Research Assistant - IE in Harrisonburg

Closes:Sep 08 2026

Located in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA. With a population of just over 53,000, Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in the Commonwealth of Virginia. JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students, faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 20,000 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty. The Madison Center for Community Development (MCCD) is a university-wide, transdisciplinary academic center, located within the Division of Research, Economic Development and Innovation (REDI). The mission of MCCD is to grow strong, just, and healthy communities through applied research and participatory program evaluation

Health Sciences Student Assistant-FWS in 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 in 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 in 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 in 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.