Event Operation Assistant (EOA) IE

Harrisonburg, LA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Working Title: Event Operation Assistant (EOA) - 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: Student Life and Involvement

Department: 300078 - Madison Union - Sched and Ops

Pay Rate:Hourly

Specify Range or Amount: $12.77

Is this a JMU only positionN/A

Is this a grant-funded positionNo

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated positionN/A

Beginning Review Date:02/02/2026

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 full-time instructional faculty.

General Information:

Event Operation Assistants (EOAs) ensure all programming in The Union supported spaces is effectively supported and that customers needs are fulfilled while ensuring Building Policy is respected and enforced as necessary

Duties and Responsibilities:

Routinely tour the facility assisting in the cleanliness and ensuring that guests are utilizing spaces respectfully.
Assisting with setups for all Union-supported spaces and any additional customer requests
Train student groups and guests on proper building etiquette.
Maintain all front desk operations such as answering/transferring phone calls collecting lost and found items providing academic key checkout support and assisting guests with various questions and needs.

Qualifications:

Desired preferences
Knowledge of basic office environment including answering and transferring phone calls
Ability to work in a fast-paced and flexible environment
Punctuality dependability positive attitude and great communication
Ability to work under pressure and provide great customer service

Additional Posting Information:

Students are scheduled around their academic classes and are expected to work an average of 6 hours per week with opportunity to pick up additional shifts as desired.

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: .

Reasonable Accommodation:

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

Required Experience:

Junior IC

Working Title: Event Operation Assistant (EOA) - IEState Role Title:Institutional Employment/Federal Work StudyPosition Type:Institutional EmploymentPosition Status: Part-TimeFLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for OvertimeCollege/Division: Student Life and InvolvementDepartment: 300078 - Madison Unio...