Student Employment Assistant - FWS

Student Employment Assistant – FWS

University: James Madison University

Location: Harrisonburg, VA

Position Type: Federal Work Study

Position Status: Part‑time

FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt – Eligible for overtime

College/Division: Financial Aid and Scholarships

Department: 100179 – Financial Aid and Scholarships

Pay Rate: $12.77 per hour

Review Date: December 2 2025

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.

The Student Employment Student Assistant will assist the Student Employment Team in day‑to‑day operations.

• Process Student Employment hiring paperwork.
• File hiring paperwork in our electronic filing system, OnBase.
• Assist with Student Employment events such as the annual Job Fair, Student Employment Appreciation Week, and Resource Fairs as schedule allows.
• Create and assemble Student Employment flyers and brochures.
• Process background checks.
• Maintain social media platforms.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Federal Work Study eligible.
• Familiar with computer software such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Comfortable with Facebook and other social media platforms.
• Willingness to learn the hiring processes.
• Ability to work as a team member and individually.

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.

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 and they will be happy to assist you.