Health Sciences Student Assistant- FWS

Working Title: Health Sciences Student Assistant- FWS

State Role Title: Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study

Position Type: Federal Work Study

Position Status: Part-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: College of Health and Behavioral Studies

Department: 100056 - Health Sciences

Pay Rate: Hourly

Specify Range or Amount: $12.41

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: 06/23/2025

About JMU:

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.

General Information:

The Department of Health Sciences is seeking a self-motivated, detail-oriented student assistant for the 2025-2026 academic year. This position will assist faculty and staff in various ways and assist the main office reception desk as needed. The student must be Federal Work Study Eligible and available to work 10 hours per week, Monday through Friday.

Duties and Responsibilities:

-Provide assistance to faculty/staff in/out of the classroom as needed
-Record management, computerized and manual
-Filing and data entry using Microsoft Word, Excel, and other software
-Operation of copier/scanner
-Complete projects and any other duties assigned by faculty and staff in a timely manner
-Answer incoming phone calls and direct accordingly, as well as help monitor the departmental email inbox
-Assist visitors in the main office suite or direct them accordingly
-Respect the confidentiality of documents being handled and the department
-Be responsible, dependable, and professional at all times

Qualifications:

-Ability to work independently
-Good communication skills in person and via various technologies
-Professional attitude
-Shows initiative
-Excellent organizational skills
-Proficient with Word and Excel
-Comfort using a copier/scanner to assist with various tasks
-Comfortable answering incoming phone calls and assisting visitors in the main office
-Willing to work 10 hours per week
-Must be Federal Work Study Eligible

Additional Posting Information:

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.