Student Employee-CAM-Dan Rather Building Equipment Room - CWS

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 11,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-study eligible

Job summary

Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, TX is seeking two Student Employees for the CAM-Dan Rather Building Equipment Room to support video, audio and lighting equipment for Spring 27. Roles include checking out gear to students and faculty and ensuring safe storage.

You'll manage reservations, assist with projects, and help students select the right equipment. Must be enrolled in Mass Communications and eligible for College Work Study; weekends optional; open date 11/16/2026.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a Mass Communications program and eligible for CWS.
• Knowledge of video, audio and lighting equipment is required.
• Ability to manage equipment checkout and inventory.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and check out equipment to students and faculty.
• Inspect and safely store returned equipment.
• Consult with students about projects to tailor orders.
• Manage available inventory and reservations.
• Notify students when equipment is unavailable.

Skills

Video equipment knowledge

Audio equipment knowledge

Lighting equipment knowledge

Equipment checkout process

Inventory management

Education

Enrolled in Mass Communications program

Eligible for College Work Study (CWS)

Job description

Requisition

202600386ST

Title

Student Employee-CAM-Dan Rather Building Equipment Room - CWS

Employee Class

Student Employee

College Work Study Position

Yes

Department

Office of the Dean - College of Arts & Media

Division

Division of Academic Affairs

Hours per week

5 -15

Hiring Rate

$10/hr

Preferred Student Classification

Sophomore to Senior preferred, but all may apply.

Nature & Purpose of Position

The equipment room in the DRCB is looking to hire two hourly student staff for Spring 27. Hours vary and Weekends are optional. Students must be knowledgeable about video, audio and lighting equipment.

Production Assistants will prepare and check out equipment to students and faculty, inspect and safely store returned equipment, and occasionally consult with students about projects to tailor orders. Production Assistants will manage available inventory and reservations, and notify students when equipment is unavailable.

**International Students – please visit the following website for more information on employment requirements and eligibility: https://www.shsu.edu/dept/global-engagement/international-students-and-scholars/employment.html**

Other Requirements for the Position

Must be enrolled in a Mass Communications program and be eligible for CWS. To determine your eligibility, e-mail [e-mail] and ask for a Work-Study evaluation.

Open Date

11/16/2026

Position Number

9n9330

Contact Name & Title

Ruairi O'Brien

Contact Phone

9362942705

Contact Email

[e-mail]

Contact Building & Room #

DRCB Room 316

Contact Instructions Summary

Feel free to call me or send me an e-mail anytime. I am usually either in my office or in the equipment room (DRCB 308).

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 a “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.
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