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Graduate Assistant, Student Organization Management

James Madison University · Harrisonburg, VA · 2 wk ago
AdministrativeFull-time

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.

About the role

The Graduate Assistant for Student Organization Management for Academic Year 2026-2027 will assist in creating a welcoming and developmental environment in Student Life. This position is expected to work 20 hours a week within business hours of the Student Leadership and Involvement office (Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm).

Responsibilities

  • Supervision and evaluation of Program Assistant student employees (Club House and SLI front desk workers)
  • Provide direct student organization support, including:
    • One-on-one advising with various clubs as needed
    • Communication with student organization leadership
    • Collaborating with faculty/staff advisers
    • Other opportunities as created or suggested
  • Assist the Student Organization Annual Registration Process
  • Manage Student Organization marketing, including but not limited to newsletters and social media engagement
  • Serve as a key contributor in supporting students through the “Start an Organization” process
  • Serve as a member of the Explore Madison Committee
  • Serve as a member of the Destress Fest committee, a department-wide effort in Student Life
  • Assist in the planning, organizing, and implementation of the Adviser Welcome and Adviser Celebration
  • Support the Student Leader Framework implementation
  • Help plan and implement Student Org Night (Fall and Spring)
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Must be a graduate student at JMU
  • Must be willing to work a consistent 20-hour schedule during business hours (Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm)

Qualifications

  • Strong communication skills
  • Peer mentoring, advising, or supervising experience and/or a willingness to learn
  • Ability to problem solve and think about creative solutions
  • Marketing experience or a willingness to learn

Pay

Stipend of $10,661

Schedule

Part-time, 20 hours per week during business hours (Monday through Friday, 8am-5pm).

Students may apply to a Graduate Assistantship prior to being accepted into a graduate program. However, to be eligible to receive an assistantship upon entry into a graduate program, the following criteria must be met: conditional or unconditional acceptance into a graduate program, an official transcript on file indicating completion of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution, and maintenance of at least a 3.0 graduate GPA to retain or reapply for the assistantship.

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