Working Title: Study Abroad Global Dukes Assistant (Global Ambassador) - Center for Global Engagement - 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: Center for Global Engagement

Department: 100148 - CGE Administration

Pay Band: 

Pay Rate: Hourly

Specify Range or Amount: $13.25/hour 

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: 04/09/2026

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:

Global Ambassadors are study abroad returnees and student leaders who support the work of the Study Abroad unit within the Center for Global Engagement. The Global Dukes Assistant coordinates and supports the Global Dukes volunteer program, focusing on training, scheduling, and community building.

The position is for a one-year academic term, beginning Fall 2026 and concluding at the end of the Spring 2027 semester.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plan orientations and trainings for prospective Global Dukes.
• Schedule Global Dukes meetings, with a mix of social and professional development opportunities.
• Work 1:1 with Global Dukes to provide resources for tabling, presentations, and other outreach assignments.
• Communicate with Global Dukes to staff volunteer opportunities.
• Track Global Dukes volunteer hours and evaluate the effectiveness of outreach activities.
• Plan one study abroad returnee event per year.
• Attend required professional development trainings throughout the academic year.
• Assist Advising Assistants with advising sessions, both drop-in and scheduled, when necessary.
• Assist with special projects assigned, under the direction of the Assistant Director of Engagement and Outreach.
• Maintain a professional appearance while wearing CGE-issued apparel.

Qualifications:

• Availability to work 4 hours per week during standard business hours.
• Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends.
• Previous JMU study abroad participation is required before the start date.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Attendance at required professional development trainings throughout the academic year, including mandatory, in-person training from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on August 24 and 25, 2026.

Additional Posting Information:

-- APPLICATION MATERIALS --
Submit a resume and cover letter. Naming conventions for application materials are as follows: “last name, first name_document type”

Example: Doe, Jane_Resume

If you have any questions about this position, please contact Matthew Zittritsch (vsstm2@jmu.edu).

--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).
• Students must have a 2.5 or better cumulative GPA.
• 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.
• All student employee New Hire paperwork must be completed before the August 24–25, 2026, in‑person training. Note: Because this process must be completed in person, travel to Harrisonburg may be required if the paperwork is not completed before the summer.

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.