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Temporary Administrative Pool
Job no: 20002025
Work type: Part-time - Wage / Part-time Salaried, Temporary
Location: Harrisonburg
Categories: Administrative / Office Staff
Working Title: Temporary Administrative Pool
State Role Title: Administrative and Office Specialist II
Position Type: Part-time - Wage / Part-time Salaried
Position Status: Part-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime
College/Division: Human Resources, Training and Performance
Department: 100210 - Human Resources
Pay Rate: Commensurate with Experience
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:
James Madison University is accepting applications on a continual basis for the Temporary Administrative Pool. Departments across campus hire from the Temporary Administrative Pool on an "as needed" basis and positions vary depending on departmental needs. Applicants will be contacted as positions become available.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Duties and responsibilities will vary depending on the departmental needs. Duties may include but are not limited to:
• Answering telephones
• Greeting customers that enter the office
• Sorting office mail
• Managing correspondence via email
• Processing paperwork
• Performing data entry
• Working with JMU systems, such as PeopleSoft
Qualifications:
• Working knowledge of standard office software including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to operate standard office equipment
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work
Conditions of Employment:
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 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.
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.
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.
Reasonable Accommodation:
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.
Advertised: 12 May 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
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