What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graduate Student Employee- Campus Recreation- Esports Graduate Assistant (Fall 2026 Start) position at Inside Higher Ed?
Requisition
202600226ST
Title
Graduate Student Employee- Campus Recreation- Esports Graduate Assistant (Fall 2026 Start)
Employee Class
Graduate Assistant
College Work Study Position
No
Department
Campus Recreation
Division
Division of Student Affairs
Hours Per Week
28
Hiring Rate
Graduate Assistants will receive $10,000 for a 10-month appointment (divided and paid bi-weekly) and a scholarship of $6,000 ($3,000 each semester). Registration to the state and national NIRSA conferences will be paid. Summer employment is available. Health and optional insurance benefits may be available.
Preferred Student Classification
Graduate Student
Nature & Purpose Of Position
Job Summary:The Graduate Assistant for Esports is responsible for assisting with the organization and administration of a comprehensive Esports program.
Supervision
This position reports to the Associate Director of Programs. This position helps supervise the day-to-day operations of the assigned program area and provides day-to-day direction, guidance and supervision to the students assigned to support in the assigned program area.
Primary Duties:May include but are not limited to the following:Assist in guiding the Campus Recreation Department in a manner that is consistent with the goals of the department, Division of Student Affairs, and the mission of Sam Houston State University; recruit, train, supervise and evaluate student staff; supervise Esports events and the Esports Lab during the evening and on weekends; assist with marketing and promoting the Esports Program ; evaluate and recommend changes for Esports activities and staff as needed; create leagues and schedules for Esports events and participants; fassist with purchasing, inventory, and maintenance of equipment; collect and track relevant information for Esports competitive teams such as rosters, participation numbers, and results;other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Recreation, Sport Management, or related field. Candidates must have knowledge/experience in Esports or sports management, strong human relations skills, and acceptance into SHSU graduate school. CPR/First Aid Certification preferred. Must maintain a minimum of 6 credit hours per semester to hold eligibility.
Open Date
06/26/2026
Contact Name & Title
Tresha Noel - Administrative Assistant
Contact Phone
936-294-1972
Contact Email
txn024@shsu.edu
EEO Statement
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
202600226ST
Title
Graduate Student Employee- Campus Recreation- Esports Graduate Assistant (Fall 2026 Start)
Employee Class
Graduate Assistant
College Work Study Position
No
Department
Campus Recreation
Division
Division of Student Affairs
Hours Per Week
28
Hiring Rate
Graduate Assistants will receive $10,000 for a 10-month appointment (divided and paid bi-weekly) and a scholarship of $6,000 ($3,000 each semester). Registration to the state and national NIRSA conferences will be paid. Summer employment is available. Health and optional insurance benefits may be available.
Preferred Student Classification
Graduate Student
Nature & Purpose Of Position
Job Summary:The Graduate Assistant for Esports is responsible for assisting with the organization and administration of a comprehensive Esports program.
Supervision
This position reports to the Associate Director of Programs. This position helps supervise the day-to-day operations of the assigned program area and provides day-to-day direction, guidance and supervision to the students assigned to support in the assigned program area.
Primary Duties:May include but are not limited to the following:Assist in guiding the Campus Recreation Department in a manner that is consistent with the goals of the department, Division of Student Affairs, and the mission of Sam Houston State University; recruit, train, supervise and evaluate student staff; supervise Esports events and the Esports Lab during the evening and on weekends; assist with marketing and promoting the Esports Program ; evaluate and recommend changes for Esports activities and staff as needed; create leagues and schedules for Esports events and participants; fassist with purchasing, inventory, and maintenance of equipment; collect and track relevant information for Esports competitive teams such as rosters, participation numbers, and results;other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in Physical Education, Recreation, Sport Management, or related field. Candidates must have knowledge/experience in Esports or sports management, strong human relations skills, and acceptance into SHSU graduate school. CPR/First Aid Certification preferred. Must maintain a minimum of 6 credit hours per semester to hold eligibility.
Open Date
06/26/2026
Contact Name & Title
Tresha Noel - Administrative Assistant
Contact Phone
936-294-1972
Contact Email
txn024@shsu.edu
EEO Statement
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.