Talent Development Student Assistant – FWS & WBLE

Position Type: Federal Work Study (FWS) & Work-Based Learning Experience (WBLE) – Part-Time, Non-Exempt

About the Role

JMU Talent Development (TD)’s mission is to grow the talents of JMU's employees. We are seeking a dependable, proactive, and hospitable undergraduate from any major who will assist the Talent Development team in genuine training room and office hospitality.

Benefits

As a Student Assistant, you will support the workshops held in our training rooms and build strong communication, teamwork, and hospitality skills in a professional setting. This role offers the opportunity to:

• Develop organizational and problem-solving skills while working collaboratively as part of a team.
• Grow personal strengths through various professional development opportunities.
• Gain transferable skills applicable to any career path.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist guests at the front desk, including phone coverage.
• Prepare materials for workshops, maintain supplies, and set up rooms for events.
• Prepare refreshments, greet participants, set up the podium computer, assist facilitators, and give opening announcements for workshops.
• Maintain room readiness by rearranging furniture and anticipating needs for upcoming events.
• Collaborate with team members on projects and participate in team meetings to provide updates.
• Use Microsoft 365 programs to communicate and prepare for Talent Development events.
• Complete recurring tasks on time and maintain professionalism for office and training room visitors.

Qualifications

• Be a full-time student.
• Have availability during business hours (8 a.m.–5 p.m., Monday–Friday).
• Be detail-oriented, proactive, and willing to learn new skills.

Skills You Will Develop

• Professionalism: Demonstrate dependability, punctuality, reliability, and accountability in daily work.
• Communication: Engage clearly and courteously with diverse stakeholders in person, by phone, and via technology.
• Career & Self-Development: Reflect on personal strengths and growth areas, setting goals while completing a personal application project.
• Critical Thinking: Prioritize tasks and address the needs of facilitators and participants.
• Leadership: Take initiative in task coverage, problem-solving, and managing a personal application project.
• Technology: Use computer systems for communication, workflow, editing, and workshop support, including troubleshooting tech issues.
• Teamwork: Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth office operations and provide support as needed.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a current JMU student enrolled in at least 6 credits and qualify for Federal Work Study (FWS).
• Verification of FWS eligibility must be provided with your application.

Pay

Minimum starting pay rate: $12.77 per hour.