Administrative Assistant - Harrisonburg, United States - James Madison University

James Madison University
James Madison University
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Working Title:
Administrative Assistant - Educational Foundations & Exceptionalities Department and Early, Elementary, and Reading Education Department (Part-Time)


State Role Title:
Administrative and Office Specialist II


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


Position Status:
Part-Time


College/Division:
College of Education


Department:
Education Programs


Pay Rate:
Hourly


Beginning Review Date:06/14/2024


Specify Range or Amount:
$16.00


Is this a JMU only position? No


Is this a grant-funded position? No


Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No


About JMU:


  • JMU is a publicly funded university with a beautiful campus and a supportive community that is committed to preparing students for the future.

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.
Visit our Benefits site to learn more about the benefits that James Madison University offers to part-time employees
General Information:


Duties and Responsibilities:


Providing clerical support to the EFEX and EERE department heads and faculty by providing well-organized office system support and helping to ensure documentation and records are maintained.

Accessing and maintaining JMU databases, specifically by managing correspondence with students in programs.

Composing, editing, monitoring and distributing materials handled in the main office.

Event planning and coordinating for departments.

Providing neat, professional, efficient, and competent work while paying close attention to detail.

Maintaining records and filing systems for the departments.


Maintaining a general understanding of the role and composition of programs within departments, departments within the colleges and colleges within the university.

Maintaining general knowledge of office equipment such as copiers and printers.

Other duties as assigned by the Dean in the College of Education.


Qualifications:


  • Required Qualifications
  • Strong written language skills and customer service skills.
  • Excellent data management skills.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Understanding of office management best practices.
  • Proficiency in Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office Programs, especially Excel and Word.
Additional Considerations

  • Proficiency with AdobeSign.
  • Experience with JMU Student Administration system.

Conditions of Employment:


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.

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

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.


Additional Posting Information:


EEO Statement:


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.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for

Equal Opportunity:

Reasonable Accommodation:


Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force.

**Equal Opportunity Employer
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