James Madison University
Location
Harrisonburg, Virginia
Salary
$13 / HOUR
The Student Assistant will serve as the primary point of contact for the EY Suite, greeting and assisting students, faculty, and visitors while supporting daily office operations. Key duties include managing virtual interview rooms, answering inquiries via phone and email, assisting with event preparation, and providing general administrative and technical support.
Candidates must possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, be reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented, and be comfortable with basic office technology while willing to learn new systems. Applicants must also be degree-seeking students enrolled at least half-time.
EY Suite in the College of Business - IE
State Role Title: Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study
Position Type: Institutional Employment
Position Status: Part-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime
College/Division: College of Business
100330 - College of Business - Dean
Pay Rate: Hourly
$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: 3/16/2026
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.
The EY Suite Front Desk Student Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for students, faculty, prospective students/families, and visitors to the Office of Professional Development and Undergraduate Programs Suite. This position plays a vital role in supporting the daily operations of the office while promoting a welcoming and professional environment for both the office and the College of Business.
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (Flexible shifts within this timeframe)
Additional Posting Information: attach cover letter and resume
Students must be degree-seeking students, enrolled on at least a half-time basis (6 credits for undergraduate and 5 credits for graduate).
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@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.
Market context
In Virginia, EY Suite roles in a College of Business typically draw steady interest because they combine campus support work with a student schedule. Competition often centers on reliability, communication, and comfort with basic office technology, since employers want candidates who can learn systems quickly and handle routine front-desk or administrative tasks. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show punctuality, detail focus, and your current half-time enrollment.
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