Is James Madison University a good company to work for?

James Madison University has an overall rating of 4.3 out of 5, based on over 839 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months. 93% of employees would recommend working at James Madison University to a friend and 77% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about James Madison University have been left by employees working as Research Assistant , Teaching Assistant and Graduate Assistant .

Does James Madison University pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, James Madison University employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.5 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at James Madison University. This rating has improved by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at James Madison University?

93% of James Madison University employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated James Madison University 4.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.3 for culture and values and 3.8 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at James Madison University?

Student Assistant (22) , Assistant Professor (20) , Graduate Assistant (20) , Research Assistant (15) , Teaching Assistant (13) , Assistant Director (11) , Associate Professor (10) , Intern (10) , Administrative Assistant (9) , Resident Advisor (RA) (9) , Professor (8) , Student Worker (8) , Graduate Student (7) , Graphic Designer (6) , Manager (6)

What are the pros of working at James Madison University according to real employee reviews?

"Great people to work with and be around" ((in 63 reviews)); "Great for introductory teaching experience and flexible hours" ((in 41 reviews)); "Great benefits including health insurance and time off" ((in 30 reviews)); "Staff are friendly and supportive" ((in 24 reviews)); "Campus is beautiful." ((in 16 reviews))

What are the cons of working at James Madison University according to real employee reviews?

"pay is low and there is no guarantee of teachers" ((in 85 reviews)); "Low salaries for anyone not working in administration or tenured faculty." ((in 22 reviews)); "Management has been lacking after current shift, though steps are being made to improve" ((in 8 reviews)); "Starting pay is usually minimum wage which can be difficult when trying to save up for books." ((in 7 reviews)); "No diversity at all" ((in 4 reviews))

What are the top reviewed James Madison University locations?

Harrisonburg , Richmond , Arlington , Chantilly , Fairfax , Washington , Los Angeles , Sussex , Birmingham , Salt Lake City , New Market , Elkton , Lynchburg , Glen Allen , Fishersville , Norfolk , Virginia Beach , Alexandria , Sterling , Warrenton , East Quogue , Island Park , Long Island City , New York , Westminster , Atlanta , Deerfield Beach , Harrisburg , Kecksburg

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James Madison University reviews

4.3

93% would recommend to a friend

(751 total reviews)

Jonathan R. Alger

95% approve of CEO

77% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.3

Culture & values

4.3

Work/Life balance

4.1

Diversity & inclusion

4.1

Senior management

3.8

Career opportunities

3.5

Compensation and benefits

James Madison University has an employee rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars, based on 751 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The James Madison University employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

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751 reviews

4.0

Oct 28, 2015

I obviously love it here despite low pay or I wouldn't be here this long.

Anonymous employee

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Pros

Friendly, student-centered culture with a lot of school spirit. Great campus food.

Cons

Constrained by bureaucracy, state budgets and regulations on some things. Parking on campus can be challenging, as it is in most institutions of higher education.

4.0

Oct 15, 2015

Great employer overall

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great work/life balance, great benefits

Cons

Should offer more in terms of education reimbursement. Salaries are terrible

4.0

Apr 19, 2015

A good place to start or finish.

Anonymous employee

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Pros

The people, working conditions, benefits, job security, and other perks are pretty good. A lot of people working here went here, or have been here for twenty years, so there's a certain esprit d'Duke, if you will. Genuine interest in the consumer (the students) is the norm, which is good to be around.

Cons

Working for the state, politics and the budget have more influence on your pay than your performance, and starting salaries are low. Because job security is high and working terms comfortable, a lot of people have "settled in," so if the person above you (or the person above the person above you) doesn't aspire to move up or out moving up in the organization can be tough.

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