Athletics Operation Assistant (Multiple Positions) (Part - Time)

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 positionNo

Is this a grant-funded positionNo

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated positionN/A

Beginning Review Date:07/31/2025

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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.

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