Program & Education Coordinator - IE

Working Title: Program & Education Coordinator - 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: 100597 - Community Engagement and Volunteer Center

 

Pay Rate: Hourly

Specify Range or Amount: $14.50

 

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: 02/02/2026

 

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:

Hey you! Yes, you. Looking for more than a desk job staring at a computer screen all day? Well, you’ve found it! We have a fun work environment and engage in community change on and off campus. Join our team!

Student leadership is central to all CEVC activities. Student Coordinators recruit and support their peers, connect with faculty, and coordinate with local organizations to facilitate meaningful community-based partnerships.

CEVC Coordinators collaborate on one of four teams – Operations, Marketing & Events, Program & Education, or Campus & Community Partnership – to make the magic happen! Through this paid position, you’ll find a supportive environment, develop professional skills, and increase your ability to create a more caring, just world.

Relax, we’re not serious 24/7. If you like to mix your focus and passion with light banter, ridiculous puns, and funny memes, then we're your people! We’re fun, we love the community, and our office space is the ultimate collab zone.

We want YOU to be a part of it! Peep the CEVC website to learn more about us: https://www.jmu.edu/cevc.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Do you love mentoring leaders and coordinating meaningful volunteer experiences? Or maybe you’re passionate about community and looking to gain experience?


In this specialized role as a Program & Education Coordinator, you will:
• Support Alternative Breaks through training, mentoring, and logistics
• Facilitate leadership retreats the first two days of Fall Break and over MLK Jr. Weekend (the Sunday and Monday prior to Spring semester classes beginning)


Your general responsibilities will include:
• Leadership and Program Implementation
○ Participate in CEVC trainings, reflection sessions, and meetings to enhance knowledge and skills
○ Co-lead Dukes Making a Difference (DMAD)
○ Co-lead Dukes Volunteer opportunities each semester
○ Assist with program support, planning, and execution
○ Support classroom and community preparation and reflection sessions

• Recruitment and Outreach
○ Recruit students for all CEVC events and programs (ex. tabling events, class visits, etc.)
○ Serve as a liaison between CEVC and colleges, departments, and student orgs
○ Support student involvement via BeInvolved, Volunteer Now, etc.


Scheduling Essentials:
• DMAD SPRING TRAINING: Friday, April 17, 2:00-3:30 pm
• START DATE: August 12, 2026 (chat with us if you need assistance with housing prior to a lease start date)
• 40-HOUR FALL TRAINING: August 12-18, 2026
• DMAD: August 19-21, 2026
• SCHEDULE: work a maximum of 10 hours per week

*NOTE: Some required events may take place on an occasional evening and weekend.

 

Qualifications:

Know how to do everything listed above? Don’t worry, you don’t have to. It would be awesome if you bring these to the table:

• Be a current JMU student (must be enrolled in at leas