Graduate Assistant- Athletics- NCAA Athletic Compliance

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition stipend

Hands-on experience in NCAA compliance

Job summary

Sam Houston State University is seeking a Graduate Assistant for Athletics focusing on NCAA Athletic Compliance. This role includes responsibilities such as assisting with rules education and maintaining compliance software.

The position requires a candidate to be enrolled in a graduate program at SHSU and offers hands-on experience in NCAA Division I compliance. Ideal candidates are self-starters with integrity and professionalism towards student-athletes.

Qualifications

• Must be a self-starter willing to learn NCAA compliance.
• Experience working with NCAA Division I bylaws preferred.
• Professional engagement with student-athletes and university personnel is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the rules education program.
• Research NCAA Division I information regarding interpretations.
• Maintain compliance software and conduct reviews.

Skills

Self-starter

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Understanding of NCAA compliance

Education

Accepted into accredited graduate or undergraduate program

Job description

Graduate Assistant – Athletics – NCAA Athletic Compliance

Requisition: 202600161ST

Department: Athletics

Division: Office of the President

Hours per week: not to exceed 28

Hiring Rate: Position provides a stipend for tuition and fees to the university’s graduate program of choice, housing not included.

Preferred Student Classification: Post Grad

Responsibilities

• Assist with the rules education program.
• Research NCAA Division I information regarding interpretations.
• Maintain compliance software (student‑athlete forms, recruiting activities, CARA logs, Time Management Plan, complimentary tickets, etc. in ARMS/Teamworks).
• Conduct playing and practice season reviews.
• Perform roster review and management.
• Document seasons of competition and participation.
• Review social media.
• Monitor, report, and educate on Name, Image and Likeness.
• Abide by all written policies, procedures, and guidelines of SHSU, the Department of Athletics, the NCAA, and all applicable conferences or associations.
• Perform data entry, proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

The position is for one year with the option of two years. Preferred start date is July–August, 2026.

The candidate must be a self‑starter with a desire and willingness to learn NCAA compliance. The position will be designed to provide first‑hand experience working with NCAA Division I bylaws and processes in an environment conducive to immersion in day‑to‑day workings of a Division I school. Integrity, as well as a mature, respectful, professional engagement and demeanor with student‑athletes and university personnel, is a must.

The candidate must also be accepted and enrolled into an accredited graduate or undergraduate program at SHSU.

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.