Graduate Assistant - Academics | Sam Houston Athletics

Huntsville, Texas, 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. Responsibilities include assisting in all aspects of SHSU’s  NCAA  Division I Academic program, including: Academic Advising & Eligibility Support •         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. Tutoring & Mentoring •         Oversee and assist in arranging individual and small group tutoring to 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. Study Hall & Compliance Monitoring •         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. General Administrative Support •         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    Minimum Qualifications •         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.