Vendors and Records Management Specialist; Part-Time

Working Title

Vendors and Records Management Specialist (Part-Time)

Administrative and Office Specialist II

Part-time - Wage / Part-time Salaried

Part-Time

Non-Exempt:
Eligible for Overtime

Finance

100205 - Associate Controller - Operations

Hourly

$16.81

No

No

No

01/17/2026

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.

JMU offers several perks to all employees including:

• A Tuition Waiver Program that allows employees to have tuition waived for undergraduate and graduate level courses taken at JMU.
• Free Access to the University Recreation Center (UREC):
  Employees can enjoy facility access and program registration privileges at UREC and University Park. This includes the climbing wall, equipment centers, and group exercise studios.
• A variety of voluntary benefits such as Pet Insurance, Identity Theft and Legal Protection Plans, and several other supplemental benefits.
• Holiday Breaks:
  The university is granted 12 holidays a year.
• Talent Development Trainings:
  The Talent Development department offers a wide variety of personal and professional trainings, eligible for all employees to join.

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.

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The office of accounting technology within the office of accounting operations and disbursements is accepting applications for a Vendors and Records Management Specialist position to assist our team with duties related to accurate vendor data collection and vendor table maintenance, and general office duties.

• Part-time wage position with no benefits
• Hours are typically during normal business hours of 8am - 5pm, working on average 5-8 hours per day (no weekends required)
• Approximately 25-29 hours of work per week over the course of a calendar year
• On-campus position (not remote) in an office environment setting

• Practice detailed vendor maintenance procedures to ensure accurate information is captured.
• Perform accurate vendor data collection and vendor table maintenance to meet the needs of the University, People Soft Finance and Cardinal systems.
• Scan documents into an electronic filing system.
• Run reports in a timely manner and ensuring data is accurate.
• Provide professional, courteous service to our internal and external customers while maintaining a positive attitude and work ethic.
• Demonstrate willingness and ability to learn accounting concepts, principals, and business processes to reconcile budgets.
• Demonstrate willingness and ability to perform additional tasks as needed and provide team support.
• Understand and maintain the confidentiality of financial and personal data used according to university policy, state and federal law.
• Understand and abide by the Finance Office Ethics Statement, as well as any internal controls established by management.

Required:

• Demonstrated proficiency with computers, software applications and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Demonstrated typing and data entry skills
• Knowledge of administrative practices and procedures
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service and people skills to provide a welcoming environment
• Ability to process detailed work with accuracy and efficiency
• Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information
• Ability to work independently, manage and prioritize multiple tasks with excellent problem-solving skills
• Must be available to work up to 29 hours per week during office hours of 8am - 5pm on a Monday through Friday schedule (5-8 hours per day, depending on schedule)

Additional Considerations:

• Experience working with databases and/data entry
• Proficiency in advanced Microsoft Excel functionalities
• Knowledge of accounting concepts, principals, and business processes
• Ability to learn technology applications quickly
• Previous office experience

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

This is a part-time wage position working up to an average of 29 hours per week over the course of a calendar year with no benefits.

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