James Madison University · 1 day ago
Temporary Conference Assistant for Planning (Multiple Positions)
Harrisonburg-Staunton Area
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad
$16/hr - $17/hrJames Madison University is accepting applications for multiple Temporary Summer Positions in their Conference Services department. These positions involve coordinating logistics for conferences and camps, maintaining communication with sponsors, and managing check-in/out processes.
AssociationNon Profit
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
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
Company
James Madison University
James Madison University offers programs on the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels with its primary emphasis on the undergraduate student.
Founded in 1908Harrisonburg, Virginia, USA
1001-5000 employees
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
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Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (36)
2024 (35)
2023 (34)
2022 (22)
2021 (32)
2020 (20)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Johnny Ginnity, SES, FACHE
University Lecturer--CEO
Caroline Shelly
Co-founder and President of SMAD Club
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