Student Employee-Campus Recreation-Operations Staff (CWS Eligible)

Sam Houston State University; Huntsville (TX); On-site; USD 9,100 - 13,000; Full time

Job summary

Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, TX seeks a Student Employee for Campus Recreation Operations. The role supports daily CRC operations, enforces safety policies, and assists with first aid, upkeep, and customer service.

Shifts up to 25 hours weekly, with early mornings as early as 5:45am and late nights until 10pm. As a primary patron contact, you’ll handle up to 300 visits per shift, ensure safety through policy knowledge, and help with setup, teardown, cleaning, and reports.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in 6 or more credit hours at SHSU.
• Successfully pass the State of Texas criminal background check.
• Must obtain a valid CPR/AED and First Aid certification within the first 30 days of employment.
• Completion of SHSU student employee compliance training and any additional trainings required by the department and university.
• Must work early mornings or late nights.

Responsibilities

• Main point of contact and responsible for assisting up to 300 patron visits per shift.
• Ensure facility user safety by having a strong knowledge of the building’s policies and procedures and being up to date on CRC evacuation and risk management strategies.
• Provide exceptional customer service to patrons by having strong communication and interacting with everyone in a respectful, cooperative manner.
• Maintain a professional appearance and attitude throughout shifts.
• Serve as a campus resource by providing accurate and current information regarding recreation and university-related programs and facilities.
• Assist Facility Supervisors with facility operations that include equipment set up and tear down, cleaning, evacuation, and hourly usage reports.
• Report to authority figures such as lead staff, supervisors, managers, and professional staff.
• Assist with other duties as assigned (may result in helping other departments within Campus Rec).

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Punctuality

Tools

CPR/AED certification

First Aid certification

Job description

REQUISITION:

202600381ST

Title:

Student Employee-Campus Recreation-Operations Staff (CWS Eligible)

Employee Class:

Student Employee

College Work Study Position:

No

Department:

Campus Recreation

Division:

Division of Student Affairs

Hours per week:

Up to 25 hours per week

Hiring Rate:

Pay starts at $8.00 with opportunities for promotions

Nature & Purpose of Position:

Required to work early mornings starting at as early as 5:45am
Required to work late nights staying as late as 10pm
PAY RATE: $8.00 per hourSUPERVISOR: Assistant Director of Operations and Graduate Assistant of OperationsJOB FUNCTION: Assist with the day-to-day operations of the 150,000 sq. ft. Campus Rec Center (CRC) which includes enforcing policies and procedures, helping with first aid and emergencies, and daily facility upkeep/cleaning.HOURS: Up to 25 hours per week. Flexible work schedules (morning, afternoon, evening, night, and weekend shifts)DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Main point of contact and responsible for assisting up to 300 patron visits per shift.
2. Ensure facility user safety by having a strong knowledge of the building’s policies and procedures and being up to date on CRC evacuation and risk management strategies.
3. Provide exceptional customer service to patrons by having strong communication and interacting with everyone in a respectful, cooperative manner.
4. Maintain a professional appearance and attitude throughout shifts.
5. Serve as a campus resource by providing accurate and current information regarding recreation and university-related programs and facilities.
6. Assist Facility Supervisors with facility operations that include equipment set up and tear down, cleaning, evacuation, and hourly usage reports.
7. Report to authority figures such as lead staff, supervisors, managers, and professional staff.
8. Assist with other duties as assigned (may result in helping other departments within Campus Rec).

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Currently enrolled in 6 or more credit hours at Sam Houston State University
• Successfully pass the State of Texas criminal background check
• Must obtain a valid CPR/AED and First Aid certification within the first 30 days of employment
• Completion of SHSU student employee compliance training and any additional trainings required by the department and university
• Must work early mornings or late nights

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Able to work on weekends, early mornings, and late nights throughout the week
• Possess a passion for working with people and around fitness and wellness
• Be able to work in an active, crowded, and fast-paced environment
• Must have an increased focus on being punctual, reliable, and dependable
• Excellent communication skills and the able to work with a wide variety of personalities
• Open to constructive feedback while also keeping a positive and upbeat attitude
• Ability to handle conflict as well as confront patrons in a calm and professional manner

Open Date:

07/17/2025

Position Number:

9N9874-00

Contact Name & Title:

Tresha Noel

Contact Phone:

936-294-1972

Contact Email:

[e-mail]

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.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report