Office Assistant - Office of the Registrar (Part - Time)

**Working Title:** **Office Assistant - Office of the Registrar (Part - Time)** **State Role Title:** Administrative and Office Specialist II **Position Type:** Part-time - Wage / Part-time Salaried **Position Status:** Part-Time **FLSA Status:** N/A **College/Division:** Student Academic Success **Department:** 100177 - Office Of The Registrar **Pay Band:**2 **Pay Rate:** Hourly **Specify Range or Amount:** $17.05 **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:** 07/29/2026 **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. JMU offers several perks to all employees including: • 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. 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:** The Office of the Registrar at James Madison University is accepting applications for an Office Assistant. The Office Assistant will serve a vital role with the Office of the Registrar on the Transfer Credit Team. We are recruiting for one part-time wage position. The position will be a year-round part-time position working an average of 29 hours per week over the course of a calendar year. Part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. **Duties and Responsibilities:** • Process college transcripts through the workflow process within our document management system. • Provide customer service in person and through phone/email • Enter data into PeopleSoft Student Administration System while ensuring data integrity, confidentiality and accuracy. • Work closely with students, faculty, staff and parents. • Assist in updating the Transfer Credit Equivalency Guide using TES (Transfer Evaluation System). • Perform moderately complex processes and exercise independent judgment with minimal supervision. • Resolve problems independently, answer questions and interpret and apply policies and procedures. • Resolve problems with a high standard for accuracy. • Perform back-up duties for other staff as needed. • Perform other duties as assigned. **Qualifications:** Required Qualifications: • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications. • Ability to handle and prioritize a large volume of work. • Ability to maintain confidentiality of student record. • Ability to work independently but seek advice and direction from supervisor as needed. • Ability to serve constituents in personable and efficient manner. Additional Considerations: • Knowledge of university and office policies and procedures. • Knowledge of PeopleSoft Student Administration System **Additional Posting Information:** **Conditions of Employment:** Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check. This is a part-time wage position working up to an…