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James Madison University · 10 hours ago

Temporary Conference Assistant for Planning (Multiple Positions)

positionHarrisonburg, VA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level
money$16/hr - $17.25/hr

James Madison University is a publicly funded university with a beautiful campus and a supportive community. They are seeking Temporary Conference Assistants for Planning to coordinate logistics for various conferences and camps during the summer.

AssociationNon Profit
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Work with Sponsors of assigned specific conferences/camps (approximately 10 conferences/camps per Conference Assistant for Planning)
Some conferences/camps will be assigned two planners
Coordinate all logistics of assigned conferences/camps before and during their time on campus
Meet with operations staff to convey meeting/ facility setups
Manage check in/out logistics for assigned groups; some evening hours will be required
Maintain consistent contact with assigned conferences/camps' sponsors and respond to requests
Update conferences/camps details in IRIS software
Post Camp: assist with entering accurate billing details, write group summaries, and send surveys to sponsors

Qualification

Customer service experienceOrganization skillsProblem-solving skillsMicrosoft Office proficiencyVerbal communication skillsWritten communication skillsInterpersonal skillsAttention to detailTeamwork experienceLeadership experience

Required

Organization, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills
Verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
Customer service experience
Attention to detail
Experience working in a team, and/or leading a team
Experience with Microsoft Office programs, databases, or administration computer software
A valid driver's license is required for this position

Benefits

A Tuition Waiver Program that allows employees to have tuition waived for undergraduate and graduate level courses taken at JMU.
Free Access to the University Recreation Center (UREC): Employees can enjoy facility access and program registration privileges at UREC and University Park. This includes the climbing wall, equipment centers, and group exercise studios.
A variety of voluntary benefits such as Pet Insurance, Identity Theft and Legal Protection Plans, and several other supplemental benefits.
Holiday Breaks: The university is granted 12 holidays a year.
Talent Development Trainings: The Talent Development department offers a wide variety of personal and professional trainings, eligible for all employees to join.

Company

James Madison University

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James Madison University offers programs on the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels with its primary emphasis on the undergraduate student.
dateFounded in 1908
location
Harrisonburg, Virginia, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
https://www.jmu.edu/innovation/jmi.shtml

H1B Sponsorship

James Madison University has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (36)
2024 (35)
2023 (34)
2022 (22)
2021 (32)
2020 (20)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Johnny Ginnity, SES, FACHE
University Lecturer--CEO
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Caroline Shelly
Co-founder and President of SMAD Club
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