GEAR UP Program Assistant - IE in Harrisonburg

GEAR UP stands for Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs. GEAR UP is a federal grant-funded program to empower first-generation and underrepresented students on their path to college. As a GEAR UP Program Assistant, you'll play a role in shaping futures while working in a supportive, collaborative environment. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in students’ lives while gaining meaningful experience in college access and academic success initiatives.

GEAR UP Math Tutor - IE in Harrisonburg

GEAR UP stands for Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs. GEAR UP is a federal grant-funded program to empower first-generation and underrepresented students on their path to college. GEAR UP Staunton at JMU serves a two-year cohort from the Staunton City Public School District, starting in middle school, following the cohort through high school, and two years after high school graduation. As a GEAR UP Math Tutor, you'll play a role in creating a supportive, collaborative environment for students and the broader school community. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in students’ lives while gaining meaningful experience in college access and academic success initiatives. The Math Tutor will work closely with the GEAR UP Project Director, Program Advisors, Parent Liaison, and a team of other student workers.

Associate Director – Civic Discourse Initiatives in Harrisonburg

Are you passionate about strengthening democratic culture, elevating student voices, and building a campus community capable of engaging across differences? The Madison Center for Civic Engagement at James Madison University is seeking an innovative and dynamic Associate Director of Civic Discourse Initiatives to lead one of the nation’s most comprehensive campus-based civic discourse programs. This is a high‑impact role for a collaborative educator, facilitator, and program builder who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and cares deeply about preparing the next generation of students for using constructive dialogue in a complex world. About the Role: The Associate Director will spearhead the Madison Center’s signature free-speech and deliberative dialogue initiative, Better Conversations Together, our immersive first year effort; supporting faculty and student leadership development; and shaping campuswide and nationwide dialogue opportunities. You will also play a key leadership role in managing two major grants civic discourse grants, coordinating multi-institutional partners, faculty fellows, external organizations, and assessment teams to advance national work in deliberative pedagogy. This position is hands‑on, student‑centered, and deeply collaborative—ideal for someone who brings both vision and operational excellence.

Graduate Assistant, Catalog Production Office in Harrisonburg

This position provides support to the Office of Faculty Affairs and Curriculum by primarily assisting in the production and editorial aspects of publications (catalogs and other publications), as well as contributing to other departmental projects. The graduate assistant will be expected to work 20 hours per week in person in the Office of Faculty Affairs and Curriculum. Weekly work schedule is flexible within a Monday-Friday, 8 am to 5 pm schedule. This graduate assistantship provides 18 credit hours of tuition support for the school year (9 credit hours per semester). The position begins in Fall 2026.

Graduate Assistant, Student Athlete Development in Harrisonburg

The Student-Athlete Development (Dukes Lead) team at James Madison University is seeking candidates for one graduate assistant. This position is contracted for the 2026-27 academic year, with the ability to extend the contract through the 2027-28 academic year. Student-Athlete Development is committed to the holistic growth and development of James Madison University student-athletes through career readiness, community service, human development and leadership enhancement. The transformative experiences under Dukes Lead serve to equip, engage and empower student-athletes and teams to unleash their full potential. Graduate assistantships include enrollment in a graduate program and involve 20 hours of work per week during the academic school year. Graduate assistants will begin work prior to the start of the school year, and the position continues through the end of the academic year. In addition to the stipend, positions include a tuition waiver and a professional development stipend. Individuals may apply for this graduate assistantship prior to academic admission; however, an individual must be accepted into a graduate program before an offer is made. Preference for this graduate assistantship is given to those admitted to the Sport and Recreation Leadership, Sport and Recreation Concentration. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Electrician in Harrisonburg

James Madison University's Facilities Management is currently seeking an Electrician. This position will perform technically and routine installation, repair, maintenance, and service of electrical equipment in university-owned buildings and other areas.

