Exam Accommodation Assistant; Part - Time

Overview

Working Title:
Exam Accommodation Assistant (Part - Time)

State Role

Title:

Education Support Specialist II

Position Type: Part-time - Wage / Part-time Salaried

Position Status: Part-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt:
Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: Accessibility and Belonging

Department: 100170 - Office of Disability Services

Pay Rate: Hourly

Specify Range or Amount: $19.22 per hour

Is this a JMU only position? No

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? N/A

Beginning Review Date: 01/28/2026

At James Madison University (JMU), we are a vibrant, welcoming community located on a campus where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive. Our mission is to prepare students for a bright future, and we support the people who make it possible: our employees.

JMU offers several perks to all employees including:

• A Tuition Waiver Program for undergraduate and graduate courses
• Free Access to the University Recreation Center (UREC) and University Park facilities
• Voluntary benefits such as Pet Insurance, Identity Theft and Legal Protection Plans
• Holiday Breaks: 12 holidays a year
• Talent Development Trainings available to all employees

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The Office of Disability Services (ODS) at James Madison University (JMU) is seeking a part-time Exam Accommodations Assistant. This is a 9-month position corresponding with the fall and spring semesters (August through May). This posting is for a part-time wage position with no benefits. This position is limited to a maximum of 1,500 hours per year (May 1 to April 30), with an average of 29 hours per week.

The regular shift is six to eight hours per day, Monday - Thursday, between 8:00 a.m. and 9:30 p.m. and Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. with alternate hours during Final Exam Week (December and May).

Due to access to undergraduate records, current JMU Undergraduate students are not eligible for this position.

Under the supervision of the ODS Exam Accommodations Coordinator, the Exam Accommodations Assistant will support exam accommodations and proctoring efforts. More specifically, the Exam Accommodations Assistant will:

Required:

• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Possess effective data entry and data management skills
• Possess effective customer service and conflict resolution skills
• Demonstrated commitment and ability to work effectively with members of different backgrounds and varying abilities
• Ability to employ creative problem-solving skills
• Ability to work cooperatively as a team member and independently in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with learning new technology and the ability to perform basic troubleshooting

Candidates should provide a resume, cover letter, and availability between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 9:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday with their application materials. Due to access to undergraduate records, current JMU Undergraduate students are not eligible for this position.

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. E-Verify:
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