Health Sciences HTH 100 Student Assistant - IE
James Madison University
Location
Harrisonburg, Virginia
Salary
$13 / HOUR
Quick overview
This role involves providing assistance to faculty and staff within the Health Sciences Department, including managing records both manually and computerized, and performing data entry using Microsoft Office software. The assistant will also be responsible for operating office equipment and completing assigned projects while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be self-motivated students available to work 10 hours per week, Monday through Friday, between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm, with shifts lasting at least two hours. Essential qualifications include the ability to work independently, good communication skills, a professional attitude, initiative, and proficiency in Excel and Word, along with comfort using Zoom.
Job description
Working Title
Health Sciences HTH 100 Student Assistant - IE
State Role Title: Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study
Position Type: Institutional Employment
Position Status: Part-Time
FLSA Status: N/A
College/Division: College of Health and Behavioral Studies
Department
100056 - Health Sciences
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: 03/30/2026
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 Health Sciences Department is seeking a self-motivated, detail-oriented student for the 2026-2027 academic year. This position will specifically support HTH 100. The student must be available to work 10 hours per week, M-F, between the hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide assistance to faculty/staff in/out of the classroom as needed.
- Record management, computerized and manual.
- Filing, data entry using Microsoft Word, Excel, and other software.
- Operation of copier/scanner.
- Complete projects and any other duties assigned by faculty and staff in a timely manner.
- Respect the confidentiality of the documents being handled and the department.
- Be responsible, dependable, and professional at all times.
Qualifications
- Available to work 10 hours per week, M-F between the hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Work shifts must be at least two hours long.
- Ability to work independently.
- Good communication skills, in-person and via various technologies.
- Professional attitude.
- Shows initiative.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Proficient with Excel and Word, comfortable with Zoom.
Additional Posting Information
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.