Study Abroad Advising Assistant (Global Ambassador) - Center for Global Engagement - IE

State Role Title:

Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study Position Type:

Institutional Employment Position Status:

Part-Time FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt:

Eligible for

Overtime College/Division:

Center for

Global Engagement Department:

100148 -

CGE Administration Pay Band:

Pay Rate:

Hourly Specify Range or Amount:

$13.25/hour Is this a JMU only position? N/A Is this a grant-funded position? No Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position?

N/A Beginning Review Date:

04/15/2026

About JMU:

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. JMU has achieved national recognition for the high quality of its academic programs, focus on maintaining strong student/faculty interaction, and innovative faculty research.

General Information:

Global Ambassadors are study abroad returnees and student leaders who support the work of the Study Abroad unit within the Center for Global Engagement. Advising Assistant Global Ambassadors are experienced study abroad returnees who provide peer advising and student support. This role focuses on helping students navigate the study abroad process while developing professional advising and communication skills. The position is for a one-year academic term, beginning Fall 2026 and concluding at the end of the Spring 2027 semester.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Hold weekly office hours for peer advising sessions, both drop-in and scheduled. Lead 30-45 minute informational sessions. Help monitor the Study Abroad inbox and answer commonly asked questions. Assist with minor website updates and edits. Help coordinate advising events and other campus outreach activities. Work at events such as the Study Abroad Fair, Family Weekend Brunch, and Taste of Study Abroad, among others. Train Global Dukes on advising best practices. Attend required professional development trainings throughout the academic year. Assist with special projects as assigned, under the direction of the Assistant Director of Advising and Student Support. Maintain a professional appearance while wearing CGE-issued apparel.

Qualifications:

Availability to work 5 hours per week during standard business hours. Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends. Strong written and communication skills. Openness to feedback and adherence to advising guidelines. Previous JMU study abroad participation is required before the start date. Preference is given to students who have studied abroad on more than one program. Attendance at required professional development trainings throughout the academic year, including mandatory, in-person training from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on August 24 and 25, 2026.

Additional Posting Information:

- APPLICATION

MATERIALS

- Submit a resume and cover letter. Naming conventions for application materials are as follows: "last name, first name_document type"

Example:

Doe, Jane_Resume If you have any questions about this position, please contact Matthew Zittritsch (vsstm2@jmu.edu). -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 2.5 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. All student employee New Hire paperwork should be completed by the end of the spring 2026 semester.

Note:

If paperwork is not completed by that deadline, travel to Harrisonburg may be required.

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.

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.