, interventions, and consultative services, as well as group programs and camps offered to meet the needs of the community. With an academic connection to Department of Health Professions and a clinical connection to the Institute for Innovation in Health and Human Services, OTCES serves as a teaching-learning environment for students from many different programs while meeting distinct community needs. We are seeking an occupational therapist assistant to provide client care and supervision to occupational therapy students. This position will work collaboratively with the Clinic Director, Assistant Clinic Director, OTCES staff, and Occupational Therapy program faculty. OTCES promotes access, inclusion, and diversity for all clients, staff, faculty, and students. The clinic and university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to these core qualities.

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Position	Location	Closes
Ethical Reasoning in Action (ERiA) Marketing Assistant - IE	Harrisonburg
Ethical Reasoning in Action embodies and complements the university mission as we promise to prepare students to be "educated and enlightened citizens who lead productive and meaningful lives." JMU already values and promotes integrity within its community, yet the complex society that our graduates enter calls us to do more. We aim to answer this call wholeheartedly through coordinated and enhanced curricular and co-curricular opportunities that employ an eight-question ethical reasoning framework to be applied in three domains: personal, professional, and civic life.
Graduate Research Assistant	Harrisonburg
Research and Public Health is hiring a Graduate Assistant. Research and Public Health is one of many programs and clinics within the Institute for Innovation in Health and Human Services (IIHHS). IIHHS is an interdisciplinary community-engaged hub that brings together students, staff, faculty, and the community to advance a culture of health and equity through education, clinical practice, research, innovative programs and advocacy. IIHHS is housed within JMU’s College of Health and Behavioral Studies (CHBS). We are especially interested in qualified candidates with a demonstrated commitment toward building equitable and inclusive environments. CHBS is working to identify and dismantle oppressive racist and discriminatory policies, practices, and processes while advancing inclusive excellence and promoting a culture in which every member can flourish. James Madison University is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. The IIHHS invites applications for a part-time Graduate Assistant who will collaborate with JMU faculty on a chronic disease evaluation project funded by the Virginia Department of Health. The research assistant’s efforts will contribute to a 5-year funded research project examining the effectiveness of statewide chronic disease prevention and management programs. This 20-hour-per-week position will begin working at the start of the Fall Semester 2025, with most hours between 9am-6pm. This is a one-year appointment; however, preference will be given to students who anticipate being eligible to continue the assistantship for one or more additional years. This position includes stipend and tuition.
Graduate Assistant for Student Affairs Communications and Marketing	Harrisonburg
Student Affairs Communications and Marketing (SACM) is seeking an organized and motivated graduate assistant. SACM supports the division's communication strategies through multiple channels including messaging, graphic design, photography, videography and the Union Galleries.
JMU Athletics Ticket Office Student Assistant  - IE	Harrisonburg
The JMU Athletics 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 Professor of Computer Information Systems	Harrisonburg	15 May 2025
James Madison University’s Department of Computer Information Systems and Business Analytics (CIS & BSAN) is seeking an Assistant Professor for a tenure-track appointment. About the Department: The Department of CIS & BSAN is an academic unit within the College of Business and has 25 full-time faculty members, over 600 CIS majors, 100 CIS minors and more than 30 business analytics minors. The department offers rigorous curriculum spanning application development, information architecture, database management, cybersecurity, networking, business analytics, consulting, and systems analysis and design. Additionally, the Department supports the College by providing core business classes in information systems, business analytics, and operations management. The Department places a primary emphasis on its undergraduate programs with active learning, hands-on projects, laboratory exercises, case analyses, and engaging classroom experiences designed to prepare graduates to work independently and in team-oriented environments. The CIS program is one of 10 CIS programs in the country accredited by both AACSB and ABET. In addition to high involvement in undergraduate education, departmental faculty members play a vital role in the delivery of the College’s Executive Leadership MBA, Innovation MBA and Information Security MBA programs. Outside the academic community, faculty members maintain strong connections with the consulting industry in Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia and Richmond and interact regularly with members of the department’s Executive Advisory Board.
Accessibility Specialist (Part - Time)	Harrisonburg
The Area of Accessibility and Belonging within the Division of Student Affairs includes the following departments: Office of Disability Services, Center for Multicultural Student Services, Religious Life, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity & Expression, and JMU VALOR. Successful candidates will infuse the following divisional and departmental values in their day-to-day practice: Student Affairs Values -Focusing on Students -Leading Courageously -Transcending Boundaries -Creating Belonging -Embracing Innovation and Change -Honoring and Valuing Our Staff -Promoting Health and Well-being Office of Disability Services Values -Access -Universal Design -Ethical Integrity -Innovation -Collaboration -Self-determination -Student-focus
Health Sciences Student Assistant - IE (2 Positions)	Harrisonburg
The Department of Health Sciences is seeking self-motivated, detail-oriented students for 10 hours a week for the 2025-2026 academic year that will assist faculty and staff in various ways.
Education Coordinator (Two Positions)	Harrisonburg	24 Apr 2025
The Virginia Department of Education Region 5 Training and Technical Assistance Center (T/TAC) is seeking qualified and experienced education professionals to provide training and consultation related to students with disabilities’ performance in schools targeted for assistance. We are looking for dynamic candidates who are interested in a work environment that affords ongoing professional learning opportunities, collaboration with colleagues, and an opportunity to influence educational practices. These are grant-funded positions.
