Working Title: Athletics Ticket Office Assistant (Part-Time)
State Role Title: Public Relations and Marketing Specialist I
Position Type: Part-time - Wage / Part-time Salaried
Position Status: Part-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime
College/Division: Intercollegiate Athletics
Department: 300056 - Ticket Office
Pay Band: 2
Pay Rate: Hourly
Specify Range or Amount: $15.45 per hour
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: 05/08/2026
About JMU:
At James Madison University (JMU), we’re more than just a publicly funded institution — we’re a vibrant, welcoming community located on a stunning campus where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive. Our mission is to prepare students for a bright future, and we believe that starts with supporting the people who make it all possible: our employees.
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.
At JMU, we believe in Being the Change — and that starts with creating an environment where you can grow, contribute meaningfully, and feel supported every step of the way.
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General Information:
The Athletics Ticket Office is looking for enthusiastic, self-sufficient, and committed Ticket Office Assistants with excellent customer service skills to serve in part-time, 1500 hour roles. Candidates will assist with ticketing men’s basketball, women’s basketball, football, NCAA competitions, and other ticketed events in athletic facilities. The position will respond to inquiries, provide information to fans, and process ticketing and fundraising transactions. While this position is part-time, the role will function as a full time staff member by being in the office multiple days a week and assisting on game/event days.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Respond to incoming calls, emails, and messages from customers by providing accurate and timely information, including but not limited to, various athletics programs, game schedules, ticket availability, and game updates.
- Resolve problems by handling complaints and issues from customers. Addressing ticketing problems, refunds, and other concerns, using problem-solving skills to find a resolution that meets the needs of the customer and the ticket office.
- Plans, organizes, and executes ticketing operations for assigned sport(s).
- Assist customers with online ticket purchases, provide information about stadium policies and procedures, and answer questions about parking as well as other amenities.
- Keep accurate records of customer contact information and ticket purchases. Future use of our university CRM system includes documenting customer interactions and contacts.
- Supervise and assist with training student staff workers.
- Represent the athletics ticket office at ticketed events, providing on-site customer service to fans as needed. Provide a point of contact at various other university events that are held in athletic facilities.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Required qualifications include:
- Demonstrated ability to provide a high level of customer service, diffusing customer complaints, and resolving problems effectively
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Basic proficiency in utilizing Microsoft Suite
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment
- Ability to uphold strict punctuality and maintain a high level of organization
Additional Considerations include:
- Experience handling sensitive information while maintaining a high level of confidentiality and exercising discretion
- Effective phone skills: able to practice clear communication, active listening, and patience
- Previous experience in a college athletics or professional sports organization
- Familiarity with ticketing systems (Paciolan, Ticketmaster, vivenu)
Strong understanding and interest in college athletics
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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:
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or [email protected]. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.