Administrative Assistant - College of Business (Part - Time) in Harrisonburg

The College of Business at James Madison University seeks to hire a part time administrative professional to provide support to full-time administrative professionals, faculty, and academic programs. The position will work approximately 20 hours per week during the academic year and not anticipated to work during summers. Hours are 9-1, Monday - Friday. There may be some flexibility with hours.

Academic Advisor, College of Arts and Letters in Harrisonburg

The College of Arts and Letters (CAL) welcomes applicants for the position of Academic Advisor. The Academic Advisor is tasked with providing quality academic advising designed to help students make informed decisions in pursuit of their academic and professional goals. The advisor regularly meets with students one-on-one and in group settings to discuss course selection, develop individualized academic plans to ensure timely completion of graduation requirements, and recommend success strategies. The advisor monitors student progression, offers specific problem solving, assists the academic unit(s) with enrollment management, and communicates with various stakeholders. The position is a 12-month Administrative and Professional Faculty appointment beginning July 1, 2026.

Academic Advisor, Pre-Law and Legal Studies in Harrisonburg

The College of Arts and Letters (CAL) welcomes applicants for the position of Academic and Pre-Professional Advisor for the Pre-Law program and the Legal Studies minor. The Academic Advisor is tasked with providing quality advising designed to help 800+ undergraduate Pre-Law and/or Legal Studies students from all majors make informed decisions in pursuit of their academic and professional goals. The advisor offers pre-professional support to students considering whether to pursue law school/a legal career and navigating the application process. They also advise the 200+ Legal Studies minors about academic requirements and help administer the minor. In consultation with the program coordinator, the advisor participates in recruitment, orientation, and programming efforts and manages outreach and engagement with alumni and external partners. The position is a 12-month Administrative and Professional Faculty appointment beginning July 1, 2026.

Head Field Hockey Coach in Harrisonburg

James Madison University, a Division I Member of the NCAA and Mid American Conference, is seeking a Head Field Hockey Coach. This position is a full time position with a comprehensive benefits package.

Landscape Worker - Operator B in Harrisonburg

James Madison University’s Facilities Management is accepting applications for a Landscape Worker – Operator B. Shift is Monday – Friday, 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., with overtime as required to cover special events and inclement weather. There is a slightly alternate schedule during the summer months.

Patrol Officer (Entry Level) in Harrisonburg

The Department of Public Safety and Police at James Madison University is accepting applications for a full-time Patrol Officer.

Student Case Administrator - Personal Success Programs - IE in Harrisonburg

Closes:Mar 25 2026

Student Case Administrators (SCAs) are undergraduate students who conduct one-on-one Individual Accountability Case Reviews for students who are alleged to have violated university policy. In Individual Accountability Case Reviews, SCAs evaluate evidence to determine whether or not the Responding Party is responsible for violating policy and, if applicable, assign outcomes. Student Case Administrators are undergraduate staff members in the Office of Student Accountability and Restorative Practices who participate in staff training and professional development; assist with various programs, outreach opportunities, and educational programs; and collaborate in the recruitment of volunteers. Student Case Administrators are selected in collaboration with the Student Government Association. Disclaimer: There are three types of Student Case Administrators. This position is focused on working with OSARP’s Personal Success programs. The other SCA positions focus on working with OSARP’s Substance Education programs or OSARP’s Restorative Practices. If you are interested in multiple SCA positions, please fill out a separate application for each SCA position.

Student Case Administrator - Substance Education Programs - IE in Harrisonburg

Closes:Mar 25 2026

Student Case Administrators (SCAs) are undergraduate students who conduct one-on-one Individual Accountability Case Reviews for students who are alleged to have violated university policy. In Individual Accountability Case Reviews, SCAs evaluate evidence to determine whether or not the Responding Party is responsible for violating policy and, if applicable, assign outcomes. Student Case Administrators are undergraduate staff members in the Office of Student Accountability and Restorative Practices who participate in staff training and professional development; assist with various programs, outreach opportunities, and educational programs; and collaborate in the recruitment of volunteers. Student Case Administrators are selected in collaboration with the Student Government Association. Disclaimer: There are three types of Student Case Administrators. This position is focused on working with OSARP’s Substance Education programs. The other SCA positions focus on working with OSARP’s Personal Success programs or OSARP’s Restorative Practices. If you are interested in multiple SCA positions, please fill out a separate application for each SCA position.

