Graduate Assistant - Athletics- Academics Assistance

Overview

Sam Houston State University (SHSU) is seeking to hire a graduate assistant to assist with oversight of the NCAA Athletic Academic program in Huntsville, TX. This position will support all aspects of SHSU’s NCAA Division I Academic program across multiple sport programs.

• Assist academic advisors in monitoring the academic progress of student‑athletes across multiple sport programs.
• Help track NCAA and conference eligibility requirements, including credit hour progress, GPA standards, and degree progression.
• Support the preparation and review of eligibility documentation and compliance‑related academic records.
• Communicate with faculty, registrar staff, and athletics compliance personnel as needed.

• Oversee and assist in arranging individual and small group tutoring for student‑athletes in a variety of subject areas.
• Serve as a mentor and positive role model, fostering a culture of academic excellence and accountability.
• Help identify student‑athletes who may need additional academic support and connect them with appropriate resources.

• Supervise mandatory study hall sessions, ensuring a productive and structured academic environment.
• Track and record student‑athlete attendance and study hall hours using the department’s academic management system.
• Enforce study hall policies and report attendance concerns to the appropriate academic advisor.

• Assist with data entry, report generation, and maintenance of academic records within the athletics department database.
• Participate in athletics department meetings, staff development opportunities, and university events as requested.
• Support special projects and initiatives as assigned.

• Enrollment in a graduate degree program at Sam Houston State University (current or confirmed for the upcoming semester).
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Position provides a stipend for tuition and fees to the university’s graduate program of choice. Housing not included. Hours per week: not to exceed 28.

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court.

Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security‑sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.