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Get Access To All JobsState Role Title: Library Specialist II
Position Type: Full-time Staff (Classified)
Position Status: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime
College/Division: JMU Libraries
Department: 100113 – Libraries
Pay Band: 4
Pay Rate: Pay Range
Specify Range or Amount: $45,739 - $47,000
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: 10/2/2026
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:
James Madison University Libraries seeks a qualified Student Coordinator to join the Library & Information Services (LIS) team within the Access & User Services (AUS) department. The position will share responsibility for co-supervising student workers with the Student Coordinator and Scheduler. This position will have a primary focus on student employee training.
The successful candidate will report to the Director of Access & User services and join a collaborative team dedicated to offering high-quality services to JMU and the local community. In addition to the primary duties, the position will staff service points in both Rose Library and Carrier Library, working closely with other full-time and part-time members of LIS, A&D, and Music. The position will also provide back-up for core responsibilities, such as opening the Libraries.
As a member of the highly collaborative AUS team, the coordinator will contribute to a welcoming, responsive, and student-centered service environment while supporting the day-to-day operations of the service points.
This is a full-time, 40 hours per week position with benefits.
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.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Co-coordinate student employment for Carrier and Rose Library Service point operations, including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, supervision, and offboarding, for approximately 50-60 student employees
- Lead development and maintenance of student employee training, including developing and maintaining policies and procedures documentation
- Utilize best practices in instructional design and appropriate educational technologies to develop a well-designed and impactful training program
- Assess training efforts and collaborate with the other AUS Coordinators to determine areas of improvement for service point staff
- Cross-train and be able to backup core functions of the other Student Coordinator
- Provide direct user support through participation in Ask the Library service points
- Support the AUS-LIS team through engaged participation in cross-training and backup of critical duties
- Pursue professional development, creative activities, scholarship, and/or service activities
Qualifications
The Successful Candidate will have:
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to thoughtfully and effectively plan, execute, and follow-through on both timely and long-range tasks and projects
- Ability to provide outstanding customer service to different groups in a professional and positive manner
- Excellence in interpersonal skills and written and oral communication
- The ability to manage priorities and exercise judgement successfully in a responsive, fast-paced environment
- Basic leadership skills
- Ability to work both independently and as a member of the team
- Demonstrated commitment to building environments that are accessible and welcoming
- Experience providing instruction or training to large groups
Additional Considerations:
- Familiarity of library services
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with both Windows and Mac operating systems
- Demonstrated ability to assess learning outcomes
- Supervisory experience
Additional Posting Information:
In addition to the Student Coordinator and Trainer position, the Libraries is also recruiting for a Student Coordinator and Scheduler. To learn more about the Student Coordinator and Scheduler position, please review Posting #20002294. Please note that applicants will only be considered for the position to which they apply. If you are interested in both positions, you must submit a separate application for each position.
Conditions of Employment:
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
EEO Statement:
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.
We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.
Reasonable Accommodation:
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.
State Role Title: Library Specialist II
Position Type: Full-time Staff (Classified)
Position Status: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime
College/Division: JMU Libraries
Department: 100113 – Libraries
Pay Band: 4
Pay Rate: Pay Range
Specify Range or Amount: $45,739 - $47,000
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: 10/2/2026
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:
James Madison University Libraries seeks a qualified Student Coordinator to join the Library & Information Services (LIS) team within the Access & User Services (AUS) department. The position will share responsibility for co-supervising student workers with the Student Coordinator and Scheduler. This position will have a primary focus on student employee training.
The successful candidate will report to the Director of Access & User services and join a collaborative team dedicated to offering high-quality services to JMU and the local community. In addition to the primary duties, the position will staff service points in both Rose Library and Carrier Library, working closely with other full-time and part-time members of LIS, A&D, and Music. The position will also provide back-up for core responsibilities, such as opening the Libraries.
As a member of the highly collaborative AUS team, the coordinator will contribute to a welcoming, responsive, and student-centered service environment while supporting the day-to-day operations of the service points.
This is a full-time, 40 hours per week position with benefits.