Student Case Administrator - Restorative Practices - IE in Harrisonburg

Closes:Mar 25 2026

Student Case Administrators (SCAs) are undergraduate students who conduct one-on-one Individual Accountability Case Reviews for students who are alleged to have violated university policy. In Individual Accountability Case Reviews, SCAs evaluate evidence to determine whether or not the Responding Party is responsible for violating policy and, if applicable, assign outcomes. Student Case Administrators are undergraduate staff members in the Office of Student Accountability and Restorative Practices who participate in staff training and professional development; assist with various programs, outreach opportunities, and educational programs; and collaborate in the recruitment of volunteers. Student Case Administrators are selected in collaboration with the Student Government Association. Disclaimer: There are three types of Student Case Administrators. This position is focused on working with OSARP’s Restorative Practices. The other SCA positions focus on working with OSARP’s Personal Success programs or OSARP’s Substance Education programs. If you are interested in multiple SCA positions, please fill out a separate application for each SCA position.

Senior Administrative Assistant - College of Business in Harrisonburg

The College of Business at James Madison University is seeking a highly organized and service-oriented Senior Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative, fiscal, supervisory, and event-planning support within the Dean’s Office. This position plays a key role in supporting academic leadership, faculty, staff, and major College initiatives. This position reports to the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs.

Instructor or Assistant Professor (Three Year Fixed Term Appointment), Department of Computer Information Systems and Business Analytics in Harrisonburg

James Madison University’s Department of Computer Information Systems and Business Analytics (CIS & BSAN) is seeking applicants for a three-year fixed term appointment at the rank of Instructor or Assistant Professor (non-tenure track) beginning Fall 2026. Department: The Department of CIS & BSAN is an academic unit of the College of Business with 27 full-time faculty members, over 600 CIS majors in three concentrations (Information Systems, Business Analytics, and Information and Cybersecurity Management), 80 CIS minors, and over 50 BSAN minors and growing. In addition, the Department supports the College by providing core business classes in information systems, quantitative methods, business statistics, and operations management. The Department places a primary emphasis in its undergraduate programs on active, experiential learning, including hands-on projects, laboratory exercises, case analyses, and engaging classroom experiences designed to prepare graduates to work independently and in teams. The CIS program is one of only 10 CIS programs in the nation accredited by both the AACSB and ABET. In addition to high involvement in undergraduate education, departmental faculty members play a vital role in the delivery of the Executive Leadership MBA, Innovation MBA, and Information Security MBA programs. College: The AACSB-accredited College of Business includes nationally ranked undergraduate and graduate programs. The College includes the Center for Entrepreneurship, Center for Professional Selling, Small Business Development Center, Capital Markets Lab, and Madison Consulting. Our very successful alumni hold C-suite positions at major corporations including SAP, Fidelity, Bank of America, IBM, McKinsey & Company, Deloitte, KPMG, and other Fortune 500 companies and readily engage with the College.The faculty are teacher-scholars who are collaborative and supportive colleagues.

Media Assistant - IE in Harrisonburg

Assist in the creation and maintenance of digital marketing and organization for Student Leadership, Involvement, and Off-Campus Life.

Adam’s Law Compliance Assistant - IE in Harrisonburg

Assist in Adam’s Law Compliance for SLI Organizations, including but not limited to:

Academic Program Review Coordinator in Harrisonburg

The Office of Faculty Affairs and Curriculum seeks an academic program (APR) review coordinator. JMU academic programs undergo regular review to ensure excellence and to satisfy accreditation requirements. The APR coordinator will be a vital team member, working across Academic Affairs to coordinate APRs, organize site visits for outside consultants, and assist academic units with planning and logistics.