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UCC Career Educator - FWS
Job no: 20002057
Work type: Federal Work Study
Location: Harrisonburg
Categories: Student Employment
Working Title: UCC Career Educator - FWS
State Role Title: Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study
Position Type: Federal Work Study
Position Status: Part-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime
College/Division: Student Life and Involvement
Department: 100358 - University Career Center
Pay Band:
Pay Rate: Hourly
Specify Range or Amount: $12.77
Is this a JMU only position? N/A
Is this a grant-funded position? No
Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? N/A
Beginning Review Date: 06/15/2026
About JMU:
Situated in the heart of Virginia's beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is a vibrant community with a population of approximately 52,000. Harrisonburg is conveniently located approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA.
JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and supportive environment for students, faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 21,000 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty.
JMU offers thriving programs in the liberal arts, science and technology, and professional disciplines at the undergraduate, master's and doctoral levels. JMU has achieved national recognition for the high quality of its academic programs, focus on maintaining strong student/faculty interaction, and innovative faculty research.
General Information:
The University Career Center's mission is to Empower students. Cultivate opportunities. Forge partnerships. Launch careers.
We are seeking Career Educators for an 8-10-hour per week position.
Benefits of Becoming a CE:
Career Educators learn, work, and develop professionally through program planning and facilitating small and large group presentations. Career Educators present career-related workshops to students through the Health 100 Passport Program and will lead small group presentations.
Career Educators meet with students and alumni in a 1:1 setting to provide career-related support and guidance. Career Educators conduct resume and cover letter reviews, LinkedIn and Handshake appointments, and Career Fair Prep appointments.
Career educators assist with large-scale UCC programming such as Career Fairs and other networking events. Career Educators participate in outreach to the campus community through weekly tabling outreach events
Career Educators help connect students to meaningful tools, resources, and opportunities-making a real impact on peers' confidence and career readiness.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Meet individually with students and alumni to provide guidance on:
Résumé and cover letter development
Handshake and LinkedIn
Career Fair Prep
Present and facilitate career-related workshops through the Health 100 program to large groups of students
Provide constructive feedback and coaching to students on résumés, cover letters, and other professional documents
Practice active listening in one-on-one and group interactions to understand student needs, ask thoughtful follow-up questions, and ensure each student feels heard and supported.
Maintain accurate records of student interactions
Assist with large-scale Career Center events (e.g., career fairs, networking nights, employer panels)
Qualifications:
Have an interest in helping JMU students with career and job search through appointments, as well as outreach through presentations.
Ability to relate and interact with individuals both one-on-one and in group settings.
Willingness to work in a team setting and build rapport with other CEs and the UCC professional staff.
Demonstrate professional communication when working with supervisors, coworkers, and students.
Successful candidates must be eager to learn. No prior knowledge of career or major-related topics is required - we'll train you!
Additional Posting Information:
As a result of working as a Career Educator, a student will gain experience in the following NACE competencies
Provide constructive, audience-appropriate feedback on resumes, cover letters, and other job-search documents (Communication).
Design and deliver engaging presentations and workshops on career topics to groups of peers (Communication, Leadership).
Use active listening and questioning strategies to identify student needs and connect them to resources (Critical Thinking, Communication).
Take initiative in mentoring peers and supporting career center events with professionalism and confidence (Leadership, Professionalism).
Analyze and adapt recommendations to fit a student's background, goals, and unique situation (Critical Thinking).
Reflect on their growth in leadership, communication, and advising, and articulate how this experience prepares them for future opportunities (Career & Self-Development).
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.
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 a student with a disability and need assistance please contact the Office of Disability Services at (540) 568-6705 or disability-svcs@jmu.edu. 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.
Advertised: 01 Jun 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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