Operations Coordinator - IE

Operations Coordinator – IE

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Located in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, 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.

• Position Type: Institutional Employment – Part‑time
• Pay: $14.50 per hour
• FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt – Eligible for Overtime
• Opening Date: December 15 2025

• Assist with payroll
• Process program registrations and payments
• Support budget management and documentation
• Maintain and update student engagement database
• Provide administrative and exceptional customer service
• Participate in CEVC trainings, reflection sessions, and meetings to enhance knowledge and skills
• Co‑lead Dukes Making a Difference (DMAD)
• Co‑lead Dukes Volunteer opportunities each semester
• Assist with program support, planning, and execution
• Support classroom and community preparation and reflection sessions
• Recruit students for all CEVC events and programs (e.g., tabling events, class visits, etc.)
• Serve as a liaison between CEVC and colleges, departments, and student organizations
• Support student involvement via Be Involved, Volunteer Now, etc.

• DMAD SPRING TRAINING:
  Friday, April 17, 2:00‑3:30 pm
• START DATE:
  
  August 12, 2026 (contact us if you need assistance with housing prior to a lease start date)
• 40‑HOUR FALL TRAINING:
  August 12‑18, 2026
• DMAD:
  August 19‑21, 2026
• SCHEDULE:
  
  work a maximum of 10 hours per week. Some required events may take place on occasional evenings and weekends.

• Current JMU student, enrolled in at least 6 credits.
• Ability to start on August 12, attend a 40‑hour Fall Training, and work a maximum of 10 hours per week.
• Interest in learning about and working to address community priorities (ending hunger and homelessness, supporting health, youth and education, welcoming immigrants and refugees, protecting the environment).
• Effective time management, task organization, and prioritization skills.
• Maintain flexibility, think critically, and identify solutions.

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 must complete an I‑9 form and present documentation of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E‑Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

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.

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. You may also visit the Office of Disability Services, located in the Student Success Center, Suite 1202. They will be happy to assist you.