Study Abroad Global Dukes Assistant (Global Ambassador) Center for Global Engagement IE

Working Title: Study Abroad Global Dukes 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 positionN/A

Is this a grant-funded positionNo

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated positionN/A

Beginning Review Date:04/09/2026

About JMU:

Situated in the heart of Virginias beautiful Shenandoah Valley the city of Harrisonburg is a vibrant community with a population of approximately 52000. 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 21000 undergraduate and 1800 graduate students with over 1000 full-time instructional faculty.

JMU offers thriving programs in the liberal arts science and technology and professional disciplines at the undergraduate masters 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. The Global Dukes Assistant coordinates and supports the Global Dukes volunteer program focusing on training scheduling and community building.

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:

Plan orientations and trainings for prospective Global Dukes.
Schedule Global Dukes meetings with a mix of social and professional development opportunities.
Work 1:1 with Global Dukes to provide resources for tabling presentations and other outreach assignments.
Communicate with Global Dukes to staff volunteer opportunities.
Track Global Dukes volunteer hours and evaluate the effectiveness of outreach activities.
Plan one study abroad returnee event per year.
Attend required professional development trainings throughout the academic year.
Assist Advising Assistants with advising sessions both drop-in and scheduled when necessary.
Assist with special projects assigned under the direction of the Assistant Director of Engagement and Outreach.
Maintain a professional appearance while wearing CGE-issued apparel.

Qualifications:

Availability to work 4 hours per week during standard business hours.
Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends.
Previous JMU study abroad participation is required before the start date.
Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
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 namedocument type

Example: Doe JaneResume

If you have any questions about this position please contact Matthew Zittritsch ().

--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 must be completed before the Augustinperson training. Note: Because this process must be completed in person travel to Harrisonburg may be required if the paperwork is not completed before the summer.

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.