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Wage Employee Handbook

Prepared by James Madison University
Human Resources

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From the President

Dear Colleague:

Welcome to James Madison University! You are a vital member of one of the finest public, comprehensive educational institutions in America. We have accomplished this success by adhering to a value system based on a commitment to our students, parents, customers, business people, and many others. By joining the JMU community, you have made a commitment to excellence. As you support JMU, the university will also support you in your development as a contributing employee to the institution's mission and goals.

The Wage Employee Handbook is one of your most important tools. It provides you with the basic information you need to know - the policies, procedures, and practices that affect your employment. A great deal of information about James Madison University is contained in this handbook for wage employees. The information is of great value to long-time staff members at the university, as well as those who are just joining the university community. I encourage you to be thoroughly familiar with this handbook, and if you have questions, please contact Human Resources.

I hope you enjoy your employment here and realize your efforts contribute significantly to the overall success of the university. I look forward to a long association with you as a colleague at James Madison University.

Sincerely,

Linwood H. Rose
President 

From Human Resources

Welcome!

We are glad that you have chosen to join the James Madison University community. We believe you will find JMU to be a community focused both on organizational and individual growth and success. Our student-centered community values excellence, integrity, and mutual respect. Visit the University Policies website( http://www.jmu.edu/JMUpolicy/index.shtml) to research policies that have a broad impact on the university’s people and processes.”

For the 17th consecutive year, James Madison University ranked as the number one public regional university in the South by U.S. News & World Report’s 2011 edition of “Best Colleges” guidebook. JMU’s freshman retention rate of 92% and graduation rate of 81% are among the highest for schools in the complete U.S. News & World Report’s rankings. Recognition like this happens, in large part, because of the dedicated staff who are essential members of the JMU community.

Part of our role in Human Resources is to make certain you have the information and resources you need to succeed. That is one reason we have created this handbook, and we trust you will find the information helpful. We are always available to answer questions and help you along the way as you build your career.

JMU is a great place to work because of people like you.

Best Wishes,

The Human Resources Team

 Our mission: JMU’s Human Resources office is dedicated to customer service, positive change, and the pursuit of excellence that promotes employee success. 

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