Graduate Assistant - Sport & Recreation Leadership (Tony Britt Spotter Charts, LLC) - Two postions

Working Title: Graduate Assistant - Sport & Recreation Leadership (Tony Britt Spotter Charts, LLC) - Two postions

State Role Title: Graduate Assistant

Position Type: Graduate Assistant

Position Status: Part-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

 

College/Division: College of Business

Department: 100624 - Hospitality, Sport and Rec Management

 

Pay Rate: Stipend

Specify Range or Amount: 10,110 (25/26 rate)

 

Is this a JMU only position? N/A

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? N/A

 

Beginning Review Date: 1/21/2026

 

About JMU:

Located in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA. With a population of just over 53,000, Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in the Commonwealth of Virginia. JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students, faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 20,000 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty.

 

General Information:

The Sport and Recreation Leadership master’s degree program invites applications for a 20 hour/week graduate assistantship working with Tony Britt Spotter Charts, LLC for academic year 2026-2027.

Since 2020, Tony Britt Spotter Charts LLC has partnered with the James Madison University Sport and Recreation Leadership Master’s degree program to offer this graduate assistant position. This is a unique experience where students gain professional experience in sports information, technology and logistics while attending classes. This business, located in Harrisonburg,VA, helps nearly 400 of America’s top sportscasters at 23 NFL teams, 68 CFB teams, CBS, ESPN, FOX, NBC & NFL Network as well as most TV, radio & streaming networks. Learn more at www.spottercharts.com.

Graduate assistantships include enrollment in the Sport and Recreation graduate program (Sport & Recreation concentration, preferred) and involve 20 hours of work per week at Tony Britt Spotter Charts, LLC during the academic school year. Graduate assistants will begin work prior to the start of the school year (August 10, 2026); the position continues through the end of the academic year the following May (May 13, 2026). The position includes a stipend and a tuition waiver

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Chart Delivery
• Email finished charts to print shops ensuring accurate information
• Follow up with the print shops via phone to confirm pick up times for the client
• Communicate with clients regarding their chart
• Update client profiles as needed

Data Entry and Verification
• Update player bios as needed
• Update depth charts of every relevant team on a weekly basis
• Assist with final proofing of other data specialists work

Chart Production and File Management
• Enter chart specifications for each client
• Format auto-generated charts on company website to match client preferences
• Assist with final proofing of other data specialists work
• Export finished chart using Adobe Pro (provided) and save as a PDF

 

Qualifications:

● Must be accepted into the Sport and Recreation Leadership graduate program (Sport & Recreation concentration, preferred) at James Madison University
● Bachelor’s degree required
● Passion for sports, attention to detail and spreadsheet skills useful

 

Additional Posting Information:

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants for this position MUST apply to the JMU Sport and Recreation Leadership master’s degree program BEFORE applying for this GA position. If you only apply to for this GA position without applying to the Sport and Recreation Leadership master’s degree program, your GA application will NOT be considered. If you have any questions about this requirement or need more information about this position, contact Ben Carr at carrbh@jmu.edu or Julie Wallace Carr at wallacje@jmu.edu.

 

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