Employee Resources and Organizational Learning Specialist
About The Position
The James Madison University Libraries seeks applications for a full-time Employee Resources and Organizational Learning Specialist. This position will provide support to ensure smooth operations for personnel actions, coordinate the performance management process, oversee wage (part-time) and student employee processes, procedures, and related budget allocations, and support organizational learning within JMU Libraries. The successful candidate will report to the Director of Employee Resources & Organizational Learning within the Library Administrative Team, a group of dedicated professionals offering centralized support to the broader JMU Libraries organization. This position will also participate in cross-training for critical core responsibilities. This is a full-time, 40 hour per week position with benefits. Normal work shifts for this position will align with regular university business hours. The Libraries welcomes applicants who can demonstrate a commitment to building equitable and welcoming environments. We are committed to encouraging dialogue, cultivating a sense of belonging, and celebrating a broad range of life experiences and perspectives.
Requirements
- Relevant experience providing high-quality administrative or employment-related support, including processing personnel actions, maintaining records, or supporting employee programs.
- Experience working with databases, spreadsheets, or administrative systems to track information and support decision-making.
- Evidence of strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with employees, supervisors, and campus partners.
- Maintain confidentiality as appropriate.
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team in a dynamic, collegial, and collaborative environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to building environments that are accessible and welcoming.
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting onboarding, hiring, or performance evaluation processes.
- Familiarity with employment processes in a higher education setting.
- Experience coordinating programming, training, or professional development initiatives.
- Experience working with learning management systems, HR-related platforms, or employee databases.
Responsibilities
- Initiate, process, and coordinate personnel actions ensuring accuracy and compliance for full-time, part-time, wage, student employees, and graduate assistants.
- Maintain employee records, databases, and organizational information and ensure compliance with institutional policies.
- Coordinate the performance evaluation process, communicate timelines and expectations, and support supervisors and employees throughout the annual evaluation cycle.
- Support recruitment, hiring, and onboarding processes for wage and student employees.
- Contribute to onboarding, professional development, and engagement programs that foster a positive workplace culture.
- Assist with the planning and delivery of learning and development initiatives and collaborate with campus partners to support organizational learning.
- Serve as a resource for Libraries employees and supervisors.
Benefits
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