JMU Transfer Ambassadors - IE	Harrisonburg
It is the goal of the Office of Transfer Initiatives and JMU Next Transfer Advising to provide accurate and accessible advising to all prospective and current transfer students, to help them plan to apply to JMU, to satisfy graduation requirements through coursework taken before and after the transfer, to transition smoothly to JMU, and to prepare for their lives and careers after graduation. To support that goal, our office is seeking two JMU Transfer Ambassadors to assist with transfer student success programs, support our social media presence, and help us develop mentoring opportunities for new transfer students. Students will work 5 hours per week during the semester. JMU Transfer ambassadors should have pride and enthusiasm for JMU, strong interpersonal and communication skills, be sensitive to the needs of transfer students, and have a desire to develop leadership skills. Ideal candidates will have a positive attitude and desire to help others, a sense of humor and the ability to be flexible, ability to work as a motivated self-starter and cooperative team player. For one of the two positions, we will be looking for a candidate who also has experience developing social media content.
Federal Work Study - JMU Costume Shop	Harrisonburg
This position is meant to contribute to the construction of costumes for mainstage theatre and dance productions; Primarily through organization of costume shop and storage.
Opinion Editor - The Breeze - IE	Harrisonburg
The Breeze is hiring a student to oversee the Opinion section of The Breeze. Ideal starting date is April 1 and continues through the 2025-26 school year.
Office of Admissions Front Desk Student Assistant - IE	Harrisonburg
The Office of Admissions is accepting applications for multiple positions for Front Desk Student Assistants to support the JMU Visitation Position. This position serves a vital role in the interactions with prospective students and families visiting campus. Our student assistants are the first to welcome families to campus and will advise them on how to navigate the campus using maps, and answer questions visitors have about student life, student services, JMU majors and programs, JMU sports and culture, and the city of Harrisonburg. We are looking for students who would like to share their love and knowledge of JMU with prospective students.
Wage CDL Driver (Institutional Chauffeur)	Harrisonburg
Become a valuable part of the JMU community! James Madison University is regarded as one of the finest regional universities in the nation and is located in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley. JMU offers great opportunities for personal growth and career development! James Madison University’s Facilities Management is accepting applications for a wage CDL driver (Institutional Chauffeur).
Graduate Assistant	Harrisonburg
A Graduate Assistant in this role can expect to have the opportunity to develop skills that are likely to be applicable to future employment in any field. These skills will include: Communication, teamwork, project management, time management, supervision and independent responsibility. The skills practiced and work products developed can enhance the graduate student’s resume and help the student develop and demonstrate important workplace skills. Graduate Assistant are expected to work 20 hours per week, primarily during regular business hours 8:00-5:00 M-F. The successful candidate will begin their position when school begins in August 2025.
Student Office Assistant - FWS	Harrisonburg
The Department of Political Science, located in Miller Hall, seeks a student assistant to provide general office support for 10 hours per week. Applicants would need to have availability to work during regular office hours of Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Integrated Waste Management Operator II	Harrisonburg
James Madison University’s Facilities Management Department is accepting applications for an Integrated Waste Management Operator II in the Recycling Department. The shift is Monday – Friday, 1:00 p.m to 9:30 p.m with an altered schedule during the summer plus overtime.
Power Plant Operator/Mechanic	Harrisonburg
The Facilities Management Department at James Madison University is seeking two qualified applicants for Power Plant Operator/Mechanic. Competitive candidates should possess knowledge of all aspects of repair and maintenance procedures for power plant equipment, including boilers, pumps, valves, chillers, cooling towers, controls, three-phase electric motors, and steam distribution systems.
Wage Housekeeping Worker	Harrisonburg
Become a valuable part of the JMU community! James Madison University is regarded as one of the finest regional universities in the nation and is located in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley. James Madison University (JMU) is accepting applications on a continual basis for part-time Housekeeping Workers. FM Housekeeping offers flexible scheduling/hours, with various shift options. Part-time staff can work up to 29 hours per week.
University Writing Center Graduate Assistantships - Outreach Specialist & Collaborative Writing Specialist	Harrisonburg
The University Writing Center (UWC), one of the Learning Centers programs, is an academic support resource that assists JMU students, faculty, and staff on their writing through appointment-based consultations, course workshops, and online resources. The bulk of our work is the writing consultations that are conducted either online or in person in the Learning Centers space on the first floor of the Student Success Center that employ a collaborative peer education model. Graduate Assistants work up to 20 hours per week with the following being the expected breakdown: 10 weekly hours of writing consultation, 5 weekly hours of center administration/work on a self-directed project and 5 weekly hours allotted for meetings and email correspondence.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant	Harrisonburg
The Occupational Therapy Clinical Education Services (OTCES) is a pediatric clinic providing one-on-one occupational therapy evaluations, interventions, and consultative services, as well as group programs and camps offered to meet the needs of the community. With an academic connection to Department of Health Professions and a clinical connection to the Institute for Innovation in Health and Human Services, OTCES serves as a teaching-learning environment for students from many different programs while meeting distinct community needs. We are seeking an occupational therapist assistant to provide client care and supervision to occupational therapy students. This position will work collaboratively with the Clinic Director, Assistant Clinic Director, OTCES staff, and Occupational Therapy program faculty. OTCES promotes access, inclusion, and diversity for all clients, staff, faculty, and students. The clinic and university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to these core qualities.

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