Position Details
| Working Title | Student Office Assistant - FWS |
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| Posting Number | J1770 |
| Position Type | Federal Work Study |
| Position Status | Part Time |
| College/Division | University Programs |
| Department | 100137 - Center for Assessment and Research |
| Pay Rate | Hourly |
| Specify Range or Amount | 11.00 |
| General Information | The Center for Assessment & Research Studies (CARS) plans and executes the campus-wide Assessment Days that are held in fall for freshmen, and spring for upperclassmen. CARS also houses faculty, staff, and graduate assistants in the Assessment & Measurement PhD and Quantitative Psychology MA programs. This student position will provide office support to the Assessment Day team, as well as to the faculty and staff of the Center on a wide range of duties as described below. |
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| Duties and Responsibilities | Provide support to the assessment day planning team in preparation of future assessment day events and breakdown of materials post-event. This includes management of materials used for testing, as well as some data entry and piloting of new test materials/new testing technologies. In some instances, student assistants are required to serve as proctors for assessment testing. Provide general office support to the faculty and staff of the department. This includes various tasks such as delivery of documents on campus, filing, printing, copying, scanning, and other clerical office tasks. Maintain a small departmental library by cataloging new books purchased, re-shelving books, and checking books back into the department when they are returned. Provide support for department in regards to national visibility and marketing initiatives. This could include updating departmental blog, creating or proofing materials to be distributed at conferences, and updating social media sites on behalf of the department. Other duties as assigned. This is an office setting position that operates on regular business hours of 8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Applicants must have availability during these hours. Actual schedule of working days/hours will be determined upon hire. |
| Qualifications | Required: - Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of programs. - Strong communication skills; both written and interpersonal. - Professional behavior/presentation in both face to face interactions as well as written/online interactions. - Attention to detail. - Reliable and trustworthy; ability to work with limited supervision. - Self-starter; willingness to take ownership of tasks and contribute ideas. Preferred, but not required: -Leadership skills; or a desire to build these skills throughout the course of employment. -Familiarity/comfort working with various types of social media platforms, marketing strategies, and creation of professional materials. Preferences given to students with a major related to Psychology, or an interest in research, statistics, and/or quantitative psychology. |
| 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. |
| Posting Date | 08/02/2021 |
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| Beginning Review Date | 08/09/2021 |
| Closing Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Proposed Starting Date | 08/30/2021 |
| 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 Request | If you are a student with a disability and need assistance please contact the Office of Disability Services at (540) 568-6705 or [email protected] . 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. |
| Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report | http://www.jmu.edu/publicsafety/clerycompliance/righttoknow.shtml |
| Minimum Reference(s) Required | 0 |
| Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting | https://joblink.jmu.edu/postings/9657 |
| Additional Posting Information | Applicants must provide proof of Federal Work Study eligibility. |