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Form of workWorking Title:Global Ambassador - Advising Assistant - IE
State Role Title:Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study
Position Type:Institutional Employment
Position Status: Part-Time
College/Division: Center for Global Engagement
Department: 100148 - CGE Administration
Pay Rate:Hourly
Specify Range or Amount: $12
Is this a JMU only position?N/A
Is this a grant-funded position?N/A
Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position?N/A
About JMU:
Located in the heart of Virginia's beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA. With a population of just over 53,000, Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in the Commonwealth of Virginia. JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students, faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 20,000 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty.
General Information:
The Advising Assistant is a key member of the Global Ambassador program. Global Ambassadors are study abroad returnees and student leaders who support the work of the Study Abroad unit within the Center for Global Engagement. In this paid position, you'll work in a supportive team environment, develop professional skills, and inform prospective students on how to have a transformative experience abroad.
The position is for a one-year academic term, beginning Fall 2024 and concluding at the end of the Spring 2025 semester.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Holds regular office hours weekly to be available for peer advising sessions, both drop-in and scheduled.
• Leads 30-45 minute info sessions, scheduled at regular intervals (either weekly or bi-weekly).
• Monitors the Study Abroad inbox to answer commonly asked questions.
• Assists with minor website updates and edits.
• Helps coordinate advising events and other campus outreach activities.
• Works in partnership with the Global Dukes Assistant to ensure tabling opportunities are fully staffed with student volunteers (Global Dukes).
• Works Study Abroad events like the Study Abroad Fair, Family Weekend Brunch and Taste of Study Abroad, among others.
• Trains Global Dukes on advising best practices.
• Attends twice-monthly Global Ambassadors meetings, and once monthly Global Duke meetings.
• Assists with special projects as assigned, under the direction of the Study Abroad Advisor.
Qualifications:
• Availability to work 4 hours per week between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. and to attend regular team meetings, trainings, and evening programming during the academic year.
• Must have completed a study abroad program (JMU Semester, JMU Short-term, Study @, Exchange or External) prior to start date. Preference is given to students who have studied abroad on more than one program.
• Students must be available to attend an in-person mandatory orientation from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on August 19th and 20th, 2024, prior to the start of classes.
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).
Students must have a 2.0 or better cumulative GPA.
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.
Additional Posting Information:
Global Ambassadors - 2024-2025
Please answer the following questions and attach as Other Document #1:
1) When did you study abroad? Which study abroad program(s) did you participate in?
2) Why do you want to be a Global Ambassador?
3) Please list your anticipated non-academic commitments for the 2024-2025
academic year (examples: employment -both on-campus and off-campus, student
orgs, club sports teams, internships, etc).
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.
State Role Title:Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study
Position Type:Institutional Employment
Position Status: Part-Time
College/Division: Center for Global Engagement
Department: 100148 - CGE Administration
Pay Rate:Hourly
Specify Range or Amount: $12
Is this a JMU only position?N/A
Is this a grant-funded position?N/A
Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position?N/A
About JMU:
Located in the heart of Virginia's beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA. With a population of just over 53,000, Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in the Commonwealth of Virginia. JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students, faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 20,000 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty.
General Information:
The Advising Assistant is a key member of the Global Ambassador program. Global Ambassadors are study abroad returnees and student leaders who support the work of the Study Abroad unit within the Center for Global Engagement. In this paid position, you'll work in a supportive team environment, develop professional skills, and inform prospective students on how to have a transformative experience abroad.
The position is for a one-year academic term, beginning Fall 2024 and concluding at the end of the Spring 2025 semester.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Holds regular office hours weekly to be available for peer advising sessions, both drop-in and scheduled.
• Leads 30-45 minute info sessions, scheduled at regular intervals (either weekly or bi-weekly).
• Monitors the Study Abroad inbox to answer commonly asked questions.
• Assists with minor website updates and edits.
• Helps coordinate advising events and other campus outreach activities.
• Works in partnership with the Global Dukes Assistant to ensure tabling opportunities are fully staffed with student volunteers (Global Dukes).
• Works Study Abroad events like the Study Abroad Fair, Family Weekend Brunch and Taste of Study Abroad, among others.
• Trains Global Dukes on advising best practices.
• Attends twice-monthly Global Ambassadors meetings, and once monthly Global Duke meetings.
• Assists with special projects as assigned, under the direction of the Study Abroad Advisor.
Qualifications:
• Availability to work 4 hours per week between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. and to attend regular team meetings, trainings, and evening programming during the academic year.
• Must have completed a study abroad program (JMU Semester, JMU Short-term, Study @, Exchange or External) prior to start date. Preference is given to students who have studied abroad on more than one program.
• Students must be available to attend an in-person mandatory orientation from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on August 19th and 20th, 2024, prior to the start of classes.
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).
Students must have a 2.0 or better cumulative GPA.
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.
Additional Posting Information:
Global Ambassadors - 2024-2025
Please answer the following questions and attach as Other Document #1:
1) When did you study abroad? Which study abroad program(s) did you participate in?
2) Why do you want to be a Global Ambassador?
3) Please list your anticipated non-academic commitments for the 2024-2025
academic year (examples: employment -both on-campus and off-campus, student
orgs, club sports teams, internships, etc).
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.
