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Student Office Assistant - FWS
Virginia Jobs, Harrisonburg, Virginia, United States, 22802
Working Title:
Student Office Assistant - FWS
State Role Title: Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study
Position Type: Federal Work Study
Position Status:
Part-Time
College/Division:
College of Arts and Letters
Department:
100033 - Political Science Department
Pay Rate: Pay Range
Specify Range or Amount:
$12.50
Is this a JMU only position? Yes. This is a JMU only recruitment, only current JMU employees are eligible to apply.
Is this a grant-funded position? No
Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No
Beginning Review Date:
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 Political Science, located in Miller Hall, is seeking 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 ofMonday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
Duties and Responsibilities:
Student assistant serves as the receptionist in the Political Science department office during business hours by answering telephone and assisting visitors.Assist office staff and faculty with copying, mailing, and filing.Provide general clerical support including typing, coping, and scanning of course materials.Secure the classrooms at the end of the business day.Assist in maintaining the mailroom, conference room, and common areas.Provide assistance with technology set ups.
Qualifications:
Good customer service skillsAbility to work independentlyAttention to detail and accuracyReliability and dependabilityVerification of FWS eligibility must be provided with your application (listed as other document #1). Log onto your MyMadison account under Finances, click on "View my Financial Aid". Click on 2024-25 aid year. Copy and paste into a word document and save.Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
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).
Students must have a 2.0 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.
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.
Student Office Assistant - FWS
State Role Title: Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study
Position Type: Federal Work Study
Position Status:
Part-Time
College/Division:
College of Arts and Letters
Department:
100033 - Political Science Department
Pay Rate: Pay Range
Specify Range or Amount:
$12.50
Is this a JMU only position? Yes. This is a JMU only recruitment, only current JMU employees are eligible to apply.
Is this a grant-funded position? No
Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No
Beginning Review Date:
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 Political Science, located in Miller Hall, is seeking 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 ofMonday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm
Duties and Responsibilities:
Student assistant serves as the receptionist in the Political Science department office during business hours by answering telephone and assisting visitors.Assist office staff and faculty with copying, mailing, and filing.Provide general clerical support including typing, coping, and scanning of course materials.Secure the classrooms at the end of the business day.Assist in maintaining the mailroom, conference room, and common areas.Provide assistance with technology set ups.
Qualifications:
Good customer service skillsAbility to work independentlyAttention to detail and accuracyReliability and dependabilityVerification of FWS eligibility must be provided with your application (listed as other document #1). Log onto your MyMadison account under Finances, click on "View my Financial Aid". Click on 2024-25 aid year. Copy and paste into a word document and save.Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
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).
Students must have a 2.0 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.
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.