Assistant Director, Program and Student Development

Working Title:

Assistant Director, Program and Student Development

State Role

Title:

Trainer and Instructor II

Position Type:
Full-time Staff (Classified)

Position Status:
Full-Time

FLSA Status:
Exempt:
Not Eligible for Overtime

College/Division:
Student Life and Involvement

Department: 300174 - Community Engagement and Volunteer Center

Pay Band: 4

Pay Rate:
Pay Range

Specify Range or Amount: $51,000 - $56,000

Is this a JMU only position? No

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No

Beginning Review Date: 06/01/2026

About JMU:

At James Madison University (JMU), we're more than just a publicly funded institution - we're a vibrant, welcoming community located on a stunning campus where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive. Our mission is to prepare students for a bright future, and we believe that starts with supporting the people who make it all possible: our employees.

Why Work at JMU?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional journey and personal wellbeing:

* Generous Leave:
Enjoy paid vacation, sick leave, parental leave, community service leave, and 19 paid holidays annually.

* Comprehensive Health Coverage:
Access high-quality health insurance options that fit your needs.

* Retirement Options:
Plan for your future with retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System.

* Employee Well-Being:
Our Balanced Dukes program promotes wellness and work-life integration through resources, events, and support.

* Tuition Waiver Program:
Advance your education with our tuition waiver program for undergraduate and graduate courses taken at JMU.

At JMU, we believe in Being the Change - and that starts with creating an environment where you can grow, contribute meaningfully, and feel supported every step of the way.

Discover what makes JMU a great place to work: bit.ly/JMUEmployment

General Information:

Student Affairs mission is to engage all students in accessible and welcoming learning, growth, and personal development opportunities and experiences. Our vision is that every student thrives. We offer staff members opportunities to learn, grow, and engage with our whole division. Professional development investment is essential and intentional for positions.

This position provides strategic leadership for Community Engagement and Volunteer Center's (CEVC) co-curricular programs to advance community-engaged and work-based learning opportunities, working closely with students and ensuring effective program implementation, curriculum development, student training, and efficient, creative use of shared resources.

This is a partially grant funded position and is contingent upon continued funding.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Strategic Oversight of Co-curricular Programs

* Provide strategic leadership and administrative oversight for academic-year co-curricular programs, including Alternative Breaks, Dukes Volunteer, and Dukes Making a Difference, ensuring alignment with established student learning outcomes and community partner priorities.

* Lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of the Madison Community Summer Fellowship, launching as a pilot in summer 2027.

* Responsibilities include developing learning outcomes and curricula, selecting students and community partners, and facilitating weekly learning and reflection sessions.

* Supervise, mentor, and provide ongoing direction to a team of undergraduate student coordinators to ensure high-quality program delivery and continuous program development.

* Manage program budgets, resource allocation, and liability assessments with a high degree of independent authority, ensuring compliance with institutional guidelines and responsible stewardship of CEVC funds.

* Apply professional expertise and judgment to analyze student leadership trends, anticipate emerging programmatic needs, recommend strategic enhancements, and assess and mitigate associated risks.

Training & Supervision

* Design, implement, facilitate, and continuously improve the educational curriculum for CEVC student coordinators, including comprehensive fall training and weekly workshops focused on professional…