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.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Co-coordinate student employment for Carrier and Rose Library Service point operations, including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, supervision, and offboarding, for approximately 50-60 student employees
- Lead development and maintenance of student employee training, including developing and maintaining policies and procedures documentation
- Utilize best practices in instructional design and appropriate educational technologies to develop a well-designed and impactful training program
- Assess training efforts and collaborate with the other AUS Coordinators to determine areas of improvement for service point staff
- Cross-train and be able to backup core functions of the other Student Coordinator
- Provide direct user support through participation in Ask the Library service points
- Support the AUS-LIS team through engaged participation in cross-training and backup of critical duties
- Pursue professional development, creative activities, scholarship, and/or service activities
Qualifications
The Successful Candidate will have:
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to thoughtfully and effectively plan, execute, and follow-through on both timely and long-range tasks and projects
- Ability to provide outstanding customer service to different groups in a professional and positive manner
- Excellence in interpersonal skills and written and oral communication
- The ability to manage priorities and exercise judgement successfully in a responsive, fast-paced environment
- Basic leadership skills
- Ability to work both independently and as a member of the team
- Demonstrated commitment to building environments that are accessible and welcoming
- Experience providing instruction or training to large groups
Additional Considerations:
- Familiarity of library services
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with both Windows and Mac operating systems
- Demonstrated ability to assess learning outcomes
- Supervisory experience
Additional Posting Information:
In addition to the Student Coordinator and Trainer position, the Libraries is also recruiting for a Student Coordinator and Scheduler. To learn more about the Student Coordinator and Scheduler position, please review Posting #20002294. Please note that applicants will only be considered for the position to which they apply. If you are interested in both positions, you must submit a separate application for each position.
Conditions of Employment:
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
EEO Statement:
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.
We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.
Reasonable Accommodation:
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.
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Certifications like fitness instruction, first aid, or occupational safety training need to match U.S. equivalency standards. Pull up the O*NET profile for Training and Development Specialists to align your credentials with what H-2B visa employers actually screen for.
Target employers with recurring seasonal programs
Resorts, summer camps, and ski facilities that run the same training programs each season are far more likely to have established H-2B filing workflows. A returning employer already knows the DOL certification process, which shortens your path to an offer.
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Use Migrate Mate to filter Trainer roles by employers with active H-2B filing history. That filtering removes guesswork about which companies actually sponsor, so you can focus outreach on employers who've already cleared DOL certification before.
Confirm the job start date drives the filing window
Your employer must file the H-2B petition no more than 75 days before your employment start date. If the training role begins in June, the earliest USCIS accepts the petition is mid-March, so align your offer timeline accordingly.
Verify which cap half covers your start date
The 66,000 annual H-2B cap splits into two halves of 33,000 each. If your Trainer role starts October 1 or later, your petition falls under the second half, and those slots historically fill faster, so your employer needs to file as soon as the window opens.
Check whether supplemental cap allocations apply to your petition
Congress and DHS have periodically released supplemental H-2B visa numbers beyond the 66,000 cap. If the base cap is already exhausted when your employer files, supplemental allocations through USCIS may still allow your petition to proceed without waiting for the next fiscal year.
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How do I find Trainer jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to search Trainer roles where employers have verified H-2B filing history. Standard job boards don't filter by visa sponsorship type, so you can spend weeks applying to employers who won't sponsor. Migrate Mate surfaces only employers who have actively filed H-2B petitions, cutting your search time significantly.
How does the H-2B annual cap affect Trainer job applications?
The H-2B program issues 66,000 visas per fiscal year, split into two halves of 33,000 each based on employment start dates. Demand regularly exceeds supply in peak seasons, and USCIS uses a lottery when filings surpass the cap. Employers filing for summer Trainer roles should submit as soon as the April 1 window opens to avoid cap exhaustion.
What qualifications do H-2B Trainer roles typically require?
Requirements vary by industry. Fitness and wellness Trainer roles often require nationally recognized certifications, while workforce or safety Trainer positions may ask for occupational training credentials or prior instruction experience. Employers must demonstrate to DOL that no qualified U.S. workers are available, so your credentials need to clearly match the certified job description on the labor certification.
Can I stay in the U.S. after my H-2B Trainer assignment ends?
H-2B status is strictly tied to your certified employment period. Once your role ends, you have a grace period of up to 10 days to depart or take steps to change status. Extensions are possible if your employer files before your current status expires and DOL re-certifies the continued need, but H-2B does not lead to permanent residence on its own.