Library Finance Specialist

Working Title: Library Finance Specialist

State Role Title: Financial Services Specialist I

Position Type: Full-time Staff (Classified)

Position Status: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Exempt: Not Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: JMU Libraries

Department: 100113 – Libraries

Pay Rate: Pay Range

Specify Range or Amount: $47,000 - $52,000

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: 2/26/2026

About JMU:

General Information:

The James Madison University Libraries seeks applicants for a full-time Library Finance Specialist to support the Dean’s Office. The position will coordinate and oversee fiscal activities for a complex set of Libraries Non-Personal Services (NPS) budgets, Foundation accounts, and any grants administered through Libraries. This position will also support the work of Libraries by ensuring fiscal practices are consistent, ensure compliance with all applicable state and university procurement and fiscal control policies and procedures, meet reporting requirements in service of Libraries and university needs and priorities, and support administrative decision-making through budget forecasting and analysis of trends.

The successful candidate will join an administrative team of dedicated professionals offering centralized support to the broader JMU Libraries organization. As a member of the highly collaborative Libraries Admin team, this position will participate in cross-training and back-up of 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.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

Additional Posting Information:

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.

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:

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