Student LINKer 6 positions open - IE

Working Title: Student LINKer 6 positions open) IE

State Role Title:Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study

Position Type:Institutional Employment

Position Status: PartTime

FLSA Status: NonExempt: Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: Center for Global Engagement

Department: 100148 CGE Administration

Pay Rate:Hourly

Specify Range or Amount: $13.50

Is this a JMU only positionN/A

Is this a grantfunded positionNo

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated positionNo

Beginning Review Date:04/15/2025

About JMU:

Located in the heart of Virginias beautiful Shenandoah Valley the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington D.C. and Richmond VA. With a population of just over 53000 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 20000 undergraduate and 1900 graduate students with over 1000 fulltime instructional faculty.

General Information:

The International Student and Scholar Services team (ISSS) in the Center for Global Engagement (CGE) seeks six 6 undergraduate students to serve as our LINKer team and assist ISSS with orientation and advising on programming for the international student community for the 202526 year. ISSS is looking for students who are globally minded thoughtful and engaging to join our team!

After an onsite training LINKers will welcome new international students to campus in midAugust and guide them through their first few days at JMU. Throughout the semester LINKers will create and run various social events and assist with other ISSS programming for the international student community.

If you enjoy meeting people from around the world and want to help new students transition to life at JMU become a LINKer! If you want to create meaningful programming for the international student community become a LINKer! Want to make an impact on the lives of others Apply to be a LINKer today!

Duties and Responsibilities:

Attend 2 online Zoom sessions over the summer.
Attend a 2day orientation training in August (August 1314; must arrive in Harrisonburg by August 12.
During orientation help facilitate group discussion guide and lead groups of students to different locations (including movein and shopping trips) and help answer general questions and concerns.
Assist the ISSS staff with orientation sessions such as Immigration Health Insurance and Being Successful by sharing your perspectives and experiences as they pertain to these issues.
Debrief and provide feedback on your orientation experiences with ISSS staff.
Attend monthly inperson meetings 3 per semester) with ISSS staff to brainstorm programming for the international student community.

Qualifications:

To be considered candidates must:
Have completed at least 2 semesters at JMU.
Be in good standing: academic 2.5 cumulative GPA min. and immigration if applicable.
Commit to two 2 semesters on the LINKer team beginning with a few virtual meetings over the summer returning to campus midAugust and running through May.
Be available on specific dates (such as arriving early oncampus on August 12 2025 and in midJanuary 2026 to prepare for the international orientation program and related events/programs).

Additional Posting Information:

Conditions of Employment:

Students must be degreeseeking students enrolled on at least a halftime basis 6 credits for undergraduate and 5 credits for graduate).

Students must have a 2.0 or better cumulative GPA.

EVerify Notice: After accepting employment new hires are required to complete an I9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the EVerify 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:.

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you are a student with a disability and need assistance please contact the Office of Disability Services ator 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.