Student Office Assistant - FWS

About the role

The Department of Political Science, located in Miller Hall, seeks a student assistant to provide general office support for 10 hours per week. Applicants would need to have availability to work during regular office hours of Monday-Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Answer the telephone and assist visitors.
• Aid office staff and faculty with copying, mailing, and filing.
• Provide general clerical support, including typing, copying, and scanning of course materials.
• Secure the classrooms at the end of the business day on Fridays.
• Aid in maintaining the mailroom, conference room, and common areas.
• Aid with technology setups.

Qualifications

• Good customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Reliability and dependability.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

Additional Posting Information

• Verification of FWS eligibility must be provided with your application (listed as Financial Aid Offer Letter).
• Log onto your MyMadison account under Finances, click on "View my Financial Aid". Click on 2026-27 aid year. Copy and paste into a word document and save.

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.

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.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you are a student with a disability and need assistance please contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991. 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.