Training Specialist - Student Affairs

Working Title: Training Specialist - Student Affairs

State Role Title: Trainer and Instructor II

Position Type: Full-time Staff (Classified)

Position Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Exempt: Not Eligible for Overtime

 

College/Division: Student Affairs Unit

Department: 300348 - AUX Student Affairs Support

 

Pay Band: 4

Pay Rate: Maximum Starting

Specify Range or Amount: $56,000 

 

Is this a JMU only position? No

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No

 

Beginning Review Date: 03/26/2026

 

About JMU:

At James Madison University (JMU), we’re more than just a publicly funded institution — we’re a vibrant, welcoming community located on a stunning campus where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive. Our mission is to prepare students for a bright future, and we believe that starts with supporting the people who make it all possible: our employees.

Why Work at JMU?
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional journey and personal wellbeing:
• Generous Leave: Enjoy paid vacation, sick leave, parental leave, community service leave, and 19 paid holidays annually.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access high-quality health insurance options that fit your needs.
• Retirement Options: Plan for your future with retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System.
• Employee Well-Being: Our Balanced Dukes program promotes wellness and work-life integration through resources, events, and support.
• Tuition Waiver Program: Advance your education with our tuition waiver program for undergraduate and graduate courses taken at JMU.

At JMU, we believe in Being the Change — and that starts with creating an environment where you can grow, contribute meaningfully, and feel supported every step of the way.

Discover what makes JMU a great place to work: bit.ly/JMUEmployment

 

General Information:

Student Affairs mission is to engage all students in accessible and inclusive learning, growth, and personal development opportunities and experiences. Our vision is that every student thrives. We offer staff members opportunities to learn, grow, and engage with our whole division. Professional development investment is essential and intentional for positions.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Student Affairs Staff Training Design & Delivery:

• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of centralized student staff training in Canvas, ensuring consistency and quality across departments
• Serve as the point of contact for training structure, delivery methods, and curriculum execution
• Partner with departments to create engaging, compliant learning experiences and provide facilitation support for large-scale trainings when needed

Lead Campus‑Wide Student Online Training & Learning:

• Coordinate a cohesive, campus-wide student online training curriculum by partnering with content managers across divisions and aligning timelines with Orientation & Transition
• Own and manage the student online training platform (Canvas), including configuration, content organization, access, and ongoing updates
• Coordinate the planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of online training using data, feedback, and emerging best practices to strengthen learning outcomes

Professional Development & Community Building Leadership (SAPros):

• Coordinate division-wide professional development and community-building initiatives, including all-staff meetings, recognition events, and programming for staff members
• Facilitate mentoring connections with external institutions through partnerships within NASPA-VA
• Assess program effectiveness using participation data and feedback, implementing improvements to enhance staff engagement and retention

Staff Acclimation & Experience:

• Facilitate a cohort-based onboarding experience for new Student Affairs staff, including 12‑week of onboarding sessions each semester
• Develop and maintain onboarding resources that support successful transitions to JMU, the di