Athletics Operation Assistant (Multiple Positions) (Part - Time)
Posted Date: Jul 24, 2025
QUALIFICATION
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Salary Expectation
$12.41-$16/hr -
Years of Experience
Not provided -
Work Type
Part-time
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Working Title: Athletics Operation Assistants (Multiple Positions) (Part - Time)
State Role Title: Wage
Position Type: Part-time - Wage / Part-time Salaried
Position Status: Part-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime
College/Division: Intercollegiate Athletics
Department: 300263 - Facilities and Events
Working Title: Athletics Operation Assistants (Multiple Positions) (Part - Time)
State Role Title: Wage
Position Type: Part-time - Wage / Part-time Salaried
Position Status: Part-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime
College/Division: Intercollegiate Athletics
Department: 300263 - Facilities and Events
Pay Rate: Pay Range
Specify Range or Amount: $12.41 - $16.00 per hour
Is this a JMU only position? No
Is this a grant-funded position? No
Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? N/A
Beginning Review Date: 07/31/2025
About JMU:
JMU is a publicly funded university with a beautiful campus and a supportive community that is committed to preparing students for the future. JMU offers several perks to all employees including:
• A Tuition Waiver Program that allows employees to have tuition waived for undergraduate and graduate level courses taken at JMU.
• Free Access to the University Recreation Center (UREC): Employees can enjoy facility access and program registration privileges at UREC and University Park. This includes the climbing wall, equipment centers, and group exercise studios.
• A variety of voluntary benefits such as Pet Insurance, Identity Theft and Legal Protection Plans, and several other supplemental benefits.
• Holiday Breaks: The university is granted 12 holidays a year.
• Talent Development Trainings: The Talent Development department offers a wide variety of personal and professional trainings, eligible for all employees to join.
Visit our Benefits site to learn more about the benefits that James Madison University offers to part-time employees!
General Information:
James Madison University, a Division 1 member of the NCAA and Sun Belt Conference, is accepting applications for Athletic Operations Assistants within the Athletics Facilities and Events department. Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Facilities and Events, this position will be responsible for assisting with the game operations of all varsity athletic events and other special events within the JMU Athletics venues.
This posting will be used to fill multiple openings for this position.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide event operational support for athletic and special events
Work evening and/or weekend hours as necessary
Duties may include: ticket scanning, event setup, crowd control, customer service, etc.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
- Ability to provide excellent customer service
- Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to move up to 25 pounds
- Willingness to work morning, evening, and/or weekend hours
Additional Considerations:
- Experience with event management
- Experience working in Athletics
Additional Posting Information:
Conditions of Employment:
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.
This is a part-time wage position working up to an average of 29 hours per week over the course of a calendar year with no benefits.
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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